YOKE-ADJUSTING 8L8457 - Caterpillar

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Install lower hitch pin (21).
Connect steering cylinder (16) to the rear frame. Repeat this Step for the other side of the machine.
Connect the steering frame lock. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Steering Frame Lock - Separate and Connect".
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Install spacer (22).
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Install plate (18) and bolts (19).
Use a feeler gauge to measure the gap between the frame and plate (18). Record this measurement as Dimension (X).
Determine the thickness of the shims that are required by subtracting 0.25 mm (0.001 inch) from Dimension (X).
Apply Tooling (M) to bolts (19).
Install the shims, plate (18), bolts (20), and bolts (19). Tighten bolts (20) in a crisscross pattern.
Tighten bolts (19) to a torque of 570 80 N m (420 59 lb ft).
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Lower the temperature of upper hitch pin assembly (17) and install upper hitch pin assembly (17) and bolt (6).
Connect harness assemblies (7) and hose assemblies (5).
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Remove Tooling (B) from the rear frame.
Remove Tooling (C) from the front frame. Refer to Tool Operating Manual, NEHS1303 , "Lift Group (Stand - 25 Ton)" for more information on Tooling (C).
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Disconnect Tooling (D) from grapple boom (15) and remove the suitable lift truck from the machine.
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Connect hose assemblies (14) to the fuel tank.
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Install guard assembly (13), cover (12), and plates (11).
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Connect hose assembly (9) and clip (8).
Install guard assembly (10).
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Connect hose assembly (4) and install panel (3).
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Connect hose assembly (2).
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Install guard assemblies (1).
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Remove Tooling (A) from the hydraulic tank.End By:
Install the center drive shaft.