Group 32, Tilt Cylinders
32-3-2 • Tilt Cylinder Removal and Replacement SM 765, Nov ’06
CAUTION
!
SAFE PARKING. Before working on truck:
1. Park truck on a hard, level,-and solid
surface, such as a concrete floor with no
gaps or breaks.
2. Put upright in vertical position and fully
lower the forks or attachment.
3. Put all controls in neutral. Turn key
switch OFF and remove key.
4. Apply the parking brake and block the
wheels.
Tilt Cylinder Removal
1. Move tilt lever back and forth several times to relieve
any pressure.
2. Use an adequate chain and hoist to support the
upright so that it cannot fall when tilt cylinder pins
are removed.
WARNING
!
The upright assembly is heavy. Use only
hoists with enough capacity to lift the entire
assembly. Keep hands and feet away from the
assembly. Use prybars to move the assembly
into position for tilt cylinder replacement.
3. Remove the floorboard.
4. Put a drain pan under the truck at each tilt cylinder
position before removing the hydraulic lines. Discon-
nect and cap hydraulic lines from the tilt cylinders
(see illustration on facing page). Remove the hose
connections on both sides of the tee fittings of theri-
ghtside cylinder. Keep all fittings and ports clean.
Tilt Cylinder Mounting Components
5. Support cylinder with a sling to prevent the cylinder from dropping when pins are removed.
Base Pin
Mounting Bolt
Rod-End Yoke
Bearing
Base Pin
Grease Fitting
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