SPINDLE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(See Figure 9G-1)
1. Disconnect tie rod and head end of the steering
cylinder from the right hand steering assembly and
tie rod from the left steering assembly.
2. Remove hydraulic lines from motor. Cap and plug
all fittings.
3. Remove hydraulic motors.
4. Remove the groove pin from the top of the spindle
shaft and remove the spindle assemblies.
5. Inspect steering assembly components for signs
of wear and replace as necessary.
6. Replace lower thrust bearing and thrust washers
and spindle bushings as needed.
7. Install thrust bearings and thrust washers on spindle
assembly.
8. Install spindle assembly into axle and lock in place
by installing flat washer and new groove pin.
9. Reconnect tie rods and steering cylinder.
10. Mount motors and connect hydraulic lines.
11. Perform toe-in and steering stop adjustments as
described in Section 6D.
CHASSIS
SECTION 9G. REAR AXLE
9G-2
Figure 9G-2. Spindle Removal and Installation
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