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M100 Tow Tractor Manual No. 46052
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CHAPTER 2 MAINTENANCE
3 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
AUGUST 31, 2008
12 . Test drive to allow components to seat themselves. the spring U-bolts to
280 ft-lbs.
13 . Install the torque rods in their neutral position. This is accomplished by
loosening the slotted torque mount plates and then retightening them
after the torque rod is installed.
14 . Retorque all hardware.
3.2 DRIVE SHAFT
The drive shaft transmits torque from the transmission to the rear axle assembly.
Universal joints at each end of the drive shaft compensate for any angular
misalignment between the transmission and the rear axle.
Repair of the drive shaft assembly is limited to replacing universal joints, the slip
joint components, or the complete drive shaft.
3.2.1 Removal
1. Remove four capscrews securing front yoke to transmission.
2. Remove nuts and lock washers from “U” bolts securing rear spider to yoke
3. Remove “U” bolts and carefully strike the yoke to push the drive shaft slip
joint together. Remove drive shaft assembly from tractor. Be careful not to
3.2.2 Installation
1. Install drive shaft assembly on transmission and secure with capscrews
and lock washers. Tighten U-bolt style nuts to 20-24 ft-lbs or strap design
bolts to 30-35 ft-lbs.
2.
bolts. Remove tape securing bearings to yoke and tighten “U” bolt nuts to
70 ft./lbs.
3. Grease universal joints with a high-quality grease.
3.3 REAR SUSPENSION
3.3.1 Removal
2. Place axle jack under axle. Raise slightly.
3. Remove nut and washers from axle plate.
4. Lower axle.
5. Remove front spring bolts.
6. Remove top shackle bolts.
7. Tip front of spring forward, down, and out.
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