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Axles Section 5 – Procedures
7. Release the pressure from the cylinder and
check that the rod returns and stops in a
position where it projects out from the cylinder
head by 5 mm (3/16").
8. If adjustment is needed loosen the jam nut,
pressurize the cylinder and turn the adjustment
stem. Repeat step 7 and tighten jam nut when
correct adjustment is obtained.
9.
5.8-11 Brake Inspection
1. Remove the oil level plug from one of the
braking axle arms, as shown below.
2. Insert a 4.5 mm feeler gauge into the drain port.
3. Use the gauge to check the gap between the
disks (A). The minimum distance allowed is
4.5 mm. Reinstall the oil level plug.
A
4. Repeat the inspection on the other axle arm. If
the gap is smaller than 4.5 mm between the
disks of either arm (i.e. the gauge doesn’t fit),
the brake disks must be replaced on both arms.
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