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If Tools and Supplies are Specifi ed in This Manual Contact Meritor’s Commercial Vehicle Aftermarket at 888-725-9355. For assistance with parts, you may also contact the Meritor Parts Center in Florence, KY at 859-525-3500 or CustCareCntr.Florence@Meritor.com. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21...
CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation or unsafe practice which, if not avoided, could result in injury or damage to components. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 5...
Introduction Description RPL Series Permalube™ (Non-Greaseable) The Meritor RPL Series Permalube non-greaseable driveline is permanently lubricated and sealed at the factory and does not require lubricant. RPL10 and RPL14 series drivelines are similar to the 155R series driveline except they do not require lubrication.
• If the output and input end yokes or fl anges are loose: Disconnect the driveline. Tighten the retaining nut to the correct specifi cation. Refer to the axle or transmission manufacturer’s service instructions. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 11...
Verify that the rubber cushion is correctly seated in the metal bracket. 4001797a • If any of these conditions are evident: Replace the center bearing assembly. Fig. 4.7 Yoke-Style Driveline (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 13...
Inspect for excessive wear on the rubber lip of the seal. If there is excessive movement and vibration of the slip yoke assembly, refer to Section 14 for the troubleshooting procedures. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 14 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021...
0.017-inch (0.432 mm). • If the radial movement exceeds 0.017-inch (0.432 mm): Replace the slip yoke and the tube shaft. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 15...
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• Wing-Style Permalube drivelines: Install new capscrews with Dri-Loc patches and secure the capscrews with lock washers. Meritor recommends that you inspect RPL Series Permalube bearing cup capscrews and wing-style capscrews and lock washers at initial inspection, or no more than 2,000 miles (3200 km).
If necessary, use a brass drift and lightly tap the center of the driveline to separate from the vehicle. Serious personal injury bushing to assist in snap ring removal. Figure 5.2. and damage to components can result. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 18 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021...
4001824a Use the grease packet supplied with the slip yoke to apply the Fig. 5.12 entire amount of grease into the slip yoke. Figure 5.10. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 20 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Printed in USA...
Position the fi rst bushing onto the trunnion by threading the cross trunnion through the yoke bore. Figure 5.18. 4001831b Fig. 5.15 Snap the shroud over the seal. Figure 5.16. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 21...
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Use snap ring pliers to install the snap ring into the snap ring groove. Figure 5.20. Fully seat the snap ring. Fig. 5.22 MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 22 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Printed in USA...
Use a torque wrench to alternately tighten the capscrews to procedures. NEVER hit steel parts with a steel hammer. Pieces Meritor’s driveline torque specifi cation. Figure 5.24. of a part can break off. Serious personal injury and damage to components can result.
NOTE: Support the driveline when you remove it from the end yoke. If necessary, use an appropriate tool to tap the wing bushing from the end yoke. Figure 5.27. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 24 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021...
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Figure 5.30. Refer to the Service Notes page on the front inside cover of this manual for information to obtain these tools. 4001814c Fig. 5.32 Remove the universal joint from the yoke. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 25...
Pull the slip yoke and slip shaft sections apart. Figure 5.38. Turn over the universal joint. Repeat the procedure for the opposite side of the universal joint. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 26 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021...
Install the new seal onto the spline shaft neck. Ensure that the entire amount of grease into the slip yoke. Figure 5.41. small diameter side fi ts onto the splines fi rst. Figure 5.44. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 27...
You must install the 4001831a interference bosses away from the yoke. Figure 5.49. Fig. 5.46 Snap the shroud over the seal. Figure 5.47. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 28 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Printed in USA...
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As a result, it was possible to insert the wing bushing into the yoke and install the pieces incorrectly. Figure 5.50. INCORRECT BUSHING INSTALLATION CORRECT BUSHING INSTALLATION 4003387c Fig. 5.50 (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 29...
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Fig. 5.51 Install the universal joint into the yoke so that the wing bearing weld straps face INBOARD and the arrows point toward the end or coupling yokes. Figure 5.52. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 30 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021...
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Figure 5.56 and Figure 5.57. 4001884b Fig. 5.53 Position the fi rst round bushing onto the trunnion by threading the cross trunnion through the yoke bore. Figure 5.54. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 31...
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Figure 5.60. Use snap ring pliers to install the snap ring into the snap ring groove. Figure 5.58. Fully seat the snap ring. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 32 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021...
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115-135 lb-ft (155-183 Nm). Figure 5.64. bushing point TOWARD the end yoke, and the universal joint weld strap faces the driveline and AWAY from the yoke. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 33...
Use a brass or synthetic mallet for assembly and disassembly procedures. NEVER hit steel parts with a steel hammer. Pieces of a part can break off. Serious personal injury and damage to components can result. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 34 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021...
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(SPX Kent-Moore tool number J-42368-2) radius of the bottom trunnion as shown. Refer to Section 16 underneath. Figure 5.68. for a tool drawing. Figure 5.71 and Figure 5.72. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 35...
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Install the press bridge tool on the ears of the drive fl ange and use a press to press DOWN. Figure 5.74. RECEIVER 4011754a Fig. 5.76 MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 36 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Printed in USA...
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Install the press bridge tool and press DOWN until the cross is pressed out. 10. Remove the bushing/bearing assembly and the half-round sleeves. Remove the cross from the drive fl ange. Figure 5.82. TRUNNION 4011755a Fig. 5.79 (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 37...
Once correctly seated, the snap ring will expand in the groove and the ends of the snap ring will spread further apart. 4011767a Fig. 5.95 MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 40 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Printed in USA...
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12. After assembly, strike the ears of the yoke with a brass mallet to relieve the stress and free up the cross joint. Move it by Fig. 5.102 hand to ensure it moves freely. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 41...
Use a screwdriver to pry the seal out of the groove in the slip BUSHING yoke. Figure 6.3. 4001893a Fig. 6.1 Remove the second bearing cup. Figure 6.2. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 43...
4001824a Fig. 6.8 Install the new seal onto the spline shaft neck. Ensure that the small diameter side fi ts onto the splines fi rst. Figure 6.9. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 44 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Printed in USA...
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NEVER hit steel parts with a steel hammer. Pieces of a part can break off. Serious personal injury and damage to Fig. 6.13 components can result. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 45...
fi tting until grease fl ows from the bearing cup seals on all four trunnions. Use Meritor grease specifi cation O-634-B, NLGI Repeat Step 2 to Step 5 to install the second bearing cup.
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NOTE: When you lubricate a slip yoke, the splined shaft can be either fully extended or fully collapsed. After installation, add Meritor specifi cation O-634-B, NLGI Grade 2 with EP additive to the slip yoke grease fi tting. Six to eight pumps or approximately one oz (28 grams) is suffi...
Figure 7.2. Refer to Table C. Loosen and remove the four capscrews from the slip yoke end of the driveline. Support the slip yoke end, and separate it from the vehicle. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 48 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021...
Tap the bearing cups lightly with a brass or copper hammer to Add Meritor specifi cation O-634-B, NLGI Grade 2 with EP additive seat the bearing cups into the end yoke. to the slip yoke grease fi tting. Six to eight pumps or approximately NOTE: Any time a universal joint is disconnected, new capscrews one oz (28 grams) is suffi...
Remove the seal and shroud. Figure 8.4 and Figure 8.5. Repeat Step 1 to Step 3 to remove the universal joint cross from the slip yoke. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 50 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021...
Snap the shroud over the seal. Install the new seal onto the spline shaft neck. Ensure that the small diameter side fi ts onto the splines fi rst. Figure 8.7. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 51...
Easy Service Installation Use a torque wrench to alternately tighten the capscrews to Meritor’s driveline torque specifi cation. Refer to Table D. Figure 8.10. Universal Joint Repeat Step 1 through Step 3 to attach the weld yoke end of WARNING the driveline to the vehicle.
Use a grease Grade 2 with EP additive, to the slip yoke grease fi tting. Six to eight that meets Meritor specifi cation O-634-B, NLGI Grade 2 with EP pumps or approximately one oz (28 grams) is suffi cient to lube the additive.
Place the universal joint in a suitable press bridge and bearing cup bushing receiver. Figure 9.3. Use snap ring pliers to remove the snap rings. Figure 9.1. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 54 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021...
Figure 9.9. Mark the slip yoke and slip shaft sections to ensure that you reassemble them into their original positions. Figure 9.6. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 55...
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Install the new seal onto the spline shaft neck. Ensure that the small diameter side fi ts onto the splines fi rst. Figure 9.11. 4001831b Fig. 9.13 Push together the driveline sections. Figure 9.14. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 56 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Printed in USA...
Figure 9.18. Observe all warnings and cautions provided by the press manufacturer to avoid damage to components and serious personal injury. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 57...
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Hand-tighten the capscrews through the bearing strap into the yoke. Use a torque wrench to alternately tighten the capscrews to Meritor’s driveline torque specifi cation. Figure 9.21. Fig. 9.19 Strike the yoke ear with a brass or copper hammer to ensure Fig.
Lubricate the universal joints at the grease fi tting until grease fl ows from the bearing cup seals on all four trunnions. Use a grease that meets Meritor specifi cation O-634-B, NLGI Grade 2 with EP additive. Figure 9.22. • If grease does not purge from all four trunnion seals: Follow the steps below.
Center Bearings on Meritor Drivelines 4003025c The center bearing removal and installation procedures in this section apply to Meritor RPL Permalube, Wing-Style Permalube, Fig. 10.1 Easy Service, Full-Round and 155R drivelines. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 60 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021...
Fig. 10.3 Flange-Style Driveline Remove the universal joint from the coupling yoke or fl ange. Discard the universal joint mounting bolts. 4011833a Fig. 10.5 Flange-Style Driveline (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 61...
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Follow the puller tool manufacturer’s instructions. Figure 10.10 and Figure 10.11. • If the yoke or fl ange is loose enough to remove by hand: Replace the entire coupling shaft. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 62 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021...
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Remove both defl ectors, if equipped. Install a new center bearing, defl ectors, if necessary, and coupling yoke. Fig. 10.12 Remove and discard the rubber cushion. Figure 10.13. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 63...
Use a punch and brass hammer to install the bearing. Install the center bearing bracket bolts. Tighten them to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifi cation. Figure 10.20 and Figure 10.21. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 64 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021...
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Center Bearing Removal and Installation 4001800a Fig. 10.20 Yoke-Style Driveline 4011835a Fig. 10.21 Flange-Style Driveline (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 65...
Table E. • Inspect RPL Series Permalube and Wing-Style Permalube non-greaseable drivelines at least every 25,000 miles (40 000 km). MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 66 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Printed in USA...
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(up positions until to 10 stops per an interval can miles). be determined. Grease the assembly as necessary. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 67...
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Lubrication Table F: Approved Lubricants Lubricant Recommendation Universal Joint Grease Must meet Meritor Specifi cation O-634-B (NLGI Grade 2, Lithium 12-Hydroxy Stearate with Molybdenum Disulfi de) Amalie All Purpose Grease with Moly-L1-2M Exxon 5160 Shell Super Duty Special FF Marathon Maralube Molycode 529...
Fasteners 3/8-24 45-60 (61-81) WASHER BOLT 1/2-20 115-135 (155-183) RPL10 and RPL14 Series Permalube, and 155R Series Drivelines 16T Series Driveline 17T, 17LT, 18T Series Drivelines (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 69...
Use the following procedure to check for looseness across the ends 4001802a of the universal joint bearing cup assemblies and trunnions. Fig. 13.4 Check for loose grease fi ttings. Tighten them to 6 lb-ft (8 Nm). MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 70 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Printed in USA...
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Rebalance or replace. Worn universal joint Replace the universal joint. Torsional or inertial excitation Reduce the universal joint continuous running angle by adding shims to driveline components. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 72 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Printed in USA...
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Excessive torque load for universal Replace with a higher capacity universal joint and driveline. assemblies joint and driveline size TYPICAL SHOCK FAILURE — CROSS DAMAGE 4001862a (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 73...
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Driveline too long for operating Install a two-piece driveline with a shaft support bearing. bending speeds Bending fatigue due to secondary Reduce the universal joint continuous running angle. couple loads MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 74 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Printed in USA...
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New center parts will not fl ex Yoke ears are distorted, causing the Replace the yoke. when you install them into the center parts to bind yoke (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 75...
• One-piece driveline, single rear axle • One-piece driveline, tandem rear axle • Two-piece driveline, single rear axle • Two-piece driveline, tandem rear axle MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 76 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Printed in USA...
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Usually found on the transmission specification engine specification label If equipped plaque attached to the attached to the tractor's with air ride. tractor instrument panel. engine block. Fig. 14.3 (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 77...
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Phasing Type (Refer to the reverse side.) Transmission Angle Maximum Engine RPM Transmission Top Gear Ratio Rear Suspension Ride Height Maximum Engine HP Clutch 4001904a Fig. 14.5 MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 78 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Printed in USA...
fl at transmission surface, including the countershaft bearing covers or the PTO cover. Figure 14.7 and Figure 14.8. SPACER Fig. 14.8 Fig. 14.7 (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 79...
11.5 -7.0 Fig. 14.21 Manually Calculating Driveline Angles If a computer and/or the Meritor Driveline Angle Analysis Program are not available, driveline joint angles can be calculated manually. Fig. 14.22 Recommended amboid driveline angles are shown in Figure 14.23. To calculate a joint angle, subtract the measured forward component angle from the measured rear component angle for that joint.
• OEM Program: • Model • Two-piece tandem • VIN • Two-piece single • Unit • One-piece single • Year • One-piece tandem • DSM name (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 83...
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PARALLEL. If the yoke lugs are not aligned (opposite or crossed), the section is CROSSED. Both sections are considered when determining the phasing type. MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 84 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Printed in USA...
Failure to use a jack stand can result in serious personal injury and damage to components. WARNING To prevent eye injury, always wear eye protection when performing vehicle maintenance or service. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 85...
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Use a carpenter’s square or other straightedge if needed. Figure 14.28. The universal joint plan view angle can now be calculated by using Formula 1. 4005553a Fig. 14.31 MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 (16579) Page 86 Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Printed in USA...
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Fig. 14.33 Calculate the plan view universal joint angles using Formula 1. Figure 14.34. Distance –Distance –1 Axle Trans Plan_Angle= Tan Driveline_Length Formula 1 4005555a Fig. 14.34 (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 87...
Fig. 16.1 Refer to the Service Notes page on the front inside cover of this manual for information on how to obtain these tools. *See Tool Drawings. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 89...
Permalube Driveline— A driveline incorporating permanently lubricated universal joints with a permanently lubricated and sealed slip section. The entire assembly does not require regular lubrication. (16579) MM-96147 / Revised 03-21 Printed in USA Copyright Meritor, Inc., 2021 Page 95...
For drivelines outside of the same plane, measure the offsets of each joint to the frame. Measure joint center to joint center lengths of each shaft. Fax this information to OnTrac’s Customer Service Center at 248-435-5580 or call the Center at 866-OnTrac1 (668-7221) for assistance. 2. Drivelines are balanced according to Meritor’s driveline specifications. Fig. 18.1...
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For drivelines outside of the same plane, measure the offsets of each joint to the frame. Measure joint center to joint center lengths of each shaft. Fax this information to OnTrac’s Customer Service Center at 248-435-5580 or call the Center at 866-OnTrac1 (668-7221) for assistance. 2. Drivelines are balanced according to Meritor’s driveline specifications. Fig. 18.2...
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For drivelines outside of the same plane, measure the offsets of each joint to the frame. Measure joint center to joint center lengths of each shaft. Fax this information to OnTrac’s Customer Service Center at 248-435-5580 or call the Center at 866-OnTrac1 (668-7221) for assistance. 2. Drivelines are balanced according to Meritor’s driveline specifications. Fig. 18.3...
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For drivelines outside of the same plane, measure the offsets of each joint to the frame. Measure joint center to joint center lengths of each shaft. Fax this information to OnTrac’s Customer Service Center at 248-435-5580 or call the Center at 866-OnTrac1 (668-7221) for assistance. 2. Drivelines are balanced according to Meritor’s driveline specifications. Fig. 18.4...
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Information contained in this publication was in effect at the time the publication was approved for printing and is subject to change without notice or liability. 2135 West Maple Road Meritor Heavy Vehicle Systems, LLC, reserves the right to revise the information presented or to discontinue the production of parts described at any time. Troy, MI 48084 USA...
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