Removing And Installing The Rear Axles - Taylor-Dunn SC-100-24 Operation, T Roubleshooting And Replacement Parts Manual

Maintenance, Service, and Repair

REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE REAR AXLES

The oil level in the housing is above the bottom of the axle
flange. To minimize oil spills, raise the side of the vehicle
high enough so that the oil level is below the bottom of
the axle flange. If both axles are to be removed, you must
drain all of the oil from the housing.
NOTE: This procedure does not require that the rear end
or drive assembly be removed from the vehicle.
6. If required, drain the oil from the 3rd member.
7. Raise the rear of the vehicle and support with jack stands.
8. Release the park brake.
9. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to section
Tires and Wheels
the tire and wheel assembly.
a. If the axle shaft, hub or bearing is to be replaced then
remove the hub bolt, wheel hub and disc rotor at this
time.
10. Remove the four bolts attached to the axle retaining plate.
11. Remove the axle retaining plate and brake body assembly
as one unit.
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1. Make sure the key-switch is in the "OFF" position, then remove
the key.
2. Place the forward-reverse switch in the center "OFF" position.
3. Set the park brake.
4. Place blocks under the front wheels to prevent vehicle movement.
5. Disconnect the main positive and negative cables at the batteries.
Always use a lifting strap, hoist, and jack stands, of adequate capacity
to lift and support the vehicle. Failure to use lifting and support devices
of rated load capacity may result in severe bodily injury.
for information regarding removing