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DRIVE AXLE
(1)
Important remarks
①
For safety reasons, the operator should verify and service at regular intervals all of the bolted
assemblies and all of the important safety locks such as :
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Wheel nuts
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Nuts of axle mounting bolts
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Bolts on the steering components and the brake system parts : if the screws are tightable, the
loctite contact breaks loose and remounting is necessary.
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Corrosion on the carrier elements(such as the axle spindle) is not acceptable for operational
safety reasons.
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Verify seals, oil levels and lubrication at regular intervals.
②
Brakes
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Inspect brake lining and brake drum/brake disk regularly as well as wear of brake system parts.
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Inspect the free movement of brake system rode.
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In case of signs of excessive heating, consult a brake specialist or the manufacturer.
(2)
General lubrication instructions
①
①
Lubrication points
See page 3-53 installation drawing.
②
Fill levels
Are checked at the level control plugs.
③
③
Oil change
Place the vehicle in a horizontal position. Draining of the oil is to be accomplished only in warm
condition. Clean all lubrication points before opening them. On the hub assemblies, the drain
plug should be turned downward.
Replacement of the oil draining plugs.
Oil draining
Remove the oil filler plug as well as the oil level control plug on the carrier assembly, and on the
planetary assembly. Drain the oil.
Oil filling
Supply oil into oil filler hole until it overflows.
Check the oil level at the oil level plug hole(Overflow control). Wait a few minutes. If the oil level
falls, add oil until the level remains constant.
Clean the grease nipples before lubrication.
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