MB-T48-01
Removing and Installing the Drive from the Vehicle
1. Make sure the key-switch is in the "OFF" position, then remove
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
5. Disconnect the main positive and negative cables at the
6. Drain the oil from the front gear case and the differential into an appropriate receptacle.
7. Release the park brake. Remove the clevis pin and cable lock from the park brake
arm. Remove the park brake cable assembly from the clevis. Remove the park brake
cable assembly from the spring axle mount bracket.
8. Raise the rear of the vehicle and support with jack stands.
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 serious bodily injury.
9. Using the appropriate proceedure, remove the wheels, motor wiring, hydraulic
brake assemblies, and spring u-bolts mounted to the frame.
10. Install the wheels.
11. Lower the vehicle to the ground.
12. Remove the lower shock mounting bolts and the front spring mounting bolts.
13. Raise the rear of the vehicle, lifting the frame up off the drive assembly.
The drive must remain on the ground while lifting the frame.
Lifting the unattached drive off the ground may result in
property damage and/or serious bodily injury.
14. Clean the exterior of the drive. Visually inspect for leaks, loose or worn parts,
replace as necessary.
15. Reinstall the drive and assemble in reverse order.
16. Using the appropriate proceedure, reinstall the drive and assemble in reverse
order.
17. Set the park brake.
18. Lower the vehicle.
19. Reconnect the main positive and negative cables at the batteries.
20. Remove the blocks from the wheels.
21. Release the park brake and test drive the vehicle.
the key.
movement.
batteries.
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