226 and 242 Skid Steer Loaders Power Train Axle - Assemble Caterpillar

Assembly Procedure

Note: Cleanliness is an important factor. Before assembly, thoroughly clean all parts in cleaning fluid. Allow the parts to air dry. Do not use wiping cloths or rags to dry parts. Lint may be deposited on the parts which may cause trouble. Inspect all parts. If any parts are worn or damaged, use new parts for replacement. Dirt and other contaminants can damage the precision component. Perform assembly procedures on a clean work surface. Keep components covered and protected at all times.

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Illustration 1	g00682639
(2) Axle Housing (4) Lip Type Seal (5) Roller Bearing (6) Roller Bearing (7) Lip Type Seal (8) Bearing Cup (9) Bearing Cup

1. Illustration 1 shows the location of the components that are in the axle assembly.

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Illustration 2	g00913225
Typical Example

2. Use a suitable press and Tooling (A) to install bearing cup (9) .

   Note: Ensure that the bearing cup is seated.

3. Repeat Step 2 for bearing cup (8) on the other side.

4. Refill the cavity of the housing to one-third capacity with Tooling (D) .

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Illustration 4	g00581317

Note: Apply clean hydraulic oil on the sealing lip of a new lip type seal.

5. Pack bearing (7) with Tooling (D) . Use a suitable press and Tooling (B) to install bearing (7) . Use a suitable press and Tooling (B) to install seal (6) .

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Illustration 6	g00692732

6. Position shaft (1) into the housing. Use a suitable press and Tooling (C) to seat shaft (1) .

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Illustration 7	g00683066

7. Pack bearing (5) with Tooling (D) . Install bearing (5) .

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Illustration 8	g01412085

Note: Apply clean hydraulic oil on the sealing lip of a new lip type seal.

8. Use a suitable press and Tooling (B) to install seal (4) .

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9. Position spacer (3) over shaft (1) .

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Illustration 10	g00913237

10. Use a suitable press and Tooling (A) to install spacer (3) in housing (2) .

End By: Install the axle. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Axle - Install".