GROVE 8-9
CD3340B/YB4411 AXLES/DRIVE SHAFTS/WHEELS AND TIRES
Published 04/07/2015 Control # 569-00
FRONT DRIVE AXLE REPAIR
Removal
1. Lower the outriggers to raise the front axle. Place blocks
under the front of the frame. Remove the front wheels
and tires.
2. Disconnect the drive shaft from the axle flange.
3. Disconnect the brake lines from the axle. Cap the lines
and plug the brake ports.
4. Disconnect the hydraulic hoses from the steering
cylinder. Plug and cap the hoses and ports.
5. Place a wheel jack under the axle beam. Remove the
axle mounting bolts and nuts. Carefully lower the axle.
Remove the axle from under the machine.
Disassembly
Special Tools
NOTE: SPECIAL TOOLS are required to disassemble and
assemble the axle. Do not attempt to repair the
axle unless the tools listed, or equivalent, are
present at the time of repair. A complete list of tools
is available in the Parts Manual.
WARNING
A raised and badly supported machine can fall on you
causing severe injury or death. Position the machine on a
firm, level surface before raising one end. Ensure that the
other end is securely chocked. Do not rely solely on the
machine’s hydraulics or jacks to support the machine
when working under it.
Disconnect the battery cables while you are under the
machine to prevent the engine from being started.
Wench for differential
housing lock nut
P/N 1901763
A0677
FIGURE 8-16
Interchangeable handle
P/N 1901764
A0676
FIGURE 8-17
Driver for oil seal
P/N 190765
A0675
FIGURE 8-18
Driver for swivel bushing
P/N 1901766
A0681
FIGURE 8-19
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