Kalmar Ottawa t2, Maintenance Manual

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110 9.10 Construction and Suspension of Cab/Deck – 9 Frame, Body, Cab and Accessories
Maintenance Manual Ottawa T2 4x2
8. Remove the cab tilt cylinder from the vehicle as follows:
2000 year model and newer trucks — Remove the cotter
key (1) from the support pin securing the lower end of the
cylinder to the lower cylinder mounting bracket. While sup-
porting the cylinder, remove the locknut and bolt (2) secur-
ing the upper end of the cylinder to the deck.
1999 year model and older trucks — Remove the cylin-
der support bolt from the lower end of the cylinder and re-
move the cylinder from the vehicle.
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Repair (Cylinder Installation)
1. Prior to reassembly, inspect all fasteners, including support
pins, bolts, nuts, etc., for damage and/or wear. Replace all
parts that are damaged or show wear.
2. Support the cab tilt cylinder in place on the vehicle while in-
stalling the locknuts and bolts to attach the rear end of the
cylinder to the mounting bracket on the frame rail. Tighten
the locknuts and bolts to 200 ft. lbs (271 Nm).
3. Attach the front end of the cylinder to the mounting bracket
on the frame as follows:
2000 year model and newer trucks — Install an adjust-
able collar around the cylinder and through the mounting
bracket and cylinder eye.
1999 year model and older trucks — Install the bolt and
locknut through the bracket and cylinder mounting eye and
tighten to 200 ft. lbs (271 Nm).
4. Unplug the hydraulic hose end and connect it to the cylin-
der port.
5. Connect the electrical cables to the relay on the bottom of
the cylinder.
6. Using the cab tilt switch, raise the cab and remove the
safety bar.
7. Again, using the cab tilt switch, raise and lower the cab to
bleed all air from the system; the system is self-bleeding.
8. Check all hoses and fittings for leaks.
9. Check the fluid level in the hydraulic tank; adjust as
necessary.
CAB PIVOT
PIN
SPACER
BRACKET
PIVOT PIN
RETAINER
CAB PIVOT
BUSHING