Taylor-Dunn ET 3000, Manual

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Front Axle
Page 4
MB-T48-02
T-48 AC / ET 3000
1. Make sure the key-switch is in the “OFF” position, then remove
the key.
2. Place the forward-reverse switch in the center “OFF” position.
3. If equipped with a hand operated park brake, set the brake.
4. Place blocks under the rear wheels to prevent vehicle movement.
5. Disconnect the main positive and negative cables at the batteries.
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 severe bodily injury.
FRONT AXLE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Removal
6. Raise the front of the vehicle and support with jack stands.
7. Remove both front wheels. Refer to
Tires and Wheels
section for information regarding
removing the front wheels.
8. Tie up or support the front axle so it can not fall out of the vehicle.
9. Disconnect the drag link ball joint or rod end from the steering knuckle or the steering gear pitman
arm.
Note: Refer to the
Replacing the Ball Joints
section for information
regarding the removal of the ball joints or rod ends.
10. If equipped with front brakes, disconnect the
hydraulic brake lines from the brake bodies.
11. Disconnect the front axle beam from the front
springs and remove the axle from the vehicle.
Note: In some configurations the front springs
and or shocks will have to be removed
in order to remove the axle beam.
Refer to section
Front Suspension
for information regarding removing the
springs and shocks.