16
STEERING AXLE (See FIGURE 15.)
Lubricate the grease fittings on the tie rods and the
lower spindle bearings with multi–purpose grease.
WHEEL NUTS
Check the torque of the wheel nuts. Tighten the nuts to
640 to 680 N.m (470 to 500 lbf ft) in the sequence shown
in FIGURE 37.
FIGURE 15. STEERING AXLE
1. TIE ROD
2. LOWER SPINDLE BEARING
12453
SHAFTS FOR BRAKE ACTUATORS
Lubricate the grease fitting on the shafts for the brake
actuator arms.
DRIVE AXLE AND DIFFERENTIAL
The drive axle and differential use the same oil supply.
The oil level in the drive axle is correct when the oil is
even with the plug in the planetary cover. Be sure to
check both planetary covers and the differential when
checking the oil level. Make sure the “level line” on the
planetary cover is parallel to the floor.
The oil level in the differential is correct when the oil is
even with the plug in the front of the housing. Add the
correct oil as specified in the MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE.
HYDRAULIC TANK BREATHER
(See FIGURE 2.)
Remove the hydraulic tank breather from behind the
right–hand cover and clean it in solvent. Dry the
breather with compressed air and install it.
AIR FILTER, HEATER
Remove the four screws and the air intake cover at the
right side of the cab. Remove the spring and air filter.
Clean the filter with soap and water or compressed air.
Replace the filter if it is damaged.
EVERY 350 HOURS OR TWO MONTHS
NOTE: Do these procedures in addition to the 150 hour checks.
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER (See FIGURE 9.)
NOTE: Change the oil filter for the engine after the first
100 hours on new lift trucks.
CAUTION
Never run the engine without oil.
Change the filter at the same time engine oil is changed.
Use the correct oil according to the specifications. In-
stall a new filter. Apply clean oil to the gasket of the new
filter. Turn the filter until the gasket touches, then
tighten
1
/
2
to
3
/
4
turn with your hand. Start the engine.
Check for leaks.
CAUTION
Long term exposure to used engine oil can cause skin
irritation or cancer. Wash with detergent and water.
BRAKE ACTUATOR ARMS
Check the adjustment of the brake actuator arms as de-
scribed in the section, BRAKE SYSTEM, 1800 SRM
441.
DRIVE BELTS
(See FIGURE 16. and FIGURE 17.)
Check the drive belts for wear and damage. When a pair
of drive belts are used, they must be replaced as a pair.
