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G6-42A Axle Mount Weldment Repair Instructions
1.5
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.5.1
Front Axle Mounting Plate Drain
1. Remove any attachment from the machine.
2. Park the machine on a firm, level surface with the
machine level, retract and level the boom. Place the
transmission control lever in the (N) NEUTRAL
position and engage the parking brake. Shut the
engine OFF.
3. Place a Do Not Operate Tag on both the ignition key
switch and the steering wheel, stating that the
machine should not be operated.
4. Open the engine cover. Allow system fluids to cool.
5. Properly disconnect the battery.
6. Remove components as required to facilitate repair.
Refer to the machine Service Manual for proper
disassembly procedures.
7. Drill 0.500 in (12,7 mm) drain holes (
1
) in the front
axle mounting plates. See 1.5.4 “Front Axle Plate
Drain Hole Locations” on page 4 for diagram.
8. Clean, prime and paint the affected areas.
9. Install previously removed components. Refer to the
machine Service Manual for proper assembly
procedures.
1.5.2
Rear Axle Mounting Plate Drain
1. Remove components as required to facilitate repair.
Refer to the machine Service Manual for proper
disassembly procedures.
2. Drill 0.500 in (12,7 mm) drain holes (
2
) in the rear
axle mounting plates. See 1.5.5 “Rear Axle Plate
Drain Hole Locations” on page 5 for diagram.
3. Clean, prime and paint the affected areas.
1.5.3
Rear Axle Block Weldment Repair
1. Thoroughly clean the area (i.e., dirt, grease, rust,
paint, etc.) from the repair area (
3
).
2.
Protect any hoses, wires and hydraulic cylinder rods
before preparing or welding in the axle mount area.
3. Visually inspect the welds and base metal around the
rear axle mount (
3
) on both sides to ensure there are
no cracks or deformities. If any cracks or deformities
exist, repair as outlined in Step 4 (a, b & c) or as
recommended by a certified welder.
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