Maintenance Section
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Steer Wheel Bearings -
Reassemble
Park the lift truck level with the forks lowered,
parking brake engaged, transmission in NEUTRAL
and the engine stopped.
NOTE:
The procedure is shown on a GC-Series lift
truck. It is the same for D, G-Series lift
trucks.
Typical Example
1.
Lift the steer wheels off the ground. Place
stands or blocking under the frame and steer
axle to support the lift truck.
Typical Example
2.
Remove the hub cap which is pressed into the
wheel hub.
3.
Straighten the lock washer tangs.
4.
Remove the locknut, lock washer and flat
washer.
Remove the outer wheel bearing.
5.
Remove the wheel assembly. Examine the seal
for damage and wear. Replace the seal if
necessary.
6.
Remove the inner bearing. Clean and lubricate
the steering knuckle. Reassemble both the
inner and outer bearing cones.
7.
Install the inner bearing. Lubricate the seal and
install the wheel assembly on the knuckle.
