CLAMP 3844127 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools
Tool Part Number Part Description Qty
A 138-7576 Link Bracket 4
B 137-4370 Load Leveler (15 Ton) 1 Start By:
Remove the front wheel assemblies. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Tire and Rim (Front) - Remove and Install" .
Remove the front axle guards. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Axle Guards (Front) - Remove and Install".
Release the hydraulic system pressure. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Hydraulic System Pressure - Release".
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids.Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Caterpillar Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar products.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
Personal injury can result from hot oil or hot components.At operating temperature, oil is hot and under pressure. Hot oil can cause burns.Remove the fill cap only when the engine is stopped, and the fill cap is cool enough to touch with your bare hand.Do not allow hot oil or components to contact skin.
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Remove hose assembly (1) from block (2).
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Attach Tooling (A) to the left side and the right side of the front axle assembly, as shown.
Attach Tooling (B) and a suitable lifting device to Tooling (A).
Remove bolts (3) from each side of front axle assembly (4).
Use Tooling (A), Tooling (B), and a suitable lifting device in order to lower front axle assembly (4) to the ground. The weight of front axle assembly is approximately 5230 kg (11500 lb).