Contents

Challenger ®
660B / 670B
Rotary Combine

SERVICE MANUAL
79032966 A Rev.

06 - Rear Axle
Contents
STANDARD REAR AXLE
Adjustable Steering Axle - Standard .............................................................................................................. 06-1
General Information ................................................................................................................................. 06-1
Standard Rear Axle Wheel Bolt Torque .................................................................................................. 06-2
Steering Cylinder Removal ...................................................................................................................... 06-2
Steering Cylinder Installation ................................................................................................................... 06-3
Bleeding Steering Cylinder and Lines ..................................................................................................... 06-4
Adjusting Rear Axle Wheel Tread Width ................................................................................................. 06-6
Adjusting Rear Wheel Toe-In .................................................................................................................. 06-9
Axle Removal ........................................................................................................................................ 06-11
Axle Installation ..................................................................................................................................... 06-13
Rear Wheel Bearing Removal And Disassembly .................................................................................. 06-16
Cleaning, Inspection, And Installation ................................................................................................... 06-19
Spindle Bushing Removal ..................................................................................................................... 06-20
Spindle Bushing Installation .................................................................................................................. 06-22
Steering Stop Adjustment ...................................................................................................................... 06-24
Adjustable Steering Axle - If Equipped ........................................................................................................ 06-27
General Information ............................................................................................................................... 06-27
Rear Wheel bolt Torque ........................................................................................................................ 06-28
Adjusting Rear Axle Wheel Tread (Width) ............................................................................................. 06-29
Adjusting Rear Wheel Toe-in ................................................................................................................ 06-33
Axle Stop Adjustment ............................................................................................................................ 06-34
Rear Wheel Bearing Lubrication and Adjustment ................................................................................. 06-38
Axle Removal and Disassembly ............................................................................................................ 06-54
Axle Assembly and Installation .............................................................................................................. 06-59

POWER REAR AXLE

Power Rear Axle - Single Speed ................................................................................................................. 06-65
General Information ............................................................................................................................... 06-65
Power Rear Axle Identification .............................................................................................................. 06-66
Power Rear Axle Wheel Motor Identification ......................................................................................... 06-66
Power Rear Axle Performance .............................................................................................................. 06-67
Power Rear Axle Electrical Components And Controls ......................................................................... 06-69
Power Rear Axle Hydrostatic Circuits Description ................................................................................ 06-70
Case Drain Return 0 to 275.8 kPa (0 to 40 psi) .................................................................................... 06-71
Power Rear Axle Operation Description ................................................................................................ 06-72
Steering Cylinder Operation .................................................................................................................. 06-74
Steering Cylinder Removal .................................................................................................................... 06-74
Steering Cylinder Installation ................................................................................................................. 06-76
Bleeding Steering Cylinder and Lines ................................................................................................... 06-76
Rear Wheel Lug Nut Torque ................................................................................................................. 06-78
Rear Wheel Motor Axle Bearings .......................................................................................................... 06-78
Wheel Motor Steering Pin Bushings ...................................................................................................... 06-78
Adjusting Rear Axle Wheel Tread Width ............................................................................................... 06-79

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Adjusting Rear Wheel Toe-In ................................................................................................................ 06-82
Checking and Tightening Rear Wheel Tie Rod Ends ............................................................................ 06-84
Wheel Stop Adjustment ......................................................................................................................... 06-84
Axle Removal ........................................................................................................................................ 06-87
Axle Installation ..................................................................................................................................... 06-90
Power Rear Axle Equa-Trac II Valve Components ............................................................................... 06-94
Operation of Equa - Trac II Valve .......................................................................................................... 06-97
Power Rear Axle Wheel Motor .............................................................................................................. 06-98
Basic Motor Repair .............................................................................................................................. 06-116
Power Rear Axle Service Tools ........................................................................................................... 06-126
Power Rear Axle Troubleshooting and Testing ................................................................................... 06-131
Power Rear Axle - Two Speed .................................................................................................................. 06-139
General Information ............................................................................................................................. 06-139
Power Rear Axle Identification ............................................................................................................ 06-141
Power Rear Axle Wheel Motor Identification ....................................................................................... 06-141
Basic Motor Specifications .................................................................................................................. 06-142
Power Rear Axle Performance ............................................................................................................ 06-142
Power Rear Axle Electrical Components and Controls ....................................................................... 06-144
Hydrostatic Circuitry Description ......................................................................................................... 06-146
Case Drain Return ............................................................................................................................... 06-148
Operation Description .......................................................................................................................... 06-149
Rear Wheel Lug Bolt Torque ............................................................................................................... 06-151
Rear Wheel Motor Axle Bearings ........................................................................................................ 06-152
Wheel Motor Steering Pin Bushings .................................................................................................... 06-153
Adjusting Rear Axle Height ................................................................................................................. 06-154
Wheel Motor C-Frame Mounting Bolts ................................................................................................ 06-159
Adjusting Rear Axle Wheel Tread (Width) ........................................................................................... 06-159
Adjusting Rear Wheel Toe-In .............................................................................................................. 06-163
Checking and Tightening Rear Wheel Tie Rod Ends .......................................................................... 06-164
Wheel Stop Adjustment ....................................................................................................................... 06-164
Axle Removal ...................................................................................................................................... 06-168
Axle Installation ................................................................................................................................... 06-172
Selector Valve ..................................................................................................................................... 06-177
Selector Valve Principle of Operation .................................................................................................. 06-181
Power Rear Axle Wheel Motor ............................................................................................................ 06-189
Principle of Operation (For the Route of One Piston) .......................................................................... 06-192
Removal .............................................................................................................................................. 06-201
Steering C-Frame Removal and Installation ....................................................................................... 06-204
Disassemble and Assemble Bushings ................................................................................................ 06-209
Installation ........................................................................................................................................... 06-211
Wheel Motor Bleeding/Start-up Procedures ........................................................................................ 06-213
Bleeding and Start-Up Procedures ...................................................................................................... 06-214
Power Rear Axle Service Tools ........................................................................................................... 06-215
Basic Motor Repair .............................................................................................................................. 06-220
Troubleshooting and Testing ............................................................................................................... 06-236

INDEX ........................................................................................................................................................... 06-247

06-ii 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
STANDARD REAR AXLE

ADJUSTABLE STEERING AXLE -

STANDARD

General Information
FIG. 1: An adjustable tread steering axle as shown is
standard equipment.
The standard rear axle wheel tread width is set to 302 cm
(119 in) for field operation. Tread width can be adjusted
from 302 to 363 cm (119 to 143 in) with 16.9 X 26 R1
steering tires.

MB10469

FIG. 1

2
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FIG. 2
FIG. 2: The steering system uses a fixed double rod
steering cylinder (1) with two steering tie rod assemblies
(2) located on the front of the axle. The left and right tie
rods connect directly from the cylinder rod through an
inline socket assembly and to the steering arm with a
tapered stud socket assembly.
NOTE: Service of the steering cylinder can be found in
the HYDRAULICS division in this manual.

79032966 A Rev. 06-1

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 3: Steering is controlled through a power steering
control unit (1) located under the cab at the bottom of the
steering wheel and column assembly.
Hydraulic fluid is sent to the steering cylinders through
this unit to control the combine steering.
NOTE: Removal, installation, and service of the steering 1
control unit can be found in the HYDRAULICS
division in this manual.

H627015

FIG. 3

Standard Rear Axle Wheel Bolt Torque

FIG. 4: Combines equipped with the standard rear axle
use eight capscrews with plain washers to fasten the
wheel to the hub.
1
Torque wheel bolts (1) to 203 Nm (150 lbf ft).
After operating for one hour, check the torque on all lug
nuts and bolts. Again at ten hours of operation, check to
make sure the nuts and bolts have held the correct torque
specification until they remain tight. Thereafter, check the
lug nuts and bolts every 100 hours of operation.

J429001

FIG. 4

Steering Cylinder Removal

FIG. 5: Remove the cotter pins and slotted nuts (1) off of
the outer tie rod ends (2).
Using a tie rod puller or a ball joint separator, break the 1
tapered studs loose from the steering arm.

MB10442

FIG. 5

06-2 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 6: Crack the hydraulic fittings (1) to relieve any
hydraulic pressure in the hydraulic lines and cylinders,
then disconnect the hoses on the cylinder and cap the
hose ends and cylinder ports.
Remove the eight bolts (2) fastening the hydraulic cylinder 1
to the combine frame. 1
Remove the cylinder assembly from the combine.
NOTE: Label the hoses before disconnecting to aid in 2
assembly. 2

M726583

FIG. 6
FIG. 7: Remove the outer tie rod assemblies (1) from the
steering cylinder.
Using the flats (3) on the cylinder rod and the hex on the
ball joint (2), remove the ball joints from the cylinder rods.
Remove the eight bolts (4) fastening the hydraulic cylinder
to the combine frame.
Remove the cylinder assembly from the combine.

3 2 1
4
M726582

FIG. 7

Steering Cylinder Installation

FIG. 8: Install the steering cylinder onto the combine and
install the eight bolts (2) that fasten the cylinder to the 1
combine frame. Tighten all hardware 1
Install the hydraulic hoses (1) and tighten all the fittings.
2 2

M726583

FIG. 8

79032966 A Rev. 06-3

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 9: Install the outer tie rod assemblies (1) onto the
steering cylinder.
Using the flats (3) on the cylinder rod and the hex on the
ball joint (2), thread the ball joints into the end of the
cylinder rods.
Torque the ball joints to 360 Nm (265 lbf ft).

3
2 1
M726582

FIG. 9
FIG. 10: Be sure the tapered studs on the ball sockets
and the tapered holes in the steering arms are clean and
not worn.
1
Install the tapered stud of the ball socket (2) into the
steering arm. Install the slotted nut (1) until the tapered
stud is just starting to seat.
Torque the slotted nuts to 150 Nm (110 lbf ft). Continue 2
tightening until a slot in the slotted nut lines up with the
hole in the tapered stud for the cotter pin. Install the cotter
pins. Do not loosen the slotted nut to install the cotter pin.

MB10442

FIG. 10
FIG. 11: The tapered ball sockets (1) at the end of both
tie rod assemblies must be tight at all times.
After installation, the tapered ball sockets must be
checked about every four hours the first day. Then every
day the first week. Torque the tie rod tapered ball socket 1
slotted nuts to 150 Nm (110.6 lbf ft).
In time the tapered surface work hardens and can not be
tightened.
Bleed any air that is in the steering hydraulic system.

K512103

FIG. 11

Bleeding Steering Cylinder and Lines

After servicing of the steering cylinder or the hydraulic
lines, any air that is in the hydraulic system must be bled
in order to provide smooth and fast operation of the
steering system.

06-4 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 12: Properly position the combine before beginning
to bled the steering cylinders and lines.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under combine:

• Locate combine on a flat, hard, level surface.

• Put transmission in neutral.
• Set parking brake.
• Lower header completely to the ground or floor.
• Turn off engine and remove start key.
• Put block in front of and behind front drive J326008
tires. FIG. 12
FIG. 13: To bleed the steering cylinder and the hydraulic
lines, continue as follows:
Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting equipment 4
(1) and support the center section (2) with blocks or steel
support stands (3) located equal distances on the left and
right sides of the axle assembly pivot pin (4).
Start the engine and turn the steering wheel as if making 1
a right hand turn (as far as the cylinder will go) until the
left-hand steering cylinder rod is completely retracted and 2
the right-hand steering cylinder rod is completely 3
extended.
Next, turn the steering wheel as if making a left hand turn
(as far as the cylinder will go) until the left-hand steering
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cylinder rod is completely extended and the right-hand
steering cylinder rod is completely retracted. FIG. 13
Repeat these steps until the steering cylinder operates
smoothly and quickly in both directions.
FIG. 14: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) under the pivot pin center line of the center
section (2) and remove the support stands (3).
Carefully lower the combine rear wheels to the ground
and remove lifting equipment from under the rear axle.

2
3

J505113

FIG. 14

79032966 A Rev. 06-5

Standard Rear Axle
Adjusting Rear Axle Wheel Tread Width
FIG. 15: Rear wheel tread width is measured from the
center of the left-hand rear tire to the center of the
right-hand rear tire at ground level.
The axle tread width can be adjusted in 152.4 mm (6 in)
units from 302 to 363 cm (119 to 143 in) with 16.9 X 26
R1 steering tires.

K512084

FIG. 15
FIG. 16: Properly position the combine before beginning
to adjust tread width.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under combine:

• Locate combine on a flat, hard, level surface.

• Put transmission in neutral.
• Set parking brake.
• Lower header completely to the ground or floor.
• Turn off engine and remove start key.
• Put block in front of and behind front drive J326008
tires. FIG. 16
FIG. 17: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) and support the center section (2) with
blocks or steel support stands (3) located equal distances
on the left and right sides of the axle assembly pivot pin 4
(4).

3
2

J505113

FIG. 17

06-6 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 18: Remove the two capscrews (1), tie rod half
clamps (2), and lock nuts (3) locking each adjustable tie
rod in the steering link weldment (4).
IMPORTANT: Remove the hardware from one side of the
axle only. The hardware fastening the axle
extension also supports the steering cylinder 3
support bracket. Adjusting one extension at a
time will permit the cylinder support bracket to
remain fastened with the existing hardware.

4 1 2
d-10881

FIG. 18
FIG. 19: Remove the outer four nuts (1) and spacers
fastening the left-hand extension (2) in the axle center
member. Remove the four capscrews from the rear side
3 5 2
of the axle center section (5) retaining the axle extension
(2).
Remove the three nuts (4) fastening the axle extension
and cylinder mount (3).
Remove the three capscrews from the rear side of the
axle center section (5) retaining the axle extension (2) and
cylinder mount (3). 4
NOTE: At 350.5 cm (138 in) only the outer two cylinder 1
support bracket capscrews need to be removed
to adjust the axle out to 365.8 cm (144 in) or to
MB03415
adjust the tread down to 350.5 cm (138 in) from
365.8 cm (144 in). FIG. 19
The axle extension can now be moved in 76.2 mm (3 in)
units to reach the desired tread width.

m
WARNING: DO NOT extend the axle
extension assembly beyond four holes
showing in the extension assembly. At the
minimum of 304.8 cm (120 in) zero holes are
showing. At the maximum of 365.8 cm (144
in) four holes will be showing.

Tread Adjustments
Number of holes Tire Size
Showing per Side
16.9 X 26 R1
0 * 303.0 cm (119.2 in)
1 318.3 cm (125.2 in)
2 333.5 cm (131.2 in)
3 348.7 cm (137.2 in)
4 364.0 cm (143.3 in)
* Indicates minimum tread for this tire size.

79032966 A Rev. 06-7

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 20: Install the four outer capscrews from the rear
side of the axle center section (1) to hold the axle
extension (2).
5 1 2
Install the four lock nuts (3) with spacers under the nuts
and torque to 360 Nm (265 lbf ft).
Insert the three capscrews from the rear side of the axle
center section (1) to hold the axle extension (2) and the
cylinder anchor (5). Install the three nuts and torque nuts
to 360 Nm (265 lbf ft).
4
Repeat the above procedure for the right-hand axle
extension. 3
IMPORTANT: Make sure that the left-hand and
right-hand extensions have been extended MB03415
equally. There must be an equal number of holes FIG. 20
showing in each extension.
FIG. 21: Adjust the left and right tie rod assemblies and
install the two capscrews (1), clamp washers (2), and lock
nuts (3) fastening each adjustable link rod in the steering
link weldment (4). Torque lock nuts to 50 Nm (36.5 lbf ft).
IMPORTANT: Make sure that the left-hand and
right-hand tie rod assemblies have been 3
extended equally. There must be an equal
number of holes showing in each inner tie rod
tube.
NOTE: After adjusting the rear axle wheel tread width the
rear wheel toe-in and steering stops must be
adjusted. 4 1 2
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Refer to the ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL TOE-IN section
in this division of the manual and check the toe-in FIG. 21
adjustment.
Refer to the STEERING STOP ADJUSTMENT section in
this division of the manual and check the steering stop
adjustment.
FIG. 22: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) under the pivot pin center line of the center
section (2) and remove the support stands (3).
Carefully lower the combine rear wheels to the ground
and remove lifting equipment from under the rear axle.

2
3

J505113

FIG. 22

06-8 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
Adjusting Rear Wheel Toe-In
FIG. 23: Properly position the combine before beginning
to adjust toe-in.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under combine:

• Locate combine on a flat, hard, level surface.

• Put transmission in neutral.
• Set parking brake.
• Lower header completely to the ground or floor.
• Turn off engine and remove start key.
• Put block in front of and behind front drive J326008
tires. FIG. 23
FIG. 24: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) and support the center section (2) with
blocks or steel support stands (3) located equal distances 4
on left and right sides of the axle assembly pivot pin (4).

1
2

3
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FIG. 24
FIG. 25: The rear wheels must have the proper amount
of toe-in or steering control will be changed and excessive
tire wear will occur.
Position the rear wheels in the straight forward position.
Put a mark at the center of the tread on both tires.
Check the rear wheel toe-in by measuring the distance
between the two marks with the marks the same distance
above the ground as the center of the hub with the mark
toward the front of the combine. This is the front
measurement (B).
Rotate the tires 180 degrees so that the marks are B A
located the same distance above the ground as the
center of the hub with the mark to the rear of the combine.
Measure the distance between the two marks. This is the
rear measurement (A).
Subtract the front measurement from the rear
measurement to determine the current amount of toe-in.
Distance (A) minus distance (B) must be 5 to 11 mm
(0.1875 to 0.4375 in).
IMPORTANT: The distance at the rear (A) must be larger
than the distance at the front (B).
7a007a

FIG. 25

79032966 A Rev. 06-9

Standard Rear Axle

B A
1

d-10870

FIG. 26
FIG. 26: Make sure that the steering cylinder (1) is in the
middle of the steering cylinder’s stroke.
Measure the distance, the left (A) and right (B) cylinder
rods are extended beyond the heads of the cylinder.
With an assistant, turn the steering wheel in the cab until
the distances are equal (DO NOT start the engine).

1
2 1

d-10881

FIG. 27
FIG. 27: If the number of threads that can be seen
beyond the jam nut (1) are not equal to the number of
threads that can be seen beyond the jam nut on the
opposite tie rod assembly, adjust the tie rod assemblies to
equal lengths.
To adjust the tie rods, loosen the two jam nuts (1) on each
tie rod assembly (2). Turn one or both tie rod assemblies
to lengthen or shorten as required to have equal length
assemblies.
To set the toe-in, turn each tie rod assembly an equal
number of turns to lengthen or shorten the length of the
assemblies as required to reach the correct toe-in of 4.8
to 11.2 mm (0.19 to 0.4411 in). Torque each jam nut to
135 Nm (100 lbf ft) against the tie rod assembly.
IMPORTANT: Refer to the STEERING STOP
ADJUSTMENT section in this division of the
manual and check the steering stops.

06-10 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 28: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) under the pivot pin center line of the center
section (2) and remove the support stands (3).
Carefully lower the combine rear wheels to the ground
and remove lifting equipment from under the rear axle.

2
3

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J505113

FIG. 28

Axle Removal
FIG. 29: Properly position the combine before beginning
to remove the rear axle assembly.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under combine:

• Locate combine on a flat, hard, level surface.

• Put transmission in neutral.
• Set parking brake.
• Lower header completely to the ground or floor.
• Turn off engine and remove start key.
• Put block in front of and behind front drive J326008
tires. FIG. 29
FIG. 30: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) located under the pivot pin center line of
the center section until the weight is removed from the
rear wheels and tires.
Support the rear of the combine with blocks or steel 3
support stands (2) located under the left and right sides of
the auger housing frame weldment assembly (3).
NOTE: Remove the load on the lifting equipment, but do
not remove the lifting equipment from under the 1
axle center section at this time.

2
J505115

FIG. 30

79032966 A Rev. 06-11

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 31: Remove the eight lug nuts fastening each rear
wheel to the hub and remove both the wheel assemblies
from the work area.
1

J429001

FIG. 31
FIG. 32: Label the steering supply hoses, right (1) and
left (2), and remove the hoses from the steering cylinder.
1
Cap the ends of the hoses and ports to prevent
contamination of the hydraulic system.
IMPORTANT: Having a clean area is necessary when
installing or servicing hydraulic components.
When removing hydraulic components, areas
around the connections must be cleaned or
washed with solvent so that contamination will 2
not enter the system. Always keep hoses,
connections, and ports closed with a cap to keep
contamination out of the system.

MA26814

FIG. 32

d-10870

FIG. 33
FIG. 33: Label the top and front sides of the axle center
section (1) before removing the axle assembly to make
sure the axle center section is put in position correctly
when installed in the combine.

06-12 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 34: Lift the axle assembly with suitable lifting
equipment located under the pivot pin center line of the
center section until the weight of the axle is removed from
the pivot pin (1).
2
Remove the capscrew (2) that fastens the axle pivot pin in
the front pivot block of the rear axle support weldment.
Using a steel drift located at the rear of the pivot pin, drive 1
the pivot pin to the front out of the rear axle support
weldment and center section.

m
CAUTION: Axle assembly is heavy and
awkward, keep fingers and hands away
from pinch points. Use a drift or steel bar to
remove pin.
MB03411
CAREFULLY and SLOWLY lower the axle assembly from FIG. 34
the rear axle support and remove from under the
combine.

Axle Installation
FIG. 35: If the axle pivot bushings (1) were removed,
position the bushings into the front and rear of the pivot
tube bore of the center section (2) and press the bushings
flush with the bore.
3
1
Position the axle center section with large axle extension 2
mounting holes (3) facing forward when the center section
is put in the combine.

71389394

FIG. 35
FIG. 36: Apply a layer of grease to the axle pivot
bushings and contact surfaces.

MB03394

FIG. 36

79032966 A Rev. 06-13

Standard Rear Axle

d-10870

FIG. 37
FIG. 37: Position the axle assembly with the steering
system facing forward when installing the axle in the
combine.
FIG. 38: Using suitable lifting equipment, position the
axle assembly (2) up into the combine rear axle support
assembly (1) aligning the axle pivot bore with the pivot pin 5
mounting holes.

m
CAUTION: Axle assembly is heavy and
awkward, keep fingers and hands away
from pinch points. Use a drift or steel bar to 3
align pivot holes.
1
Make sure that the grease fitting and passage in the axle
pivot pin (3) take grease.
Apply a light layer of grease to the axle pivot pin and 4
thrust washers (4).
Install the front thrust washer between the front of the axle
support and the axle assembly aligned with the axle pivot.
Position the pivot pin at the front of the axle with the 2 4
grease fitting facing to the rear and align the pin retaining 71410899A
hole (5) with the hole in the axle support pivot block. Drive
the pivot pin from the front into the axle support, through FIG. 38
the front thrust washer to just short of the pivot pin
passing through the axle assembly.
Install the rear thrust washer between the rear of the axle
support and the axle assembly aligned with the axle pivot.
Continue to drive the pivot pin through the rear thrust
washer and into the axle support rear pivot block until the
retaining hole in the pivot pin and the axle support front
pivot block are aligned.

06-14 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 39: Using a steel drift, align the front pivot pin (1)
and support bolt retaining holes. Insert the capscrew (2)
and secure with a lock nut.
Lubricate the axle pivot pin until grease can be seen at 2
the thrust washers.

MB03411

FIG. 39
FIG. 40: Remove caps from the ends of the hoses and
ports.
1
IMPORTANT: Having a clean area is necessary when
installing or servicing hydraulic components.
When disconnecting hydraulic components,
areas around the connections must be cleaned
or washed with solvent so that contamination will
not enter the system. Always keep hoses,
connections, and ports closed with a cap to keep 2
contamination out of the system.
Locate steering supply hoses, right (1) and left (2), and
connect hoses to the steering cylinder.

MA26814

FIG. 40
FIG. 41: Install the rear wheels onto the hubs and fasten
each using eight capscrews with plain washers (1) Torque
lug bolts to 203 Nm (150 lbf ft).
After operating for one hour, check the torque on all lug 1
nuts and bolts. Again at ten hours of operation, check to
make sure the nuts and bolts have held the correct torque
specification until they remain tight. Thereafter, check the
lug nuts and bolts every 100 hours of operation.
Check to make sure rear wheel toe-in is within 5 to 11 mm
(0.19 to 0.44 in).
IMPORTANT: Refer to the ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL
TOE-IN section in this division of the manual and
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check toe-in.
FIG. 41

79032966 A Rev. 06-15

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 42: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) under the pivot pin center line of the center
section and remove the support stands (2) located under
the left and right sides of the auger housing frame
weldment assembly (3).
3
CAREFULLY lower the combine.
1

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FIG. 42
FIG. 43: Start the combine engine and remove the air
from the steering system before operating the combine.
IMPORTANT: Procedure for bleeding air from the
steering cylinder system can be found in the
BLEEDING STEERING CYLINDER AND LINES
section of this division of the manual.
Operate the combine and make sure that the steering
system functions properly.

m
WARNING: NEVER operate the combine or
allow others to operate it unless ALL
SHIELDS supplied with the combine and its
attachments are PROPERLY IN PLACE.
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After operating the combine for a short period of time, FIG. 43

check for fluid leaks and correct any found.

Rear Wheel Bearing Removal And

Disassembly
FIG. 44: The rear wheel hubs must be disassembled
and the bearings cleaned and packed with clean grease
every 500 hours of operation or more frequently when
operating in muddy or wet field conditions.

d-10872

FIG. 44

06-16 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 45: Properly position the combine before beginning
to remove and disassemble the rear wheel bearings.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under combine:

• Locate combine on a flat, hard, level surface.

• Put transmission in neutral.
• Set parking brake.
• Lower header completely to the ground or floor.
• Turn off engine and remove start key.
• Put block in front of and behind front drive J326008
tires. FIG. 45
FIG. 46: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) and support the center section (2) with
blocks or steel support stands (3) located equal distances 4
on left and right sides of the axle assembly pivot pin (4).

1
2

3
J505113

FIG. 46
FIG. 47: Remove the eight capscrews (1) with plain
washers fastening each rear wheel to the hub and
remove both wheel assemblies from the work area.
1

J429001

FIG. 47

79032966 A Rev. 06-17

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 48: Remove the hub cap (11) from the hub (5).
Then remove the cotter pin (10) and slotted nut (9) from 11
the spindle (1) retaining the outer bearing cone (7). 8
9
Remove the washer (8) and outer bearing cone (7) and 6
pull the hub assembly (2) from the spindle.
7 5
If the inner bearing cone (3) and seal (2) were not 4 1
removed when removing the hub assembly, pull the
bearing cone and seal from the hub (5). 3 2
Drive the inner and outer bearing cups (4) and (6) from 10
the hub (5) if the bearings are being replaced.

d-10872

FIG. 48

06-18 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
Cleaning, Inspection, And Installation

5
7
1 6
11

10

9
8
3
4

d-2856a

FIG. 49
FIG. 49: Wash all parts in cleaning solvent, then blow Install the inner bearing cone (3) into the hub followed by
the parts dry with clean and dry compressed air. Do not seal (1). Using an suitable driver, install the seal with the
use cloth for cleaning, since lint will remain in and on the inner lip facing away from the bearing as shown in the hub
parts. until the face of the outer seal face is flush with the face of
the hub.
IMPORTANT: Do not permit the bearing cones and
rollers to rotate while blowing the bearings dry Install the hub with an inner bearing cone and seal onto
with air as the bearings can be damaged the spindle (5). Install the outer bearing cone (7), washer
because of not enough lubrication. (8), and slotted nut (9).
Inspect the cones, rollers, and cups for wear or pitting. Seat the bearing cones and cups by tightening the
Replace as a set if required. retaining nut (9) to 27 to 41 Nm (20 to 30 lbf ft) while
rotating the hub.
Install the bearing cups, (4) and (6), into the wheel hub (2)
with the narrow face of the cups facing outward. Back off the nut (9) until the bearings are free, and tighten
the nut finger tight as the hub is rotated in the same
Fill the wheel hub cavity and cover the wheel hub bearing direction. Then tighten the slotted nut until the nearest slot
cups with MULTI-PURPOSE LITHIUM SOAP BASE in the nut aligns with the cotter pin hole in the wheel
GUN GREASE.
spindle.
IMPORTANT: Filling the hub cavity with grease makes a Fasten the wheel hub nut in position with a new cotter pin
wall that prevents hot grease from flowing away (11).
from the bearings.
Fill the hub cap (10) full of grease and install.
Pack the wheel bearing cones with MULTI-PURPOSE
LITHIUM SOAP BASE GUN GREASE. IMPORTANT: The wheel bearings must have no side to
side movement.
NOTE: Machine packing the bearing cones is
recommended.

79032966 A Rev. 06-19

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 50: Install the rear wheels onto the hubs and fasten
each using eight capscrews with plain washers (1) Torque
lug bolts to 203 Nm (150 lbf ft).
After operating for one hour, check the torque on all lug 1
nuts and bolts. Again at ten hours of operation, check to
make sure the nuts and bolts have held the correct torque
specification until they remain tight. Thereafter, check the
lug nuts and bolts every 100 hours of operation.

J429001

FIG. 50
FIG. 51: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) and remove the blocks or steel support
stands (3) supporting the center section (2) on the left and 4
right sides of the axle assembly pivot pin (4).
Carefully lower the combine rear wheels to the ground.
Remove the lifting equipment from under the rear axle. 1

3
J505113

FIG. 51

Spindle Bushing Removal

FIG. 52: Properly position the combine before beginning
to replace the spindle bushings.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under combine:

• Locate combine on a flat, hard, level surface.

• Put transmission in neutral.
• Set parking brake.
• Lower header completely to the ground or floor.
• Turn off engine and remove start key.
• Put block in front of and behind front drive J326008

tires. FIG. 52

06-20 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 53: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) and support the center section (2) with
blocks or steel support stands (3) located equal distances 4
on left and right sides of the axle assembly pivot pin (4).

1
2

3
J505113

FIG. 53
FIG. 54: Remove the eight capscrews (1) with plain
washers fastening each rear wheel to the hub and
remove both wheel assemblies from the work area.
1

J429001

FIG. 54
FIG. 55: Remove the cotter pin and slotted nut (1) from
the link assembly socket assemblies. Use a ball joint or tie
rod separator and remove the tie rod assembly (2) from
the spindle arms.

2
K512103

FIG. 55

79032966 A Rev. 06-21

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 56: Remove the capscrew (1), lock washer, and
retaining washer (2) from the top of the spindle shaft
fastening the spindle assembly (3), in the axle extension 2
assembly. Push the spindle assembly out of the axle 1
extension housing and remove the thrust washers (4)
from the spindle.
6 5
Using a bushing driver, drive the two bushings (5) and
spacer (6) from the spindle housing.

d-10871

FIG. 56

Spindle Bushing Installation

FIG. 57: Position the spacer (6) so the gap aligns with
the lubrication fitting passage in the spindle housing (7).
Press the spacer to the center of the spindle housing 2
bore. 1
IMPORTANT: Make sure that the grease fitting and
passage in the housing will receive grease.
6
Position the bushings (5) into the bore so that the open 5
end of the grease groove is toward the center of the
housing.
Press the bushings flush with the bore of the spindle
housing (7).
Apply a light cover of grease to the spindle shaft (3) and 7
thrust washers (4). Install the thrust washers onto the
spindle shaft. 4
Install the spindle assembly (3) into the spindle housing
(7) of the axle extension assembly.
Install the spindle retaining washer (2) with a capscrew (1) 3
and lock washer. Tighten the capscrew.
Lubricate the spindle housing until grease shows at the
retaining washer and thrust washers.

d-10871

FIG. 57

06-22 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 58: Fasten the tapered ball socket (2) to the spindle
arm with a slotted nut and cotter pin. Torque the slotted
nut to 150 Nm (110.6 lbf ft). Continue tightening until the
nearest slot in the nut aligns with the hole in the tapered
socket assembly and install the cotter pin.
After installation, the tapered ball sockets must be
checked every four hours the first day. Then every day the
first week.
In time the tapered surface work hardens and can not be
tightened.
1

2
K512103

FIG. 58
FIG. 59: Install the rear wheels onto the hubs and fasten
each using eight capscrews with plain washers (1) Torque
lug bolts to 203 Nm (150 lbf ft).
After operating for one hour, check the torque on all lug 1
nuts and bolts. Again at ten hours of operation, check to
make sure the nuts and bolts have held the correct torque
specification until they remain tight. Thereafter, check the
lug nuts and bolts every 100 hours of operation.

J429001

FIG. 59
FIG. 60: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) and remove the blocks or steel support
stands (3) supporting the center section (2) on the left and 4
right sides of the axle assembly pivot pin (4).
Carefully lower the combine rear wheels to the ground.
Remove the lifting equipment from under the rear axle. 1

3
J505113

FIG. 60

79032966 A Rev. 06-23

Standard Rear Axle
Steering Stop Adjustment
FIG. 61: The adjustable wheel stops (1) must be set to
take full advantage of the maximum steering angle that is
available, unless the steering needs to be limited to
prevent tire interference with the combine.

K512103

FIG. 61
FIG. 62: Properly position combine before beginning to
adjust stops.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under combine:

• Locate combine on a flat, hard, level surface.

• Put transmission in neutral.
• Set parking brake.
• Lower header completely to the ground or floor.
• Turn off engine and remove start key.
• Put block in front of and behind front drive J326008

tires. FIG. 62
FIG. 63: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) and support the center section (2) with
blocks or steel support stands (3) located equal distances 4
on the left and right sides of the axle assembly pivot pin
(4).

1
2

3
J505113

FIG. 63

06-24 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 64: The combine comes from the factory with a full
thread capscrew (1) and jam nut (2). The jam nut is
tightened securely to the head of the capscrew and this
assembly is threaded into the steering extension.
2

MB10440

FIG. 64
FIG. 65: Check for enough tire clearance with the
selected tread width setting and full axle oscillation with
wheels fully turned in both directions.
IMPORTANT: The steering must have a limit to prevent
tire interference with the combine main frame or
shields.

MB10470

FIG. 65
FIG. 66: Check for enough steering component
clearance between the axle extension and the tie rod with
the wheels fully turned to the left and right.

MB10479

FIG. 66

79032966 A Rev. 06-25

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 67: Make any necessary adjustments in stops by
adding or removing washers between the capscrew (1)
and jam nut (2).
NOTE: The standard rear axle comes from the factory
with no washers between the capscrew and jam 1
nut.

MB10464

FIG. 67
FIG. 68: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) and remove the blocks or steel support
stands (3) supporting the center section (2) on the left and 4
right sides of the axle assembly pivot pin (4).
Carefully lower the combine rear wheels to the ground.
Remove the lifting equipment from under the rear axle. 1

3
J505113

FIG. 68

Tire Clearance
FIG. 69: There must be a minimum of 38 to 50 mm (1.5
to 2.0 in) of tire clearance between the tires and the
nearest contact point on the combine at all times.

MB10465

FIG. 69

06-26 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 70: To determine if the combine has enough tire
clearance back the right-hand steering tire up a suitable
ramp with the left-hand steering tire remaining on the
ground, until the axle center section (1) contacts the
oscillation stop (2).
2
Set the parking brake, put the transmission in neutral, put 1
blocks in front of and behind the front tires.
With the combine rear axle under full oscillation turn the
combine steering tires to maximum left and right turns.

MB10453

FIG. 70
FIG. 71: Watch the inside edge of the right-hand tire and
the inside edge of the left-hand tire.
IMPORTANT: There must be a minimum of 38 to 50 mm
(1.5 to 2.0 in) of tire clearance between the tires
and the nearest contact point on the combine at
all times.
Repeat the procedure for the left-hand steering tire.

MB10489

FIG. 71

ADJUSTABLE STEERING AXLE - IF

EQUIPPED

General Information
FIG. 72: An adjustable tread steering axle, as shown, is
available for combines equipped with 350 bushel grain bin
extensions.
NOTE: This option is not available on all machines. See
your dealer for more information.
The tread width can be adjusted from 290 to 378.5 cm
(114 to 149 in) according to steering tire size.
Reference: Adjusting Rear Axle Wheel Tread table for tire
sizes and tread adjustment.

LA06341

FIG. 72

79032966 A Rev. 06-27

Standard Rear Axle

2 2
D-12625A
FIG. 73
FIG. 73: The steering system uses a drag link (tie rod)
assembly (1) located in front of the axle. The steering
cylinders (2) are located at the rear of the axle.
NOTE: The specifications, removal, installation, and the
service for the cylinder can be found in the
HYDRAULICS Division - Hydraulic Cylinders -
Steering Cylinders section.
FIG. 74: The steering is controlled through a power
steering control unit (1). The unit can be found under the
cab at the bottom of the steering wheel and column
assembly.
Hydraulic fluid is sent to the steering cylinders through the 1
unit (1) to control the combine steering.
NOTE: The specifications, removal, installation, and the
service for the steering control unit can be found
in the HYDRAULICS Division - Power Steering
Control Unit section.

H627015

FIG. 74

Rear Wheel bolt Torque

FIG. 75: Combines equipped with the standard rear axle
use ten hex bolts with hardened plain washers per wheel
to fasten the rear wheel assembly.
Torque the wheel bolts (1) to 542 Nm (400 lbf ft). After
operating for one hour, check the torque on all wheel
bolts. Check the torque every ten hours, until the wheel
bolts remain tight. After the first ten hours, check the
wheel bolts every 100 hours of operation.

LA26044

FIG. 75

06-28 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
Adjusting Rear Axle Wheel Tread
(Width)
FIG. 76: The rear wheel tread (width) is measured from
center to center of the rear tires at ground level.
The axle tread width can be adjusted in 152.4 mm (6 in)
units from 290 to 378.5 cm (114 to 149 in) according to
steering tire size.

LA06340

FIG. 76
Tread Adjustments
Number Tire Sizes
of holes
Showing 480/80R-30 23.1 X 26 620/75R-26 750/65R-26 28L X 26
per side

1 290 cm (144 in) 290 cm (114 in) 290 cm (114 in) 302 cm (119 in) 302 cm (119 in)
2 305 cm (120 in) 305 cm (120 in) 305 cm (120 in) 317 cm (125 in) 317 cm (125 in)
3 320 cm (126 in)* 320 cm (126 in) 320 cm (126 in) 332 cm (131 in) 332 cm (131 in)
4 335 cm (132 in)** 335 cm (132 in)* 335 cm (132 in)* 348 cm (137 in)* 348 cm (137 in)*
5 350 cm (138 in) 350 cm (138 in)** 350 cm (138 in)** 363 cm (143 in)** 363 cm (143 in)**
6 365 cm (144 in) 365 cm (144 in) 365 cm (144 in) 378 cm (149 in) 378 cm (149 in)
*Indicates the minimum tread for this tire size. The steering radius at this tread will be large.
**Indicates the minimum tread for the indicated tire where the maximum steering angle can be reached.

FIG. 77: Properly position the combine before beginning.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under the combine:
·Locate the combine on a flat, hard, level
surface.
·Put the transmission in neutral.
·Set the parking brake.
·Lower the header completely to the ground
or the floor.
·Turn off the engine and remove the start
key. J326008

·Locate a block in front of and a block FIG. 77

behind the front drive tires.

79032966 A Rev. 06-29

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 78: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1). Support the center section (2) with solid
wooden blocks or steel support stands (3) located equal
distances to the left-hand and the right-hand side of the
axle assembly pivot pin (4).

2 4

1
LA26087

FIG. 78
FIG. 79: The steering cylinder hoses (1) have enough
length for the widest tread setting.
As the extensions are moved outward, the hoses located
at the center of the axle permit the hoses to be
lengthened.

1
LA06341

FIG. 79
FIG. 80: As the extensions are moved inward or
outward, remove the hose clamp (1) to coil or lengthen
the hoses as needed.

LA26046

FIG. 80
FIG. 81: Remove the two capscrews (1), four clamp
washers (2), and the lock nuts locking the adjustable link 2
rod (3) in the steering link weldment (4).

3
1 4
LA26066

FIG. 81

06-30 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 82: Left-Hand - Remove the four lock nuts (1),
spacers, and capscrews fastening the left-hand cylinder
anchor bracket (2). Carefully lower the bracket with the 1
base end of the cylinder until the outer socket assembly
carries the weight.
2
Remove the three remaining lock nuts (3), spacers, and
the capscrews from the front side of the axle center
section (4) retaining the axle extension (5).
The axle extension and the adjustable link rod can now be
moved to reach the desired tread width.

m
WARNING: DO NOT extend the axle 3 5
extension assembly beyond six holes 4
LA06340
showing in the extension assembly.
FIG. 82

FIG. 83: Install the three spacers and the three

capscrews (1) from the front side of the axle center
section (4) to fasten the axle extension (5). 3
Loosely secure the three capscrews (1) using lock nuts.
From the front side of the axle, install the four capscrews 2
(3) through the axle center section.
Position the cylinder anchor bracket (2) with the cylinder
onto the four capscrews (3).
Install the four lock nuts to fasten the axle extension and
the cylinder anchor. Torque all of the lock nuts to 440 Nm
(325 lbf ft). 1 5
4
LA06340
Repeat the above procedure for the right-hand axle
extension. FIG. 83

IMPORTANT: Be sure that the left-hand and the

right-hand extensions have been extended
equally. There must be an equal number of holes
showing in each extension.
FIG. 84: Check that the link rod is adjusted for the proper
tire alignment. Install the two capscrews (1), four clamp 1
washers (2), and the lock nuts locking the adjustable link
2
rod (3) in the steering link weldment (4). Torque the lock
nuts to 52 Nm (39 lbf ft).
Refer to the Adjusting Rear Wheel Toe-in section and
check the toe-in.
Refer to the Axle Stop Adjustment section and check the
steering stops.

3 2
4
LA26066

FIG. 84

79032966 A Rev. 06-31

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 85: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) under the pivot pin centerline of the center
section (2). Remove the support stands (3).
Carefully lower the combine rear wheels to the ground.
Remove the lifting equipment from under the rear axle.

1
LA26087

FIG. 85

06-32 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
Adjusting Rear Wheel Toe-in
FIG. 86: Properly position the combine before beginning.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under the combine:
·Locate the combine on a flat, hard, level
surface.
·Put the transmission in neutral.
·Set the parking brake.
·Lower the header completely to the ground
or the floor.
·Turn off the engine and remove the start
key. J326008

·Locate a block in front of and a block FIG. 86

behind the front drive tires.

FIG. 87: The rear wheels must have the proper amount
of toe-in or steering control will be changed and excessive
tire wear will occur.
Position the rear wheels in the straight forward position.
Put a mark at the center of the tread on both tires.
Check the rear wheel toe-in by measuring the distance
between the two marks with the marks the same distance
above the ground as the center of the hub with the mark
toward the front of the combine. This is the front
measurement (B).
Rotate the tires 180 degrees so that the marks are B A
located the same distance above the ground as the
center of the hub with the mark to the rear of the combine.
Measure the distance between the two marks. This is the
rear measurement (A).
Subtract the front measurement from the rear
measurement to determine the current amount of toe-in.
Distance (A) minus distance (B) must be 4.8 to 11.2 mm
(0.19 to 0.44 in).
IMPORTANT: The distance at the rear (A) must be larger
than the distance at the front (B).
7a007a

FIG. 87

79032966 A Rev. 06-33

Standard Rear Axle

1 2 1

71369292

FIG. 88

FIG. 88: To adjust the toe-in, loosen the jam nuts (1) on
the tie rod assembly (2). Turn the tie rod assembly to
lengthen or to shorten the length of the assembly as
required reach the toe-in specification. Torque the jam
nuts (1) to 135 Nm (100 lbf ft).
Check to make sure each spindle arm stop contacts the
head of the stop capscrew in each extension assembly.
The stops must be set at full axle oscillation with 38 to 50
mm (1.5 to 2.0 in) clearance between the tire and nearest
contact point on the combine.
IMPORTANT: Refer to the Axle Stop Adjustment section
in this Division and check the steering stops.

Axle Stop Adjustment

FIG. 89: Properly position the combine before beginning.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under the combine:
·Locate the combine on a flat, hard, level
surface.
·Put the transmission in neutral.
·Set the parking brake.
·Lower the header completely to the ground
or the floor.
·Turn off the engine and remove the start
key. J326008

·Locate a block in front of and a block FIG. 89

behind the front drive tires.

06-34 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle

D-12626

FIG. 90

1 A

D-12625A

FIG. 91

FIGS. 90–91: With two holes (4) showing (each side), the IMPORTANT: Do not turn the wheels out. Turning the
axle comes assembled from the factory with full thread wheels out puts too large a load on the spindle
capscrews (1) as wheel stops. Each wheel stop is and does not help the turning radius.
adjusted to reach a dimension (A) of 50.0 mm (1.97 in) Lengthening out the axle before adjusting the
from the end of the wheel stop to the face of the C-frame. stops does help the turning radius.
The wheel stop is locked with a jam nut (3) and washers
(2).
The adjustable wheel stops can be set to take full
advantage of the maximum steering angle that is
available, unless the steering needs to be limited to
prevent tire interference.

79032966 A Rev. 06-35

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 92: Lift the right-hand end of the rear axle with
suitable lifting equipment (1) located under the axle to the
right of the pivot pin. Lift the right-hand outer end of the
rear axle until the axle center section (2) contacts the
right-hand oscillation stop.

1
2

LA26074

FIG. 92
FIG. 93: Support the rear of the combine with solid
wooden blocks or a steel support stand (1) located under
the right-hand and the left-hand side of the weldment 2
assembly (2).

1
LA26071

FIG. 93
FIG. 94: Turn the combine steering wheel to reach a full
right-hand turn.
Watch the inside leading edge of the right-hand tire and
the inside trailing edge of the left-hand tire. Be sure there
is 38 to 50 mm (1.5 to 2.0 in) clearance between the tire
and the nearest contact point on the combine. (Example:
Tailings Return Elevator)

LA26077

FIG. 94
FIG. 95: If adjustment is needed remove the wheel stop
(1) and washers. Install the wheel stop with out the
washers and turn the wheel stop completely in. Again, 1
turn the combine steering wheel to reach a full right-hand
turn.

LA26073

FIG. 95

06-36 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 96: Adjust the wheel stop (1) until the 38 to 50 mm
(1.5 to 2.0 in) clearance is reached between the tires and
the nearest contact point on the combine or until the
maximum steering angle is reached.
Determine the number of washers necessary to reach the 1
necessary clearance and add the washers to the wheel
stop.

LA26078

FIG. 96
FIG. 97: Turn the combine steering wheel to reach a full
left-hand turn.
Watch the inside leading edge of the left-hand tire and the
inside trailing edge of the right-hand tire. Be sure there is
38 to 50 mm (1.5 to 2.0 in) clearance between the tires
and the nearest contact point on the combine.
If necessary, adjust the wheel stop.

LA26082

FIG. 97
FIGS. 98–99: Slowly lower the right-hand outer end of the
rear axle until the combine is fully supported on the steel
support stands (1). Remove the lifting equipment and
locate the lifting equipment under the opposite side of the
axle.

LA26074

FIG. 98

LA26071

FIG. 99

79032966 A Rev. 06-37

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 100: Repeat the above procedure for full rear axle
oscillation against the left-hand axle oscillation stop.
If necessary, adjust the wheel stop (1) until the 38 to 50
mm (1.5 to 2.0 in) clearance is reached between the tires 1
and the nearest contact point on the combine or until the
maximum steering angle is reached.
Determine the number of washers necessary to reach the
necessary clearance and add the washers to the wheel
stop.

LA26085

FIG. 100
FIG. 101: Slowly lower the left-hand outer end of the rear
axle until the combine is fully supported on the steel
support stands. Remove the lifting equipment and locate
the lifting equipment under the pivot pin centerline of the
center section (2). Lift the rear of the combine with the
lifting equipment (1) and remove the support stands (3).
Carefully lower the combine rear wheels to the ground.
Remove the lifting equipment from under the rear axle. 3
2

1
LA26087

FIG. 101

Rear Wheel Bearing Lubrication and

Adjustment
FIG. 102: The spindle assemblies are designed for long
service life when the spindle assemblies and the steering 2
pin bushings are periodically lubricated and the rear
wheel spindle assemblies are cleaned on a regular 1
interval.
In most cases, complete disassembly of the rear wheel
spindle assemblies for bearing lubrication, bearing
replacement, steering pin and bushing replacement, and
thrust washer replacement will not be necessary.
Replacement can be required if the combine has had a
large amount of use or has been operated frequently in
extremely dusty, sandy or wet muddy field conditions.
The spindle assemblies (1) must be lubricated with Moly LA06360
EP Grease every 50 hours or weekly or more frequently FIG. 102
when operating in wet muddy field conditions.
The steering pin and bushings (2) must be lubricated
every 50 hours or weekly with Moly EP Grease until
grease is seen coming from the assembly.

06-38 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 103: Properly position the combine before
beginning.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under the combine:
·Locate the combine on a flat, hard, level
surface.
·Put the transmission in neutral.
·Set the parking brake.
·Lower the header completely to the ground
or the floor.
·Turn off the engine and remove the start J326008
key. FIG. 103
·Locate a block in front of and a block
behind the front drive tires.

FIG. 104: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1). Support the center section (2) with solid
wooden blocks or steel support stands (3) located equal
distance to the left-hand and the right-hand side of the
axle assembly pivot pin (4).

4
2 3

1
LA26087

FIG. 104

79032966 A Rev. 06-39

Standard Rear Axle
Removal

2 1

71408720A

FIG. 105

FIG. 105: Spindle assembly and related parts

1. Spindle Housing Assembly
2. Thrust Washer
3. Spindle Housing Support
4. Spindle Housing Anchor Pin
5. Bolt
FIG. 106: Remove the ten bolts (1) with hardened plain
washers fastening each rear wheel to a spindle. Remove
both wheel assemblies from the work area.

LA26044

FIG. 106

06-40 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 107: Remove the cotter pin locking the slotted nut
(1) fastening the cylinder socket assembly. Remove the
slotted nut from the socket assembly.
Remove the socket assembly from the spindle housing
assembly.

L913299

FIG. 107
FIG. 108: Remove the cotter pin locking the slotted nut
(1) fastening the link socket assembly. Remove the slotted
nut from the socket assembly.
Remove the socket assembly from the spindle housing
assembly.
1

L913301

FIG. 108
FIG. 109: Fasten suitable lifting equipment to the
support (1).
2
Remove the hardware fastening the support to the 1
extension (2). Remove the spindle housing and support
from the extension.
Locate the spindle housing and support on a suitable
work bench with the axle flange (3) of the spindle housing 3
facing down.
IMPORTANT: The spindle housing support can be
located in either of three settings (low,
intermediate, or high). Note the location before
removing the support from the extension
weldment.

P118812

FIG. 109

79032966 A Rev. 06-41

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 110: Fasten suitable lifting equipment to the spindle
housing support (3). Support the spindle assembly 1
support. 2
Remove the six capscrews (1) fastening the two steering
pins (2) to the support.

P118809

FIG. 110
FIG. 111: Remove the steering pins (1) from the spindle
assembly and spindle housing support.

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CAUTION: The spindle assembly is heavy
and awkward, keep fingers and hands away
from pinch points.
1

P118800

FIG. 111

FIG. 112: Catch the two thrust washers (2) as the

spindle housing support (1) is removed from the spindle 1
assembly (3).
2

P118796

FIG. 112

06-42 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
Disassembly

3
6
7

10
13
12
1
2
4

9 7
11
5

14
8
71408717_1A

FIG. 113

FIG. 113: Using a suitable puller, remove the two grease Clean the sealant from the contact surface of the cover
seals (8) from the housing. Discard the seals. (17) and of the housing (6).
Using a suitable puller, remove the two bushings (7) from Repeat the procedure for the opposite side.
the housing. Discard the bushings.
Remove the four capscrews (14) fastening the cover (13)
to the housing (6).
Remove the four capscrews (12) fastening the hardened
retaining washer (5) and the shims (11). Remove the
retaining washer and the shims from the spindle (1).
NOTE: The capscrews have been locked at the factory
with a high strength permanent retaining
compound. If necessary heat the capscrews to
release the retaining compound.
Locate the spindle assembly with the flange of the spindle
(1) down into a suitable press. Press the spindle from the
bearing cone (10) being careful to support the spindle
while being pressed from the housing. Remove the
bearing cone (10) from the housing.
Drive or press the bearing cups (4) and (9) from the
housing (6).
Pull the bearing cone (3) and the seal (2) from the
spindle. Discard the seal.

79032966 A Rev. 06-43

Standard Rear Axle
Assembly
FIG. 114: Wash all of the parts in a cleaning solvent,
then blow the parts dry with clean, dry compressed air.
Do not use rags for cleaning since lint will remain in and 2
on the parts.
3
IMPORTANT: Do not permit the bearing cones to rotate
while blowing the bearings dry with air as the 1
rotation can damage the bearing because of not
enough lubrication.
Be sure the sealant has been cleaned from the contact
surfaces of the cover (1) and of the housing (2). 3
Inspect the bearing cones, rollers, and the cups for wear
or pitting. Replace parts as necessary.
71408717_1A
Inspect the spindle bushings (3) for wear or pitting. FIG. 114
Replace parts as necessary.
FIG. 115: The spindle bushings have lubrication
passages (1) that do not extend completely from one end
of the bushing to another.

P118737

FIG. 115
FIG. 116: The spindle bushings (1) must be installed
with the lubrication passages located toward the middle of 1
the spindle housing.

P118724

FIG. 116

06-44 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 117: Using a suitable driver press the spindle
bushing into the spindle housing until flush or 0.4 mm
(0.016 in) below the shoulder in the spindle housing. 1

P118726

FIG. 117
FIG. 118: Position the grease seals (1) with the steel
cage to the inside. Using a suitable driver, press the two
grease seals into the housing until flush or 0.4 mm (0.016
in) below the face of the spindle housing.

P118728

FIG. 118
FIG. 119: Press the bearing cups (1) and (2) into the
spindle housing (3) with the wide edge of the cup facing
inward. Seat the cup against the shoulder of the spindle
housing.

2
1 3
D-12648

FIG. 119
FIG. 120: Locate the spindle (1) with the flange of the
spindle down on a suitable press.

P118745

FIG. 120

79032966 A Rev. 06-45

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 121: Apply Mobile HP grease to the lips of the seal
(1) immediately before assembly.

P118747

FIG. 121
FIG. 122: Locate the seal (2) over the shaft of the
spindle (1) with the case of the seal facing inward.

1
P118749

FIG. 122
FIG. 123: Press the seal (1) beyond the shoulder of the
spindle a distance (A) of 4.0 mm (0.157 in).

d-12649b

FIG. 123

06-46 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 124: Pack the spindle bearing cones with Mobile
HP grease.
NOTE: Machine packing the bearing cones is
recommended.
Locate the outer bearing cone (2) onto the spindle (1) with 1 2
the wide edge of the cone facing the shoulder.

P118754

FIG. 124
FIG. 125: Press the outer bearing cone (2) onto the
spindle (1) with the wide edge of the cone facing the
shoulder. Seat the cone against the shoulder of the
spindle. 1 2

P118756

FIG. 125
FIG. 126: Locate the spindle housing (1) on the spindle
(2). Add 0.71 kg (1.56 lbs) of Mobile HP grease to the 1
spindle housing.
Using suitable tape cover the openings (3) in the spindle
housing to prevent dirt from entering the spindle housing.

3
P118760

FIG. 126

79032966 A Rev. 06-47

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 127: Locate the inner bearing cone (1) in the
spindle housing on the spindle.
1

P118764

FIG. 127
FIG. 128: Press the inner bearing cone (1) onto the shaft
of the spindle at this time.
1

P118765

FIG. 128
FIG. 129: To determine the shim thickness required to
reach the correct bearing preload, use a depth gauge (1)
to measure the distance from the spindle shaft to the end
of the bearing cone. After this measurement is made
subtract 1.778 mm (0.007 in) from the measurement. This
number is the thickness of the shims needed to reach the 1
correct bearing preload.
IMPORTANT: The bearing preload specification is 1.778
mm (0.007 in).

P118768

FIG. 129
FIG. 130: After the correct shim thickness has been
determined, use a combination of shims (1) to reach the
required thickness.

P118772

FIG. 130

06-48 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 131: Install the shim pack, axle retaining washer
with the beveled edge facing away from the shaft, and the
capscrews.

P118774

FIG. 131
FIG. 132: Tighten the capscrews evenly.
Torque the capscrews to 315 Nm (230 lbf ft).

P118784

FIG. 132
FIG. 133: A special tool (1) for checking rolling torque
can be made from a spindle housing cover by welding a
suitable socket to the center of a spindle housing cover.

P118775

FIG. 133
FIG. 134: After the bearing preload has been set the
rolling torque of the spindle assembly must be checked.
The spindle assembly must rotate at 10.17 to 16.95 Nm
(90 to 150 lbf in) of torque. The assembled spindle
assembly must rotate smoothly with no binding, grinding,
or knocking.

P118780

FIG. 134

79032966 A Rev. 06-49

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 135: If the rolling torque is not correct, shims (1)
must be added or removed from the shim pack under the
retaining washer until the correct rolling torque is reached.

P118772

FIG. 135
FIG. 136: After the rolling torque has been set remove
the capscrews, shims, and retaining washer.
Clean and apply Primer N to the tapped holes in the axle
shaft and the threads on the capscrews.
Permit the Primer N to dry.
Apply high strength retaining compound on the threads of
the capscrews before installation.

P118781

FIG. 136
FIG. 137: Install the shim pack, axle retaining washer
with the beveled edge facing away from the shaft, and the
capscrews.

P118774

FIG. 137
FIG. 138: Tighten the capscrews evenly.
Torque the capscrews to 315 Nm (230 lbf ft).

P118784

FIG. 138

06-50 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 139: Apply clear 732 RV silicone sealant to the
contact surface of the spindle housing.

P118785

FIG. 139
FIG. 140: Install the spindle housing cover (2) with the
capscrews (1) removed during disassembly.

1 2

P118788

FIG. 140

Installation
FIG. 141: Remove the tape covering the openings in the
spindle housing and apply Mobile HP grease to the lips of
the seal and the bushing immediately before installation.

P118789

FIG. 141

79032966 A Rev. 06-51

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 142: Fasten suitable lifting equipment to the
support (1). Locate the support over the spindle housing 1
(3) and position the thrust washers (2) between the
support and spindle housing.
2

P118796

FIG. 142
FIG. 143: Install the steering pins (1) in the support,
locating the thrust washers as the pins are inserted into 1
the spindle assembly.

P118797

FIG. 143
FIG. 144: Install the six capscrews (1) fastening the two
steering pins (2) to the support (3).
2

3
1

P118809

FIG. 144

06-52 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 145: Torque the capscrews to 91 Nm (67 lbf ft).

P118808

FIG. 145
FIG. 146: Fasten suitable lifting equipment to the
support (1). Locate the support and spindle housing
assembly at the extension.
Fasten the support to the extension with the hardware
removed disassembly.
Torque the hardware to 610 Nm (450 lbf ft).

P118815

FIG. 146
FIG. 147: Install the link socket assembly into the spindle
housing assembly.
Install the slotted nut (1) on the socket assembly. Torque
the slotted nut to 360 Nm (265 lbf ft). Continue tightening
the nut if necessary until a slot aligns with the hole in the
stud of the socket assembly.
Insert a new cotter pin to lock the slotted nut (1). Spread 1
the ends of the cotter pin to fasten the pin.
IMPORTANT: Torque the slotted nuts on the socket
assemblies again after ten hours of operation.

L913301

FIG. 147
FIG. 148: Install the cylinder socket assembly into the
spindle housing assembly. 2
Install the slotted nut (1) on the socket assembly. Torque
the castle nut to 360 Nm (265 lbf ft). Continue tightening
the nut if necessary until a slot aligns with the hole in the
stud of the socket assembly.
Insert a new cotter pin to lock the slotted nut (1). Spread
the ends of the cotter pin to fasten the pin.
1
IMPORTANT: Torque the slotted nuts on the socket
assemblies again after ten hours of operation
(one days operation).
L913299

FIG. 148

79032966 A Rev. 06-53

Standard Rear Axle
Lubricate the upper and lower pivot pins (2) with Mobile
HP grease until grease can be seen coming from the
assembly.
FIG. 149: Position the wheel and rim assembly on the
spindle.
Install the wheel bolts (1) with hardened plain washers
fastening the rear wheel to the spindle.
Torque the wheel bolts to 542 Nm (400 lbf ft). After
operating for one hour, check the torque on all wheel
bolts. Check the torque every ten hours, until the wheel
bolts remain tight. After the first ten hours, check the
wheel bolts every 100 hours of operation. 1
Repeat the procedure for the opposite side.

LA26044

FIG. 149
FIG. 150: Lift the rear of the combine with lifting
equipment (1) under the pivot pin centerline of the center
section (2). Remove the support stands (3).
Carefully lower the combine rear wheels to the ground.
Remove the lifting equipment from under the rear axle.

2 3

1
LA26087

FIG. 150

Axle Removal and Disassembly

FIG. 151: Properly position the combine before
beginning.

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WARNING: Before working around or
under the combine:
·Locate the combine on a flat, hard, level
surface.
·Put the transmission in neutral.
·Set the parking brake.
·Lower the header completely to the ground
or the floor.
·Turn off the engine and remove the start J326008
key. FIG. 151
·Locate a block in front of and a block
behind the front drive tires.

06-54 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 152: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) located under the pivot pin centerline of the
center section (2). Lift the combine to a height where the 4
rear tires are clearing the floor (ground).
Support the rear of the combine with solid wooden blocks
or steel support stands (3) located under the left-hand
and the right-hand side of the weldment assembly (4). 1
The rear tires must be clearing the floor (ground).
NOTE: An alternate procedure to remove the axle 2
assembly from the combine can be to lift the rear
of the combine to where the axle assembly can
be lowered from the rear axle support weldment 3
and rolled out from under the combine on the J429006
wheels. FIG. 152
NOTE: Remove the load on the lifting equipment, but do
not remove the lifting equipment from under the
axle at this time.
FIG. 153: Remove the ten wheel bolts (1) with hardened
plain washers fastening each rear wheel to the spindle.
Remove both wheel and rim assemblies from the work
area.

LA26044

FIG. 153
FIG. 154: Remove the cotter pin locking each castle nut
(1) fastening the cylinder socket assemblies. Remove the
castle nut from both of the socket assemblies at the ends 1
of the cylinders.
Remove each cylinder from the anchor on the axle
assembly and the spindle arm using a ball joint or tie rod
separator. Leave the cylinders with the combine.
NOTE: It is not necessary to disconnect the hydraulic
lines from the steering cylinders if repair of the 1
cylinder is not needed.

L913299

FIG. 154

79032966 A Rev. 06-55

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 155: Remove the capscrew (1) fastening the hose
clamp (2) to the hitch weldment. Lay the hoses with the
clamp away from the work area.
1
2

LA26046

FIG. 155
FIG. 156: If the cylinders are not being removed from the
axle, label the supply hoses, rod end (1) hose and base
end (2) hose, and disconnect the hoses at the left-hand
cylinder. 1
Cap the fittings at the cylinders and the hoses to prevent 2
dirt from entering the hydraulics system. Capping the
cylinder fittings also keeps the wheels in the straight
forward position to help with removal.

LA26043

FIG. 156
FIG. 157: Disconnect the pivot pin lubrication line (1)
from the 90-degree elbow in the pivot pin. Locate the
lubrication line away from the work area.
Remove the 90-degree elbow from the pivot pin.

LA26045

FIG. 157
FIG. 158: Remove the six flange capscrews (1)
fastening the hitch weldment (2) to the rear axle support
weldment. Remove the hitch weldment from the support.
1

LA26048

FIG. 158

06-56 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 159: Lift the axle assembly with suitable lifting
equipment located under the pivot pin centerline of the
center section (1) until the weight is removed from the
pivot pin (2) supporting the axle assembly.

LA26069

FIG. 159
FIG. 160: Remove the capscrew (1) that fastens the axle
pivot pin in the front of the pivot block of the rear axle
support weldment (2). Using a steel drift located at the
front of the pivot pin, drive the pivot pin to the rear from the
support weldment and the center section.

m
CAUTION: The axle assembly is heavy and 1
awkward, keep fingers and hands away
from pinch points.
Use a drift or a steel bar to drive the pin
from the pivot holes.
2

Catch the two thrust washers as the axle assembly is

removed from the combine. Carefully and slowly lower the LA26051
axle assembly from the rear axle support. FIG. 160

79032966 A Rev. 06-57

Standard Rear Axle

11
4 6
3
2
9

6
8 6
5
3
6

10

1
6
71408725B

FIG. 161

FIG. 161: Remove the cotter pins and the slotted nuts Remove the six remaining lock nuts (5). Remove the
(6) from the socket assemblies on the tie rod assembly capscrews (9) and the spacers (8) from the front side of
(10). Use a ball joint or tie rod separator and remove the the axle center section (11) retaining the axle extensions
tie rod assembly from the arms of the spindle assemblies. (1) and (7).
If the cylinders were not removed from the axle, label the NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the axle assembly
hoses to the steering cylinders (3) before disconnecting or the axle extensions from the combine to
the hoses. Cap the ends of hoses and the ports of the replace the spindle assemblies and or the
cylinders to prevent contamination of the hydraulic spindle bushings in the spindle housings.
system.
Using suitable lifting equipment slide the axle extensions
Remove the cotter pins and slotted nuts (6) from the (1) and (7) out of the center section of the axle assembly.
socket assemblies. Remove the cylinders from the

m
spindle arm and the axle anchors (2) and (4) using a ball CAUTION: The axle center section and
extensions are heavy and awkward, keep
joint or tie rod separator.
fingers, hands, and feet away from pinch
Remove the eight lock nuts (5), spacers (8), and the points.
capscrews (9) fastening the cylinder anchor brackets (2)
and (4). Remove the brackets from the axle.
Carefully lower the bracket with the base end of the
cylinder until the weight is carried by the outer socket
assembly.

06-58 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 162: Fasten suitable lifting equipment to the spindle
housing support (3). Remove the six capscrews (1)
fastening the spindle housing support to the extension
weldment (2).
NOTE: If a spindle assembly is being removed, replaced 2
or the pivot bushings replaced in the spindle
housing, refer to the procedures found in Rear
Wheel Bearing Lubrication and Adjustment
section for removal.
IMPORTANT: The spindle housing support can be
located in either of three settings (low, 1
intermediate, or high). Note the location before
removing the support from the extension 3
weldment.
Remove the spindle assembly with the support from the 71408720B

extension weldment. FIG. 162

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CAUTION: The axle extensions and spindle
assembly with the support are heavy and
awkward, keep fingers, hands, and feet
away from pinch points.

Repeat the procedure for the opposite side.

Axle Assembly and Installation

FIG. 163: If the axle pivot bushings (1) were removed,
position the bearing spacer (4) in the center of the bearing
bore in the center section of the axle.
2 1 3
Install a bushing (1) at the front pivot tube bore in the
center section (2) and press the bushing to flush with the
bore. Repeat the procedure for the rear bushing.
Position the axle center section with the large holes (3) 4
(spacer holes) for fastening the axle extension facing
forward when the center section is located in the combine.

1
71389394

FIG. 163

79032966 A Rev. 06-59

Standard Rear Axle
FIGS. 164–165: Using suitable lifting equipment, position
the axle assembly (2) up into the combine rear axle
support assembly (1). Align the axle pivot bore with the 3
pivot pin mounting holes in the axle support.

m
CAUTION: The axle assembly is heavy and
awkward, keep fingers and hands away 6
from pinch points. Use a drift or a steel bar
to align the pivot holes.
1
NOTE: There is a top and bottom orientation when
looking at the axle center member as a single
part. The top has the shorter reinforcing bar and
the bottom of the axle assembly has the longer 4
reinforcing bar. 4
Be sure that the lubrication passage in axle pivot pin (3)
takes grease.
2
Apply a light layer of grease to the axle pivot pin and the 71410899A

two thrust washers (4). FIG. 164

Install the front thrust washer between the front of axle
support and the axle assembly. Align the washer with the
axle pivot. Locate the pivot pin at the front of the axle with 5
the grease fitting (5) facing to the rear. Align the pin
retaining hole with the hole in the axle support pivot block.
Drive the pivot pin from the front into the axle support,
through the front thrust washer and to just short of the
pivot pin passing through the axle assembly.
Install the rear thrust washer between rear of axle support
and the axle assembly. Align the washer with the axle
pivot. Continue to drive the pivot pin through the rear
thrust washer and into the rear pivot block of the axle
support. Drive the pin until the retaining hole in the pivot 71410899B
pin and the front pivot block are aligned. FIG. 165
Using a steel drift, align the front pivot pin and the support
bolt retaining holes. Insert the capscrew (6) and secure
the capscrew with a lock nut.
FIG. 166: Install the 90-degree fitting (2) in the rear of
the pivot pin and tighten until the fitting is facing to the
left-hand side of the machine.
Connect the pivot pin lubrication line (1) to the 90-degree
elbow in the pivot pin.
Lubricate the axle pivot pin until grease can be seen at
2
the thrust washers.

LA26045

FIG. 166

06-60 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 167: Locate the hitch weldment (2) on the rear axle
support weldment.
Install the six capscrews (1) fastening the hitch weldment 1
(2) to the support.

LA26048

FIG. 167
FIG. 168: Using suitable lifting equipmnet position the
spindle assembly with the support (3) to the extension
weldment (2). Align the holes with a drift.

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CAUTION: The axle extensions and spindle
assembly with the support are heavy and 2
awkward, keep fingers, hands, and feet
away from pinch points.

NOTE: If a spindle assembly was removed, refer to the

procedures found in the Rear Wheel Bearing
Lubrication and Adjustment section for 1
installation of the spindle assembly.
IMPORTANT: The spindle housing support can be 3
located in either of three settings (low,
intermediate, or high). Note the location before 71408720B
removing the support from the extension
weldment. FIG. 168

Install the six capscrews (1) fastening the spindle housing

support to the extension weldment. Tighten the
capscrews to 610 Nm (450 lbf ft) torque.
Repeat the procedure for the opposite side.

79032966 A Rev. 06-61

Standard Rear Axle

1 8 7
6 4 4 6

9 2 2
5 5 9
3 3

D-12625A

FIG. 169

FIG. 169: Label the right-hand (1) and the left-hand (7) Install the tie rod link assembly (8) and torque the slotted
axle extension assemblies. nuts to 360 Nm (265 lbf ft). Continue to tighten if
necessary until the slot aligns with the hole. Insert the
Install the extensions into the center section. Slide the
cotter pin.
extensions inward or outward, selecting the correct holes
to provide the desired steering wheel tread width. IMPORTANT: Torque the slotted nuts on the ball socket
joints again after 10 hours of operation.
Reference: Refer to the procedure found in Adjusting
Rear Axle Wheel Tread section. Position the hydraulic steering cylinders (3) with the rod
end fastened to the spindle arms. Torque the slotted nuts

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CAUTION: Use a drift or steel bar to align to 360 Nm (265 lbf ft). Continue to tighten if necessary
bolt holes. Keep fingers away from pinch until the slot aligns with the hole. Insert the cotter pin.
points.
IMPORTANT: The ports of the steering cylinders must be
Determine the position of the cylinder anchor bracket (2) within ten degrees of vertical.
for the desired tread width setting. Install the four
If the cylinders were removed from the combine, rotate
capscrews (4) with the spacers from the front side of the
the steering cylinder so that the hose fitting ports are at
center section to fasten an axle extension and the
the top of the cylinder barrel. Fasten the hydraulic steering
bracket.
hoses to the cylinders as labeled when disassembled.
Position the cylinder anchor bracket with the cylinder onto
IMPORTANT: Specifications, removal, installation,
the four capscrews (4). Install the four lock nuts (5) and
bleeding of air, and service for the cylinders can
torque the nuts to 440 Nm (325 lbf ft).
be found in the HYDRAULICS Division -
Install the three remaining the capscrews (6) with the Hydraulic Cylinders - Steering Cylinders section.
spacers from the front side of the center section to fasten
an axle extension.
Install the three lock nuts (9) and torque the nuts to 440
Nm (325 lbf ft).
Repeat the above procedure for the opposite extension.
IMPORTANT: Be sure that the left-hand and the
right-hand extensions have been extended
equally. There must be an equal number of holes
showing in each extension.

06-62 79032966 A Rev.

 Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 170: If the cylinders were not removed from the
axle, label the supply hoses; rod end (1) hose and base
end (2) hose. Connect the hoses at the left-hand cylinder.
1
2

LA26043

FIG. 170
FIG. 171: Locate the steering cylinder hoses with the
clamp (2) on the hitch weldment. Install the capscrew (1)
fastening the hose clamp (2) to the hitch weldment and
tighten the capscrew. 2
1

LA26046

FIG. 171
FIG. 172: Install the rear wheels onto the hubs and
secure each wheel assembly using ten wheel bolts with
hardened plain washers per wheel.
Torque the wheel bolts (1) to 542 Nm (400 lbf ft). After
operating for one hour, check the torque on all wheel
bolts. Check the torque every ten hours, until the wheel
bolts remain tight. After the first ten hours, check the
wheel bolts every 100 hours of operation.
Check to make sure the rear wheel toe-in is within 4.8 to
1
11.2 mm (0.19 to 0.44 in) and the axle stops are set
properly.
IMPORTANT: Refer to Adjusting Rear Wheel Toe-in
LA26044
section and check the toe-in.
FIG. 172
Refer to Axle Stop Adjustment section and check the
steering stops.

79032966 A Rev. 06-63

Standard Rear Axle
FIG. 173: Lift the rear of the combine with lifting
equipment (1) under the pivot pin centerline of the center 4
section (2). Remove the support stands (3) located under
the left-hand and the right-hand side of the frame
assembly (4).
Carefully lower the combine rear wheels to the ground
and remove the lifting equipment from under the rear axle. 1

3
2

J429006

FIG. 173
FIG. 174: Start the combine engine and remove the air
from the steering system before operating the combine.
IMPORTANT: The procedure for bleeding the air from the
steering cylinder system can be found in the
HYDRAULICS Division, Hydraulic Cylinders,
Steering Cylinders section.
Operate the combine and be sure that the steering
system functions properly.

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WARNING: NEVER operate the combine or
permit others to operate the combine
unless ALL SHIELDS supplied with the
combine and the combine's attachments
LA26043
are PROPERLY IN LOCATION.
FIG. 174
After operating the combine for a short period of time,
check for fluid leaks and correct any leaks found.

06-64 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
POWER REAR AXLE

POWER REAR AXLE - SINGLE SPEED

General Information
FIG. 175: The power rear axle (1) is an extension of the
combine hydrostatic propulsion drive system.
1
NOTE: Removal, installation, and service of the combine
hydrostatic propulsion system can be found in
the HYDRAULICS division of this manual.

D-8451
FIG. 175
FIG. 176: Power Rear Axle - The steering system uses
a fixed double rod steering cylinder (1) with two steering
tie rod assemblies (2) located on the front of the axle. The
left and right tie rods connect directly from the cylinder rod
through an inline socket assembly and to the steering arm
with a tapered stud socket assembly.
NOTE: Service of the steering cylinder can be found in
the HYDRAULICS division of this manual.
1 2

J505056
FIG. 176
FIG. 177: Steering is controlled through a power
steering control unit (1) located under the cab at the
bottom of the steering wheel and column assembly.
Hydraulic fluid is sent to the steering cylinder through this
unit to control the combine steering.
NOTE: Removal, installation, and service of the steering
control unit can be found in the HYDRAULICS 1
division of this manual.

H627015
FIG. 177

79032966 A Rev. 06-65

Power Rear Axle
Power Rear Axle Identification
FIG. 178: Be sure to correctly identify the power rear
axle when ordering repair parts.
An identification tag (1) is located on the right-hand rear 1
side of the axle extension containing the following;
Manufacturer........TUTHILL Transport Technologies
(MUD HOG®)
Serial No. XXXXXX

J505051
J505051
FIG. 178
FIG. 179: The power rear axle serial number (1) is
stamped on the top right-hand rear of the axle center
member assembly.
Serial No. XXXXXX 1

D-8451
FIG. 179

Power Rear Axle Wheel Motor

Identification
FIG. 180: Right-hand Shown - An identification tag (1)
is located above the steering arm mounting pad on the
right front top surface containing several numbers for
properly identifying the wheel motor.
Left-hand - An identification tag is located above the 1
steering arm mounting pad on the left rear top surface.
Be sure to correctly identify the wheel motor when
ordering repair parts.

J505052

FIG. 180

06-66 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 181: On the first line of the tag is the manufacturer.
On the second line is the Poclain commercial code
identifying the axle. On the third line is the Poclain part
number followed by the TUTHILL Transport Technologies
(MUD HOG®) part number. On line four is the unit
number followed by the Poclain serial number.
• Manufacturer…………….POCLAIN HYDRAULICS
• XXXXX-X-XXX-XXX-XXXX-XXX - Commercial Code
• P/No. XXXXXXXXXX - Poclain Part Number Rev.
XXXXXX - TUTHILL Transport Technologies Part
Number
• No. XXX / SNo. XXXXXX - Poclain Serial Number D-8445

FIG. 181

Power Rear Axle Performance

FIG. 182: For the best performance use the power rear
axle AT All Times when working in the field
The operator will have these advantages:
1. The propulsion drive will be operating at lower system
pressures, helping to extend the life of the hydrostatic
transmission.
2. The operator will have better steering control by
engaging the rear wheels.
3. The temperature of the hydrostatic oil will normally be
lower as a result of running the combine at lower
system pressures.
H508032
FIG. 182
FIG. 183: The power rear axle equipped combine has
more overall traction to help get through difficult field
conditions such as heavy mud or soft sandy soil.
The operator will also be able to keep better steering
control in slippery conditions or on hill sides. Even in less
muddy conditions with all four wheels driving, the
machine will move through the field with less rutting.

MB10486
FIG. 183

79032966 A Rev. 06-67

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 184: The power rear axle (1) is an extension of the
combine hydrostatic propulsion drive system.
1
When the power rear axle is engaged, the Equa-Trac II 3
valve (2) sends some of the oil flow from the hydrostatic
pump to the rear wheel motors (3) in the power rear axle
system. The oil flows the route where resistance is the
least until the hydrostatic pressure is balanced between
the hydrostatic motor on the main transmission and the
rear wheel motors.

2
D-8451
FIG. 184
FIG. 185: The cam lobe rear wheel motors have a fixed
displacement so the amount of wheel torque generated is
determined only by hydrostatic pressure.
As long as all four wheels have good traction, the pump
will provide enough flow at the pressure required to keep
a desired speed.

H508032
FIG. 185
FIG. 186: If one or both of the front wheels start to lose
traction, most of the oil will flow to the hydrostatic motor on
the main transmission and pressure to the rear wheels
will be reduced. The front wheels must have traction in
order to get the most help from the rear wheels.
Loss of traction at the front wheels can be stopped or
reduced by shifting to the next higher gear to reduce the
amount of torque at the front wheels, or by lightly applying
the brakes.

J505112

FIG. 186
FIG. 187: Type and size of tire used changes front tire
traction. Because of the many variations in soil types and
operating conditions that can change from day to day no
one tire will work for all conditions.

J505050

FIG. 187

06-68 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Travel on Public Roads
The operator can switch the power rear axle off to reach
higher road speeds. The cam lobe motors automatically
free wheel when the power rear axle is disengaged.
There is no limit to the distance the machine can be
driven on the road at one time.

Power Rear Axle Electrical

Components And Controls
FIG. 188: The power rear axle can be engaged by use of
a switch (1) located in the right hand seat mounted control
console.
Electrical current moves from the ignition switch through a
10 amp fuse to the switch.
When the switch is ON, power is sent to the solenoid
valve at the Equa-Trac II valve mounted on the axle.

1
P0102118
FIG. 188
FIG. 189: There is only one wire (1) to the solenoid
valve. 3
The electrical circuit from the ON-OFF switch on the
console is routed down to the solenoid (2) on the
Equa-Trac II valve (3) and connected by a ring terminal
and nut (4).
A quick check can be done to make sure that the wires
are properly connected. With the ignition switch ON, have
an assistant turn the switch ON (do not start the engine).
You will hear a noise when the solenoid engages 1 4
indicating the solenoid is working properly. 2
D-6345

FIG. 189
FIG. 190: The solenoid valve contains a 12 volt coil (1)
which engages a plunger within a cartridge (2) when
energized. 3 1
Passages (3) in the cartridge are opened or closed by the
movement of the plunger. The valve sends charge
pressure oil, supplied by the combine charge pump, to a
selector spool within the Equa-Trac II valve through an
internal shuttle spool. No external charge pressure hose
is used.
When the solenoid coil is energized, charge pressure oil
is sent through the open passages in the cartridge to one 2
end of the selector spool. The charge pressure oil moves
the selector spool toward an engaged or ON position to D-6344
operate the power rear axle system. When the solenoid FIG. 190
valve coil is not energized, the charge pressure oil moves
the selector spool toward a disengaged or OFF position.

79032966 A Rev. 06-69

Power Rear Axle
Power Rear Axle Hydrostatic Circuits
Description
High Pressure 379 to 476 bar (5500 to 7000 psi)
FIG. 191: High pressure hoses carry hydraulic fluid
under high system pressure 414 bar (6000 psi) to provide
wheel motor torque.
All high pressure hoses are four spiral wire twist. High
pressure replacement hoses must always be four spiral
wire twist.

m
CAUTION: NEVER replace high pressure
hoses with two or three spiral wire braid
hoses. These types of hoses are NOT
designed to withstand the high operating
pressures in a hydrostatic system.

J505082

FIG. 191

Wheel Motors to Equa-Trac II Valve

FIG. 192: When looked at the power rear axle from the
rear of the machine the rear hoses (2) on top of each rear
wheel motor carry high pressure oil to the wheel motors
for forward operation of the combine.
The front hoses (3) carry high pressure oil to the wheel
motors for reverse operation of the combine. 3

2
J505064

FIG. 192
FIG. 193: The forward motor hoses (2) connect to the
bottom outlet fittings on the Equa-Trac II valve.
The reverse motor hoses (3) connect to the top outlet
fittings on the Equa-Trac II valve.
The Equa-Trac II valve (1) supplies equal traction in both 3
forward and reverse operation modes.

2
J505057

FIG. 193

06-70 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Equa-Trac II Valve to the Main Hydrostatic
Transmission
FIG. 194: Manifold adapter blocks, (1) and (2), installed
on the propulsion pump work ports provide high pressure 4
outlets for the power rear axle. The high pressure hose (3)
from the propulsion pump rear work port A, (5), must be
connected to the left-hand inlet port, on the Equa-Trac II 6 1
valve.
The high pressure hose (4) from the propulsion pump
front work port B, (6), must be connected to the right-hand
inlet port located directly above the solenoid on the
Equa-Trac II valve.
5
3 2

J505107
FIG. 194
FIG. 195: Selecting the wrong high pressure port at the
hydrostatic pump or Equa-Trac II valve will cause the rear
wheels to have the opposite rotation to that of the front
wheels. If this occurs switch the hoses at the pump or
valve to correct the rotation direction.

J505057

FIG. 195

Case Drain Return 0 to 275.8 kPa (0 to

40 psi)
Motors to Equa-Trac II Valve
FIG. 196: The case drain return lines, (1) and (2), carry
rear wheel motor leakage and solenoid valve drain oil 1
back to the hydraulic reservoir (3). A case drain hose
connects to each rear wheel motor and to the tee fittings
(4) on the right-hand side of the Equa-Trac II valve.

2 4
3
D-6347

FIG. 196

79032966 A Rev. 06-71

Power Rear Axle
Equa-Trac II Valve to Reservoir
FIG. 197: The drain hose (3) connects to the tee fitting
on the right-hand side of the Equa-Trac II valve and to a
tee fitting located in the hydraulic system return line (1) to
the reservoir (2). 1

J505066
FIG. 197

Power Rear Axle Operation Description

The power rear axle uses hydraulic oil flowing at three
different pressures: charge pressure, system pressure,
and motor case drain (return) pressure.

Charge Pressure 2.7 to 2.9 mPa (392 to 420 psi)

FIG. 198: Charge pressure is generated by the fixed
displacement charge pump drive off of the main
hydrostatic propulsion pump.
There is always charge pressure on the return side of the
hydrostatic circuit. For example, in the forward operating
mode there is system pressure oil in the forward valve
cavity and charge pressure oil in the reverse cavity.

J505072
FIG. 198

System Pressure 414 bar (6000 psi) working

pressure
FIG. 199: System operating pressure is generated by
the variable displacement propulsion pump and is sent to
the fixed displacement motors at the transmission and
rear wheels.
The high pressure oil flow divides at the manifold adapter
blocks (1) with part of the oil flowing to the hydrostatic
motor on the transmission and the remainder flowing to
the Equa-Trac II valve. At the Equa-Trac II valve the flow is
again divided to each of the rear wheel motors. 1

J505107
FIG. 199

06-72 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
System OFF - Forward or Reverse
FIG. 200: When the rear wheel drive system is OFF and
the main hydrostatic transmission is in neutral, charge
pressure of 2.7 to 2.9 mPa (392 to 420 psi) above case
pressure from the charge pump is supplied to the
Equa-Trac II valve through an internal shuttle spool.
Charge pressure holds the main selector spool of the
Equa-Trac II valve in the disengaged position. This stops
the flow of high pressure oil to the rear wheel motors.
If the main hydrostatic transmission is in the forward or
reverse operation mode, high pressure will reach the
Equa-Trac II valve, but the pressure in all hoses between
the Equa-Trac II valve, wheel motors, and reservoir will
remain at 34.4 to 103.4 kPa (5 to 15 psi) case drain P0102118
pressure. FIG. 200

System ON - Forward
FIG. 201: When the power rear axle system is in the ON
mode, the solenoid coil at the Equa-Trac II valve is
energized.
Charge pressure oil in the reverse supply hose moves the
selector spool in the valve toward the engaged position.
After the first flow of charge pressure oil to the wheel
motors, additional movement of the selector spool opens
ports connected to the forward side of the propulsion drive
pump through the high pressure hoses.
The high pressure oil flow is divided equally between the
two rear wheel motors as the oil passes through the
forward flow divider spool within the Equa-Trac II valve. Oil
flow returns from the rear wheel motors at charge P0102118
pressure and passes through the reverse side of the FIG. 201
Equa-Trac II valve and back to the propulsion drive pump.
Case drain return oil flows from the rear wheel motors and
Equa-Trac II valve back to the hydraulic reservoir.

System ON - Reverse
FIG. 202: Oil flow in the reverse mode is similar to the oil
flow in the forward mode, except that the flow of oil in the
high pressure lines flows in the opposite direction.
High pressure oil is sent from the reverse side of the
hydrostatic pump to the reverse inlet port of the Equa-Trac
II valve. The oil then flows through the reverse flow divider
spool in the valve, and is divided equally between the rear
wheel motors.
Oil flow returns from the forward inlet ports of the rear
wheel motors at charge pressure and passes through the
forward side of the Equa-Trac II valve, and back to the 1
propulsion drive pump.
P0102118
Case drain return oil flows from the rear motors and
Equa-Trac II valve back to the hydraulic reservoir. FIG. 202

79032966 A Rev. 06-73

Power Rear Axle
Steering Cylinder Operation
FIG. 203: The RWA rear axle is equipped with one
cylinder. The cylinder is hydraulic, double acting type, and
is located in front of the rear axle of the combine.

1
D-7690

FIG. 203

Steering Cylinder Removal

FIG. 204: Remove the cotter pins and slotted nuts (1) off
of the outer tie rods (2).

1
H919009

FIG. 204
FIG. 205: Crack the hydraulic fittings (1) to relieve any
hydraulic pressure in the hydraulic lines and cylinders, 1
then disconnect the hoses at the cylinder and cap the 1
hose ends and the cylinder ports.
NOTE: Label the hoses before disconnecting to aid in
assembly.
Remove the eight bolts (2) fastening the hydraulic cylinder
to the combine frame.
Remove the cylinder assembly from the combine.

2
J113005
FIG. 205

06-74 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 206: Remove the outer tie rod assemblies (1) from
the steering cylinder.
Using the flats (3) on the cylinder rod and the hex on the 1
ball joint (2), remove the ball joints from the cylinder rods.

3
2
M726582

FIG. 206

79032966 A Rev. 06-75

Power Rear Axle
Steering Cylinder Installation
To install the steering cylinder on the rear axle of the
machine, continue as follows:
FIG. 207: Install the outer tie rod assemblies (1) onto the
steering cylinder.
Apply Loctite 271 to the threads in the cylinder rod ends. 1
Using the flats (3) on the cylinder rod and the hex on the
ball joint (2), thread the ball joints into the end of the
cylinder rods.
Torque the ball joints to 369 to 410 Nm (272 to 302 ft lbs).

3
2
M726582

FIG. 207
FIG. 208: Install the steering cylinder onto the combine
and install the eight bolts (2) that fasten the cylinder to the 1
combine frame. Tighten all hardware. 1
Install the hydraulic hoses (1) and tighten all fittings.

2
J113005
FIG. 208
FIG. 209: Be sure the tapered studs on the ball sockets
and the tapered holes in the steering arms are clean and
not worn.
Install the tapered stud of the ball socket (2) into the
steering arm. Install the slotted nut (1) until the tapered
stud is just starting to seat. 2
Torque the slotted nuts to 109 to 136 Nm (80 to 100 lbs ft).
Continue tightening until a slot in the slotted nut lines up
with the hole in the tapered stud for the cotter pin. Install
the cotter pins. Do not loosen the slotted nut to install the
cotter pin.
Bleed air from the steering hydraulic system by following 1
H919009
the procedure shown in this section.
FIG. 209

Bleeding Steering Cylinder and Lines

After servicing of the steering cylinder or the hydraulic
lines, any air that is contained in the hydraulic system
must be bled in order to provide smooth and fast
operation of the steering system.

06-76 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 210: Properly position the combine before
beginning to bled the steering cylinders and lines.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under combine:

• Locate combine on a flat, hard, level surface.

• Put transmission in neutral.
• Set parking brake.
• Lower header completely to the ground or floor.
• Turn off engine and remove start key.
• Put block in front of and behind front drive J326008
tires. FIG. 210
FIG. 211: To bleed the steering cylinder or the hydraulic
lines, continue as follows:
Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting equipment 4
(1) and support the center section (2) with blocks or steel
support stands (3) located equal distances on the left and
right sides of the axle assembly pivot pin (4).
Start the engine and turn the steering wheel as if making 1
a right hand turn until the left-hand steering cylinder rod is
completely retracted and the right-hand steering cylinder 2
rod is completely extended. 3
Next, turn the steering wheel as if making a left hand turn
until the left-hand steering cylinder rod is completely
extended and the right-hand steering cylinder rod is
J505113
completely retracted.
FIG. 211
Repeat these steps until the steering cylinder operates
smoothly and quickly in both directions.
FIG. 212: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) under the pivot pin center line of the center
section (2) and remove the support stands (3).
Carefully lower the combine rear wheels to the ground
and remove lifting equipment from under the rear axle.

2
3

J505113
FIG. 212

79032966 A Rev. 06-77

Power Rear Axle
Rear Wheel Lug Nut Torque
FIG. 213: Power Rear Axle - A combine equipped with
the power rear axle uses ten lug nuts per wheel.
Torque lug nuts (1) to 406 Nm (300 ft lbs).
After operating for one hour, check the torque on all lug
1
nuts and bolts. Again at ten hours of operation, check to
make sure the nuts and bolts have held the correct torque
specification until they remain tight. Thereafter, check the
lug nuts and bolts every 100 hours of operation.

J505049
FIG. 213

Rear Wheel Motor Axle Bearings

FIG. 214: The outer axle bearing (1) of each rear wheel
is lubricated with grease in a sealed cavity (1).
The hydraulic oil in the wheel motor case lubricates the
inside axle bearing (2) of each rear wheel motor. 1
No maintenance is required on either bearing. 2

D-8428a

FIG. 214

Wheel Motor Steering Pin Bushings

FIG. 215: The power rear axle assemblies are designed
for long service life if the steering pin bushings are
periodically lubricated and the rear wheel drive axle is
cleaned on a regular schedule.
Complete disassembly of the rear wheel drives for
replacement of the steering pins bushings (1) and thrust
washers (2) will not be necessary unless the combine and
rear wheel drive axle has had a large amount of use and
has been operated frequently in extremely dusty, sandy,
or wet and muddy field conditions without the rear wheel
drives being cleaned and the steering pins lubricated on a
regular schedule.

1 2
D-8448

FIG. 215

06-78 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Every 50 Hours of Operation
FIG. 216: Grease the steering pin bushings with high
quality bearing grease into the upper and lower grease
fittings (1) located at each wheel motor bushing in the
front support housing until grease comes out of the seal
area.
The grease will enter into the inside diameter of the
bushings and grease slots of the thrust washers to
provide proper lubrication for the steering movement of
the rear wheel motor assembly.
1

J505059

FIG. 216

Adjusting Rear Axle Wheel Tread Width

Rear wheel tread width is measured from the center of
the left-hand rear tire at ground level to the center of the
right-hand rear tire at ground level.
The axle tread width can be adjusted in 152.4 mm (6 in)
units from 304.8 to 365.8 cm (120 to 144 in) with 18.4 X
26 R1/R2 steering tires.

Tread Adjustments
Number of holes Tire Size
Showing per Side
18.4 X 26
0 * 304.8 cm (120 in)
1 318.3 cm (126 in)
2 335.3 cm (132 in)
3 350.5 cm (138 in)
4 365.8 cm (144 in)
* Indicates minimum tread for this tire size.

FIG. 217: Properly position the combine before

beginning to adjust tread width.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under combine:

• Locate combine on a flat, hard, level surface.

• Put transmission in neutral.
• Set parking brake.
• Lower header completely to the ground or floor.
• Turn off engine and remove start key.
• Put block in front of and behind front drive J326008
tires. FIG. 217

79032966 A Rev. 06-79

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 218: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) and support the center section (2) with
blocks or steel support stands (3) located equal distances
on the left and right sides of the axle assembly pivot pin 4
(4).

1
2
3

J505113
FIG. 218
FIG. 219: Wheel motor hoses (1) have enough length to
use the widest tread setting.
As the axle extension is moved outward, a clamp (2) 1
supporting the hoses must be moved to permit the hoses
to unwind. 2

J505079
FIG. 219
FIG. 220: Left-hand Axle - Remove the two capscrews
(1), two tie rod half clamps (2), two spacers, and lock nuts
locking each adjustable tie rod (3) in the steering link 3
weldment (4).
2

4
1
J505085
FIG. 220

06-80 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 221: Remove the outer four hex flange nuts (1) and
spacers fastening the left-hand extension (2) in the axle
center member. Remove the four capscrews from the rear 5 2
side of the axle center section (5) retaining the axle
extension (2).
IMPORTANT: Remove the hardware from one side of the 3
axle only. The hardware fastening the axle
extension also supports the steering cylinder
support bracket. Adjusting one extension at a
time will permit the cylinder support bracket to
remain fastened with the existing hardware.
Remove the three hex flange nuts (4) fastening the axle
extension and cylinder mount (3). 4 1
J505092
Remove the three capscrews from the rear side of the
axle center section (5) retaining the axle extension (2) and FIG. 221
cylinder mount (3).
NOTE: At 350.5 cm (138 in) only the outer two cylinder
support bracket capscrews need to be removed
to adjust the axle out to 365.8 cm (144 in) or to
adjust the tread down to 350.5 cm (138 in) from
365.8 cm (144 in).
The axle extension can now be moved in 76.2 mm (3 in)
units to reach the desired tread width.

m
WARNING: DO NOT extend the axle
extension assembly beyond four holes
showing in the extension assembly. At the
minimum of 304.8 cm (120 in) zero holes are
showing. At the maximum of 365.8 cm (144
in) four holes will be showing.

FIG. 222: Install the four outer capscrews from the rear
side of the axle center section (1) to hold axle extension
(2). 1 2
Install the four hex flange lock nuts (3) with spacers under
the nuts and torque to 360 Nm (265 ft lbs).
5
Insert the three capscrews from the rear side of the axle
center section (1) to hold the axle extension (2) and the
cylinder anchor (5). Install the three hex flange nuts and
torque nuts to 360 Nm (265 ft lbs).
Repeat the above procedure for the right-hand axle
extension.
3
IMPORTANT: Make sure that the left-hand and 4
right-hand extensions have been extended J505092
equally. There must be an equal number of holes FIG. 222
showing in each extension.

79032966 A Rev. 06-81

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 223: Adjust the left and right tie rod assemblies and
install the two capscrews (1) with spacers under the
heads of the capscrews, two clamp washers (2), and lock 3
nuts locking each adjustable link rod (3) in the steering
link weldment (4). Torque lock nuts to 81 to 108 Nm (60 to 2
80 ft lbs).
IMPORTANT: Make sure that the left-hand and
right-hand tie rod assemblies have been
extended equally. There must be an equal
number of holes showing in each inner tie rod
tube.
NOTE: After adjusting the rear axle wheel tread width the 4
rear wheel toe-in and steering stops must be 1
adjusted. J505085

Refer to the ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL TOE-IN section FIG. 223

in this division of the manual and check the toe-in
adjustment.
Refer to the STEERING STOP ADJUSTMENT section in
this division of the manual and check the steering stop
adjustment.

Adjusting Rear Wheel Toe-In

FIG. 224: Properly position the combine before
beginning to adjust toe-in.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under combine:

• Locate combine on a flat, hard, level surface.

• Put transmission in neutral.
• Set parking brake.
• Lower header completely to the ground or floor.
• Turn off engine and remove start key.
• Put block in front of and behind front drive J326008
tires. FIG. 224
FIG. 225: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) and support the center section (2) with
blocks or steel support stands (3) located equal distances 4
on left and right sides of the axle assembly pivot pin (4).

1
2

3
J505113
FIG. 225

06-82 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 226: The rear wheels must have the proper amount
of toe-in or steering control will be changed and excessive
tire wear will occur. B
Position the rear wheels in the straight forward position.
Put a mark at the center of the tread on both tires.
Check the rear wheel toe-in by measuring the distance
between the two marks with the marks the same distance
above the ground as the center of the hub with the marks
toward the front of the combine. This is the front
measurement (B).
Rotate the tires 180 degrees so that the marks are
located the same distance above the ground as the A
center of the hub with the marks to the rear of the
D-6348
combine. Measure the distance between the two marks.
This is the rear measurement (A). FIG. 226
Subtract the front measurement from the rear
measurement to determine the current amount of toe-in.
The distance (A) minus the distance (B) must be 6.3 to
9.5 mm (0.25 to 0.375 in).
IMPORTANT: The distance at the rear (A) must be larger
than the distance at the front (B).
FIG. 227: Make sure that the steering cylinder (1) is in
the middle of the steering cylinder’s stroke.
Measure the distance, the left (A) and right (B) cylinder
rods are extended beyond the heads of the cylinder.
With an assistant, turn the steering wheel in the cab until
the distances are equal (DO NOT start the engine).

B 1 A
D-8450

FIG. 227

3 4 3
D-8451

FIG. 228

79032966 A Rev. 06-83

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 228: If the number of threads that can be seen
beyond the jam nut (3) are not equal to the number of
threads that can be seen beyond the jam nut on the
opposite tie rod assembly, adjust the tie rod assemblies to
have equal length assemblies.
To adjust the tie rods, loosen the two jam nuts (3) on each
tie rod assembly (4). Turn one or both tie rod assemblies
to lengthen or shorten as required to have equal length
assemblies.
To set the toe-in, turn each tie rod assembly an equal
number of turns to lengthen or shorten the length of the
assemblies as required to reach the correct toe-in of 6.3
to 9.5 mm (0.25 to 0.375 in). Torque each jam nut to 150
to 175 Nm (110 to 130 ft lbs) against the tie rod assembly.
Check to make sure each outer C-frame (1) contacts the
head of the stop capscrew (2) in each steering arm when
the steering cylinder is fully extended to the left and right.
IMPORTANT: Refer to the STEERING STOP
ADJUSTMENT section in this division of the
manual and check the steering stops.

Checking and Tightening Rear Wheel

Tie Rod Ends
FIG. 229: The tapered ball sockets (1) at the end of both
tie rod assemblies must be tight at all times.
After installation, the tapered ball sockets must be
checked about every four hours the first day. Then every 1
day the first week. Torque the tie rod tapered ball socket
slotted nuts to 108 to 135 Nm (80 to 100 ft lbs).
In time the tapered surface work hardens and can not be
tightened.

J505086
FIG. 229

Wheel Stop Adjustment

FIG. 230: The adjustable wheel stops (1) need to be set
to take full advantage of the maximum steering angle that
is available. The steering needs to be limited to prevent
tire interference with the combine.

J505088

FIG. 230

06-84 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 231: Properly position the combine before
beginning to adjust the cylinder and the stops.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under the combine:
Locate the combine on a flat, hard, level
surface.
Put the transmission in neutral.
Set the parking brake.
Lower the header completely to the ground
or the floor.
Turn off the engine and remove the start J326008
key. FIG. 231
Put a block in front of and a block behind
the front drive tires.

FIG. 232: The axle comes assembled from the factory

with full thread cap screws (1). Six hardened flat washers
(2) are located against the head of the cap screw followed
by a jam nut. The jam nut is tightened securely to clamp
the washers. Thread the stop assembly into each C-frame
and torque to 135 to 163 Nm (100 to 120 ft lbs).
The adjustable wheel stops need to be set to take full
advantage of the maximum steering angle that is 1
available. The steering needs to be limited to prevent tire
interference.
To adjust the steering stops, if necessary, continue as
follows:
2

MB10503
FIG. 232
FIG. 233: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) and support the center section (2) with
blocks or steel support stands (3) located equal distances 4
on left and right sides of the axle assembly pivot pin (4).
Turn the combine steering wheel to reach a full left and
right-hand turn.
1
2

3
J505113
FIG. 233

79032966 A Rev. 06-85

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 234: Adjust the axle stop bolt (1) until 38 to 50 mm
(1.5 to 2.0 in) clearance is reached between the tires and
the nearest contact point on the combine or until the
maximum steering angle is reached.
With the head of the stop bolt touching the steering arm,
determine the number of washers to be added to or
removed from the stop bolt assembly to reach the
clearance desired.
1
Add one washer more than the minimum and clamp the
washers with the jam nut. Torque the stop bolt assembly
to 135 to 163 Nm (100 to 120 ft lbs).

MB10494

FIG. 234
FIG. 235: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) and remove the blocks or steel support
stands (3) supporting the center section (2).
Carefully lower the combine rear wheels to the ground.
Remove the lifting equipment from under the rear axle.
1
2

3
J505113
FIG. 235

Tire Clearance
FIG. 236: There must be a minimum of 38 to 50 mm (1.5
to 2.0 in) of tire clearance between the tires and the
nearest contact point on the combine at all times.
To determine if the combine has enough tire clearance
back the right-hand steering tire up a suitable ramp with 2
the left-hand steering tire remaining on the ground, until 1
the axle center section (1) contacts the oscillation stop
(2).
Set the parking brake, put the transmission in neutral, put
blocks in front of and behind the front tires.
With the combine rear axle under full oscillation turn the
combine steering tires to maximum left and right turns.

MB10453

FIG. 236

06-86 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 237: Watch the inside edge of the right-hand tire
and the inside edge of the left-hand tire.
IMPORTANT: There must be a minimum of 38 to 50 mm
(1.5 to 2.0 in) of tire clearance between the tires
and the nearest contact point on the combine at
all times.
Repeat the procedure for the left-hand steering tire.

MB10465
FIG. 237

Axle Removal
FIG. 238: Properly position the combine before
beginning to remove the power rear axle assembly.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under combine:

• Locate combine on a flat, hard, level surface.

• Put transmission in neutral.
• Set parking brake.
• Lower header completely to the ground or floor.
• Turn off engine and remove start key.
• Put block in front of and behind front drive J326008
tires. FIG. 238
FIG. 239: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) located under the pivot pin center line of
the center section until the weight is removed from the
rear wheels and tires.
Support the rear of the combine with blocks or steel 3
support stands (2) located under the left and right sides of
the auger housing frame weldment assembly (3).
NOTE: Remove the load on the lifting equipment, but do
not remove the lifting equipment from under the 1
axle center section at this time.

2
J505115

FIG. 239

79032966 A Rev. 06-87

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 240: Remove the ten lug nuts (1) fastening each
rear wheel to the hub and remove both the wheel and rim
assemblies from the work area.
1

J505049
FIG. 240
FIG. 241: Label the steering supply hoses, right (1) and
left (2), and remove the hoses from the steering cylinder.
2

J505084

FIG. 241
FIG. 242: Remove the nut fastening the electrical wire to
the solenoid (1) on the Equa-Trac II valve (2).
Remove the plastic ties fastening the wire to the axle
components and remove the wire from the work area.
2
1

J505082
FIG. 242

06-88 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 243: Label the valve assembly supply hoses,
reverse (1) and forward (2), and remove the hoses from
the Equa-Trac II valve. 3
Label the case drain hose (3) and remove the hose from
the Equa-Trac II valve.
Cap the ends of the hoses and ports to prevent
contamination of the hydraulic system. 2
IMPORTANT: Having a clean area is necessary when
installing or servicing hydraulic components.
When removing hydraulic components, areas
around the connections must be cleaned or
washed with solvent so that contamination will 1
not enter the system. Always keep hoses,
J505095
connections, and ports closed with a cap to keep
contamination out of the system. FIG. 243
Remove any clamps or plastic ties fastening the hoses
from the Equa-Trac II valve to the wheel motors to the
combine.
FIG. 244: Remove the four capscrews and hex flange
top lock nuts (1) fastening the Equa-Trac II valve and
valve mounting bracket (2) to the rear axle support (3).
Remove the Equa-Trac II valve and valve mounting 3 1
bracket.
2

J505098
FIG. 244
FIG. 245: Lift the axle assembly with suitable lifting
equipment located under the pivot pin center line of the
center section until weight is removed from the pivot pin
(1) supporting the axle assembly.
1 2 3
Remove the capscrew (2) that fastens the axle pivot pin in
the front pivot block of the rear axle support weldment (3).
Using a steel drift located at the rear of the pivot pin, drive
the pivot pin to the front out of the rear axle support
weldment and center section.

m
CAUTION: Axle assembly is heavy and
awkward, keep fingers and hands away
from pinch points. Use a drift or steel bar to
remove pin.
J505123
CAREFULLY and SLOWLY lower the axle assembly from FIG. 245
the rear axle support and remove from under the
combine.

79032966 A Rev. 06-89

Power Rear Axle
Axle Installation
FIG. 246: If the axle pivot bushings (1) were removed,
position bushings into the front and rear of the pivot tube
bore of the center section (2) and press the bushings
flush with the bore.
1
2

71389394

FIG. 246
FIG. 247: Apply a layer of grease to the axle pivot
bushings and contact surfaces.

MB03394

FIG. 247
FIG. 248: Position the axle assembly with the steering
system and the Equa-Trac II valve facing forward when
installing the axle in the combine.

71399028

FIG. 248

06-90 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 249: Using suitable lifting equipment, position the
axle assembly (2) up into the combine rear axle support
assembly (1) aligning the axle pivot bore with the pivot pin 5
mounting holes.

m
CAUTION: Axle assembly is heavy and
awkward, keep fingers and hands away
from pinch points. Use a drift or steel bar to 3
align pivot holes.
1
Make sure that the grease fitting and passage in the axle
pivot pin (3) take grease.
Apply a light layer of grease to the axle pivot pin and 4
thrust washers (4).
Install the front thrust washer between the front of the axle
support and the axle assembly aligned with the axle pivot.
Position the pivot pin at the front of the axle with the 2 4
grease fitting facing to the rear and align the pin retaining 71410899A
hole (5) with the hole in the axle support pivot block. Drive
the pivot pin from the front into the axle support, through FIG. 249
the front thrust washer to just short of the pivot pin
passing through the axle assembly.
Install the rear thrust washer between the rear of the axle
support and the axle assembly aligned with the axle pivot.
Continue to drive the pivot pin through the rear thrust
washer and into the axle support rear pivot block until the
retaining hole in the pivot pin and the axle support front
pivot block are aligned.
FIG. 250: Using a steel drift, align the front pivot pin (1)
and support bolt retaining holes. Insert the capscrew (2)
and secure with a lock nut.
Lubricate the axle pivot pin until grease can be seen at 2
the thrust washers.

MB03411

FIG. 250
FIG. 251: Position the Equa-Trac II valve and valve
mounting bracket (2) up to the rear axle support (3) and
fasten using four capscrews and hex flange top lock nuts
(1).
3
1

J505098
FIG. 251

79032966 A Rev. 06-91

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 252: Remove the caps from the ends of the hoses
and ports.
3
IMPORTANT: Having a clean area is necessary when
installing or servicing hydraulic components.
When disconnecting hydraulic components,
areas around the connections must be cleaned
or washed with solvent so that contamination will
not enter the system. Always keep hoses, 2
connections, and ports closed with a cap to keep
contamination out of the system.
Connect the reverse (1) and forward (2) supply hoses to
the Equa-Trac II valve. 1
Connect the case drain hose (3) to the valve.
J505095
Replace the clamps or plastic ties that were removed from FIG. 252
the hoses.
FIG. 253: Connect the electrical circuit (1) to the
solenoid (2) on the Equa-Trac II valve (3). 3
Install the plastic ties that were removed in several 1
locations to prevent damage from rubbing.

2
D-6345

FIG. 253
FIG. 254: Remove the caps from the ends of the hoses
and ports to the steering cylinder.
Connect the steering supply hoses, right (1) and left (2),
to the steering cylinder.
2

J505084
FIG. 254

06-92 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 255: Install the rear wheels onto the hubs and
fasten using lug nuts.
Torque lug nuts (1) to 406 Nm (300 lbf ft).
After operating for one hour, check the torque on all lug 1
nuts and bolts. Again at ten hours of operation, check to
make sure the nuts and bolts have held the correct torque
specification until they remain tight. Thereafter, check the
lug nuts and bolts every 100 hours of operation.
Make sure the rear wheel toe-in is within 6.4 to 9.6 mm
(0.25 to 0.375 in).
IMPORTANT: Refer to the ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL
TOE-IN section in this division of the manual and
check toe-in. J505049
FIG. 255
FIG. 256: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) under the pivot pin center line of the center
section and remove the support stands (2) located under
the left and right sides of the auger housing frame
weldment assembly (3).
3
CAREFULLY lower the combine and remove the lifting
equipment from under the rear axle.
1

J505115

FIG. 256
FIG. 257: Start the combine engine and remove any air
from the steering system before operating the combine.
IMPORTANT: Procedure for bleeding air from the
steering cylinder system can be found in the
POWER REAR AXLE WHEEL MOTOR
BLEEDING AND START UP PROCEDURES
section in this division of the manual.
Operate the combine and make sure that the steering
system and power rear axle function properly.

m
WARNING: NEVER operate the combine or
allow others to operate it unless ALL
SHIELDS supplied with the combine and its
attachments are PROPERLY IN PLACE.
J505084

After operating the combine for a short period of time, FIG. 257
check for fluid leaks and correct any found.

79032966 A Rev. 06-93

Power Rear Axle
Power Rear Axle Equa-Trac II Valve
Components

M
O W P K
V S
M
O
P
M
X Q
O
T
S K
R
M
G J
H N

K M

Q E
K
K
I L

U H D
K
G B
K M Q A C
D-6381A

FIG. 258
Callouts for FIG. m. Adapter
a. Solenoid cartridge valve with plunger n. Pilot pressure tube
b. Cover plate o. Tee
c. Solenoid coil p. Steel cap
d. Solenoid coil housing q. Flow divider spring
e. Solenoid cartridge valve assembly r. Check valve (ball seat)
f. Selector spool s. Check ball
g. Spring, low pressure shuttle t. Check valve spring
h. Check ball, low pressure shuttle u. Flow divider spool (standard design)
i. Dowel pin, low pressure shuttle v. Split flow divider spool (Revised design)
j. Spring spacer, low pressure shuttle w. 90 degree elbow
k. Plug x. Machined valve body
l. Orifice plug

06-94 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Selector Spool
FIG. 259: In the front half (inlet port side) of the
Equa-Trac II valve, the selector spool (1) sends the oil flow 2
in the charge and high pressure system circuits, into the
3
rear part of the valve, which contains the split flow divider
3 2
spools (2) and check valves (3).

1
1
D-6382

FIG. 259

Split Flow Divider Spools

FIG. 260: When the solenoid coil (1) is energized, oil
flow from the propulsion pump enters the Equa-Trac II
valve through the forward or reverse inlet ports (2),
according to the direction of operation, and is sent by the
selector spool (3) to the forward or reverse split flow
divider spools (4). The flow of oil is divided equally 2
through the flow divider spools and is sent through the
forward or reverse check valves to the rear wheel motors. 4
3 4 1
The split flow divider spools (4) are spring loaded to the
centered position. Each end of the spool has fixed orifices
of equal size. When the rear drive wheel traction is equal,
the pressure drop on both ends of the flow divider spools
is the same and the spools remain in the centered
position. If one of the rear drive wheels begins to slip, the
pressure drop on that end of the flow divider spool
becomes larger than the pressure drop on the end of the
opposite spool. The spool will move to close off the
D-4368a
passage to the rear wheel motor and wheel that is
slipping. A large part of the oil flow will then be sent to the FIG. 260
other rear wheel motor. When the slipping rear wheel gets
traction, the pressure drop across the fixed orifices in the
flow divider spools again becomes equal and the spools
return to the centered position. In operation, the
movement of the spools occurs regularly causing the
spools to modulate frequently.
The split flow divider spools provide an additional
characteristic of having a limit to the maximum amount of
flow to the power rear axle motors. Approximately 68 l/min
(18 gal/min) can travel to each motor before the spool
shifts closing off additional flow to the motor. The total rear
axle flow has a limit of approximately 136 l/min (36
gal/min). With this characteristic, full oil flow from the
hydrostatic pump cannot be sent to rear wheels that have
lost traction.

79032966 A Rev. 06-95

Power Rear Axle
Check Valves
FIG. 261: The basic function of the check valves is to
prevent the full volume of return oil from the rear wheel
motors from having to flow back through the flow divider
spool orifices. This reduces the amount of back pressure
in the return circuit.
There are four check valves in the Equa-Trac II valve. 2 3 1
A check valve contains a check ball seat (1), spring (2),
and check ball (3).
As the return oil flow increases, the check balls are moved
off of the check ball seats to permit a part of the return
flow to pass through the check valves.

D-6383

FIG. 261

Low Pressure Shuttle System Solenoid Valve

(Control Pressure Supply)
FIG. 262: The low pressure shuttle system of the
Equa-Trac II valve is made of two check balls between the 3 4
forward and reverse sides of the hydrostatic circuit, before 5
the selector spool. The shuttle system sends pilot control
pressure oil to passage (1) at all times; even when the
power rear axle is in the OFF mode.
Passage (1) feeds the solenoid cartridge valve (2) which
sends charge pressure oil to either engage or disengage
the selector spool.
There is always charge pressure on the return side of the
hydrostatic circuit. For example, in the forward operation
mode there is system pressure oil in the forward cavity (3) 6
and charge pressure oil in the reverse cavity (4). 1 2 7
D-6384
In this example, the system pressure will be higher than
the charge pressure. System pressure will close the FIG. 262
check ball (5). When check ball (5) closes, check ball (6)
will open because the spacer (7) between balls, (5) and
(6), will not permit both balls to seat at the same time.
When check ball (6) opens, this permits charge pressure
oil to flow from the return (reverse) side of the circuit, past
check ball (6) past the spacer, and into passage (1).
FIG. 263: The solenoid valve is a 4-way valve that takes
charge pressure oil and sends the oil to one end of the
selector spool or the other.
If charge pressure oil is supplied to one end of the
selector spool, the opposite end will be drained through
the solenoid valve, back to the hydraulic reservoir.
When the solenoid valve is energized, the solenoid valve
sends charge pressure oil to the ON end of the selector
spool and drains the OFF end (spring end) of the selector
spool back to the hydraulic reservoir. When the solenoid
valve is not energized, the solenoid valve sends charge
pressure oil to the OFF end of the selector spool (spring
end) and drains the ON end of the selector spool back to
the hydraulic reservoir. D-6385

FIG. 263

06-96 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Operation of Equa - Trac II Valve
General Information
FIG. 264: The Equa-Trac II valve is mounted on the front
side of the rear axle, between the rear wheel motors.
The Equa-Trac II valve is a spool type valve controlled by
a 12-volt electric solenoid cartridge valve. A switch in the
cab engages the electric solenoid valve.
The solenoid valve permits charge pressure oil from the
propulsion charge pump to move a selector spool.
Movement of the selector spool opens up internal
passages within the valve to permit high pressure oil to
flow to the rear wheel motors.
The flow is divided equally between the rear wheel motors
by passing through a forward or reverse split flow divider
spool within the Equa-Trac II valve.
D-8444
When the Equa-Trac II valve solenoid is not engaged, oil FIG. 264
flow from the wheel motors is sent through the valve in a
loop.

Equa-Trac II Valve OFF (System Disengaged)

FIG. 265: With the power rear axle disengaged, charge
pressure oil in the Equa-Trac II valve is sent to the OFF
(spring end) cavity (1) of the selector spool and cavity (2)
is sent to the hydraulic reservoir through the solenoid
cartridge valve. Charge pressure oil in cavity (1) together
with the spring force holds the selector spool in the OFF 1 6
position. The selector spool prevents system oil from
7
entering either the forward or reverse inlet port to the flow
divider spools. No high pressure oil is sent to the rear
wheel motors. Passage (3) functions as an orifice and
2
controls the speed that the selector spool shifts to the
OFF position. Charge pressure oil has to flow through
passage (3) to get into cavity (1) to shift the selector 3
spool.
4 5
In the OFF position, cavities, (4) and (5), are closed off
from cavities, (6) and (7), by the selector spool. Cavity (4) D-6386

is the forward pressure inlet cavity and cavity (5) is the FIG. 265
reverse pressure inlet cavity. Cavities (4) and (5) will
always have either system pressure or return (charge)
pressure when the combine hydrostatic propulsion
system is in either forward or reverse mode. Cavity (6)
opens an oil flow route to the forward pressure ports of
the rear wheel motors after passing through the forward
(lower) flow divider. When, cavity (7) opens an oil flow
route to the reverse pressure ports of the rear wheel
motors after passing through the reverse (upper) flow
divider.
The spring is located at the OFF end of the selector spool
in order to push the spool to the OFF position in an engine
failure or when the machine has to be towed and there is
no charge pressure to move the spool to the OFF
position.

79032966 A Rev. 06-97

Power Rear Axle
Equa-Trac II Valve ON (System Engaged)
FIG. 266: When the switch in the cab is in the ON
position, the coil on the solenoid valve is energized and
passages in the solenoid valve cartridge are opened
permitting charge pressure oil to be sent to cavity (2)
while oil in cavity (1) is drained to the hydraulic reservoir. 6
1
When the selector spool reaches the full ON position,
passage (4) is open to passage (6) which supplies 7
forward system pressure to the forward pressure inlet
ports on the rear wheel motor. Passage (7) is open to 2
passage (5) which permits return oil flow from the rear
wheel motors to return back to the low pressure side of
the hydrostatic closed loop circuit. In the reverse mode, 3
the operation is reversed. Passages, (5) and (7), are open
to each other to provide reverse system pressure to the 5
reverse pressure inlet ports on the rear wheel motors. 4
Passages, (6) and (4), permit return oil flow from the rear D-8443
wheel motors to return back to the low pressure side of FIG. 266
the hydrostatic closed loop circuit.
When the power rear axle system is first engaged and
charge pressure oil is added to cavity (2) the orifice in
passage (3) (see OFF diagram) controls the rate that the
oil is drained from cavity (1) while the spool shifts to the
ON position.
NOTE: Passage (3) is an internal passage in the valve
body.
The passage between the solenoid cartridge valve and
the ON end of the selector spool cavity (2) is an external
steel tube.

Power Rear Axle Wheel Motor

General Information
FIG. 267: The rear wheel motors used on the power rear
axle are of a cam lobe design, which uses pressurized 2
hydraulic oil to force pistons and rollers against the cam
lobes to generate mechanical power.
The components of the rear wheel motor that change
hydraulic power (pressure and flow) into mechanical
power (torque and rotation) are the cylinder block and
cam lobe ring.
1
The cylinder block (1) contains ten radial pistons and
rollers. The cylinder block is splined to the wheel shaft and
is located inside the cam ring (2). The pistons within the
cylinder block are fitted with piston rings for high
efficiency.
The pressurized hydraulic oil supplied to the pistons and
rollers is routed through a distributor that supplies the D-8427a

pressurized oil to the pistons in the proper timing FIG. 267

sequence.

06-98 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle

4
31 32 27
5 29
30
6 26

7
33
8 35
9 34 45
14 44
36 16
37
15
43 28 17
41 18
42
40 19
22
38 20
21
13 25

12 23

24
39 11

10

D-8402

FIG. 268

79032966 A Rev. 06-99

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 268: Basic Motor Components 23. Socket Head Cap Screw
1. Socket Head Capscrew 24. Back Housing
2. Top Pin 25. Bearing Inner
3. Seal Top Pin 26. Spacer
4. Inner Pipe 27. O-ring (Cam Ring)
5. Seal Backup ring, Inner Pipe* 28. Plug
6. Seal, Inner Pipe* 29. Cam Ring
7. Outer Pipe 30. Cylinder Block Assembly
8. Seal, Outer Pipe* 31. Piston Kit
9. Seal Backup ring, Outer Pipe* 32. Piston Retainer Kit
10. Bottom Pin 33. Distributor - Valve Block
11. Seal Cover 34. Distributor Seal Kit
12. Thrust Washer 35. Spring
13. Seal 36. Spacer
14. C-Frame 37. Shaft Seal Inner #
15. Bushing 38. Shaft - Wheel Hub
16. Retaining Ring 39. Stud M20
17. Cover Plate 40. Deflector & Grease Seal
18. O-ring 41. Bearing Outer
19. Retainer Ring 42. Grease Fitting
20. Ring 43. Front Housing Support
21. Split Retaining Ring 44. Split Pin
22. Shim Pack 45. Safety Pin
# Two (2) piece seal.
* Items that can not be serviced.

06-100 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle

9 6
2 4 5 7 8

14
3 42 27
1

23
37
36
24
40
18
20
39

38 21

17
41

19

16
35

33
22
34
43

13

32 25
29 28
30 31
12 26
11 15 10

D-8458

FIG. 269

79032966 A Rev. 06-101

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 269: Basic Motor Repair / Cross Section View 23. Socket Head Capscrew
1. Socket Head Cap Screw 24. Back Housing
2. Top Pin 25. Bearing Inner
3. Seal Top Pin 26. Spacer
4. Inner Pipe 27. O-ring (Cam Ring)
5. Seal Backup ring, Inner Pipe* 28. Plug
6. Seal, Inner Pipe* 29. Cam Ring
7. Outer Pipe 30. Cylinder Block Assembly
8. Seal, Outer Pipe* 31. Piston Kit
9. Seal Backup ring, Outer Pipe* 32. Piston Retainer Kit
10. Bottom Pin 33. Distributor - Valve Block
11. Seal Cover 34. Distributor Seal Kit
12. Thrust Washer 35. Spring
13. Seal 36. Spacer
14. C-Frame 37. Shaft Seal Inner #
15. Bushing 38. Shaft - Wheel Hub
16. Retaining Ring 39. Stud M20
17. Cover Plate 40. Deflector & Grease Seal
18. O-ring 41. Bearing Outer
19. Retaining Ring 42. Grease Fitting
20. Ring 43. Front Housing Support
21. Split Retaining Ring # Two piece seal.
22. Shim Pack * Items that can not be serviced.

06-102 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Principle Of Operation (For The Route Of One
Piston)
First Suupply Position - (System Engaged)

1 9 8 7

2
6
4
D-8428a

FIG. 270
FIG. 270: To start the drive cycle, hydraulic oil under high
system pressure is sent from the main hydrostatic pump
through the Equa-Trac II valve and then supplied equally
to the high pressure inlet passage (1) at both rear wheel
motors.
The oil flows through passage (2) in distributor (3) and to
passage (4) in cylinder block (5) which are partially
aligned, permitting oil to begin entering cylinder cavity (6)
behind piston (7).
The high pressure oil pushes the piston outward causing
roller (8) to make contact with cam lobe (9) just after the
highest point of the lobe. This contact causes the cylinder
block (5) to start rotating.

79032966 A Rev. 06-103

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 271: Full Supply Position (System Engaged)
As the piston and roller (1) moves toward the bottom of 2
the cam lobe (2) the maximum supply of high pressure
hydraulic oil momentarily is sent through aligned port (3) 5
of distributor (4) which remains stationary and port (6) of
cylinder block (5) that is rotating. The oil supply then
begins to taper off as the piston and roller (1) reach the
bottom of the cam lobe (2) toward a neutral (no drive
4
power) position.

3 1
6
D-8424
D-8424

FIG. 271
FIG. 272: Bottom Neutral Position (System
Engaged)
When the piston and roller (1) is at the bottom of cam lobe 5
(2) port (3) in distributor (4) and port (6) in cylinder block
(5) are NOT in alignment with each other and the oil 4
supply is cut off. In this neutral position the piston does 2
not provide drive power to the cylinder block. But, the
piston and roller remains in contact with the cam surface. 3
In order to continue driving power, another piston must
take over for the first one to drive the cylinder block in the 6
direction shown and permit the first piston to travel up the
next cam lobe.
1
D-8425

FIG. 272
FIG. 273: Discharge Position (System Engaged)
As the piston and roller (1) starts to travel up the next cam
lobe (2) port (3) in distributor (4) and port (6) in cylinder 5
block (5) begin to align with each other starting the
discharge cycle. 4
This permits the hydraulic oil (under charge pressure) to
return to the pump as another piston takes over to 6
continue the drive cycle.

3 2

1
D-8426

FIG. 273

06-104 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 274: Top Neutral Position (System Engaged)
During the final phase of the cycle, the piston and roller
(1) continues to travel over another cam lobe (2). As this 5
occurs, port (3) in distributor (4) and port (6) in cylinder
block (5) closes off the discharge oil flow as the piston and 4
roller (1) reaches the top (neutral) position. 2
When the piston and roller (1) is at the top of the cam 3
lobe, port (3) and port (6) are no longer in alignment at the
end of a full drive cycle. The piston and roller will then
repeat the cycle starting with a gradual supply of high
pressure oil while other pistons continue cycles in a 6
similar way.
1
D-8469

FIG. 274
FIG. 275: Power Distribution (System Engaged)
The wheel motor contains ten pistons and eight cam
lobes for a total of 80 power strokes generated by the
pistons in one revolution of the cylinder block (which is
splined to the wheel shaft).
Each piston and roller moves up and down each of the
eight cam lobes generating a constant torque output with
a low noise level. With an even number of pistons and
cam lobes, the internal forces of the motor are balanced
permitting the motor bearings to be available to receive
high radial and axial loads.
To change the direction of wheel motor rotation, the input
supply of high pressure oil is sent through the reverse
high pressure ports of the Equa-Trac II valve. The high
pressure oil is sent through the distributor of the motor in D-8427a

the opposite direction of the forward rotation of the motor. FIG. 275
FIG. 276: Power Distribution (System Disengaged)
When the power rear axle is disengaged, the Equa-Trac II
valve prevents high system pressure oil from being
supplied to the rear wheel motors.
To do this, charge pressure from the return side of the
hydrostatic system is sent through the solenoid valve to
move the selector spool within the Equa-Trac II valve to
block off oil flow passages to the wheel motors. In
addition, oil pressure in the supply lines between the
Equa-Trac II valve and the wheel motors is routed directly
to the reservoir through the valve so that any pressure in
these lines is removed.
With no pressure on either side of the pistons the pistons
and rollers retract into the cylinder bores when the rollers
are pushed inward by the cam lobes, as the cylinder block D-6395

rotates. With the rollers clear of the cam lobes, the FIG. 276
cylinder block and wheel shaft is able to rotate freely.

79032966 A Rev. 06-105

Power Rear Axle
Power Rear Axle Wheel Motor Removal
FIG. 277: Park the combine in an area equipped for
cleaning. Wash off heavy dirt and remove grease from the
outside of the rear wheel motor and motor mounting
frame.

MB10486

FIG. 277
FIG. 278: Move the combine to a clean work area and
properly position the combine before beginning to remove
the wheel motor or motors.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under combine:

• Locate combine on a flat, hard, level surface.

• Put transmission in neutral.
• Set parking brake.
• Lower header completely to the ground or floor.
• Turn off engine and remove start key.
• Put block in front of and behind front drive J326008

tires. FIG. 278

FIG. 279: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) and support the center section (2) with
blocks or steel support stands (3) located equal distances 4
on left and right sides of the axle assembly pivot pin (4).
IMPORTANT: Remove and service one wheel motor at a
time. Keep area clean when servicing the wheel
motor. Always use clean tools and keep opened 2
surfaces free of dirt.

3
J505113

FIG. 279

06-106 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 280: Remove the ten lug nuts (1) fastening each
rear wheel to the hub and remove both wheel and rim
assemblies from the work area.
1

J505049

FIG. 280
FIG. 281: Remove the cotter pin (1) and remove the
slotted nut (2) fastening the socket to the steering arm (3).
Remove the socket assembly from the wheel motor
steering arm using a ball joint or tie rod separator. 3

1
J505088

FIG. 281
FIG. 282: Label the wheel motor assembly supply
hoses, reverse (1) and forward (2), and disconnect the
hoses from the motor. 3
Label the case drain hose (3) and disconnect the hose. 1
NOTE: Cap the ends of the hoses and valve ports to
prevent contamination of the hydraulic system.
IMPORTANT: Having a clean area is necessary when
installing or servicing hydraulic components.
When disconnecting hydraulic components,
areas around the connections must be cleaned
2
or washed with solvent so that contamination will
not enter the system. Always keep hoses, 4
connections, and ports closed with a cap to keep
J505063
contamination out of the system.
FIG. 282
Remove the hoses from the wheel motor hose guide (4)
and temporarily fasten the hoses away from the wheel
motor.

79032966 A Rev. 06-107

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 283: Using suitable lifting equipment, support the
rear wheel motor while removing the wheel motor
mounting bolts. 2

m
CAUTION: The rear wheel motor is very
heavy. Use extreme care when removing
and handling the wheel motor to prevent
personal injury and damage to wheel motor
and fittings.

Remove the four capscrews (1) and flat washers

fastening the axle extension (2) to the wheel motor
C-frame end plate (3). 1
NOTE: Axle extension is fastened to the end plate using 3
two dowels and capscrews that have been D-8450
installed at the factory with Loctite 271 applied to FIG. 283
the treads.
Remove the motor and move the motor to a suitable clean
work location.

Steering C-Frame Removal

FIG. 284: With the motor on a solid work surface,
support the C-frame (1) with suitable lifting equipment so
that the C-frame can not drop or roll when the pins (2) are
removed.

m
CAUTION: The steering C-frame is heavy. 1
Use proper lifting equipment to prevent 2
injury.
3
Remove the four capscrews (3) fastening each pin (2) to
the C-frame.
NOTE: The capscrews have been installed at the factory 4
with Loctite 515. 5
Use capscrews in threaded holes (4) to help back away
the pin from the C-frame. 2
Remove the top and bottom pins (2), from the front D-8393

housing support (5). Support the C-frame during removal FIG. 284
to prevent damage.
FIG. 285: Remove the inner pipe (1) and outer pipe (2)
from the front housing support at the top pin.

D-8392

FIG. 285

06-108 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 286: Remove the four socket head capscrews (1)
from each upper and lower ear of the C-frame. 2
Remove the C-frame (2), seal cover (3), thrust washer (4),
and seal (5). 1
Check the condition of the seals, sealing rings, and
sealing surfaces.
Check the condition of the bushing (6) in the top and 5
bottom of the motor front housing support (7).
4
3

4 3
5 7 6
D-8448

FIG. 286

Disassembly and Assembly of Bushings

FIG. 287: Inspect the bushing for wear.
IMPORTANT: Do not damage the thrust washer contact 1
surface.
Remove the bushing from the bore by peeling the bushing
at the seam, (1).
IMPORTANT: Do not damage the bushing bores in the
motor front housing support while removing
bushings.

D-8398

FIG. 287
FIG. 288: Bushing press guide TUTHILL tool number
106311

D-8430

FIG. 288

79032966 A Rev. 06-109

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 289: Bushing press guide TUTHILL tool number
106312

D-8470

FIG. 289
FIG. 290: Install the new Pivot Pin Bushing (1) in the
front housing support (2) using a bushing guide (3) and
press (4) installation tools. 4
IMPORTANT: Make sure grease hole (5) is aligned with 3
the grease supply passage in the motor front
housing support.
1 5

D-8397
D-8397

FIG. 290

Steering C-Frame Installation

FIG. 291: Inspect the seal (1) in the top pin (2) and
replace if necessary.
Lubricate the seal in the top pin with petroleum jelly.
2

D-8394

FIG. 291

06-110 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 292: Replace the inner rings and seals on the inner
pipe (1) and outer pipe (2).
If the pipes are damaged, replace pipes, inner rings, and
seals.
Lubricate the seal in the top pin with petroleum jelly.
1
2

D-8396

FIG. 292
FIG. 293: Before installing the C-frame over the housing,
install the seal (1) and thrust washer on the motor housing 6 3
with the seal lips toward the motor. Apply Loctite 454 to
hold the thrust washers to the motor.
Install the seal covers (2) over the seals. 4
Apply Loctite 515 around the holes and threads on the top 5
and bottom ears of the C-frame (3).
1
Install the C-frame onto the motor and install the four
socket head capscrews (4) that hold the seal covers to the 2
top and bottom ears of the C-frame.
2
Torque capscrews to 16 to 19 Nm (12 to 14 ft lbs).
1
Install the outer tube (5) and inner tube (6). D-8449

FIG. 293
FIG. 294: Clean the threads in the C-frame and
capscrews with Primer N and let dry.
Install the pins (1), top and bottom.
Apply four drops of Loctite 515 to the socket head
capscrews.
1
Install the capscrews and torque capscrews to 69 to 75
Nm (50 to 55 ft lbs). 1

D-8400

FIG. 294

79032966 A Rev. 06-111

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 295: Pump multipurpose grease into the top and
bottom pin grease fittings (1) on the front housing support
(2) until grease extends from the seal area.

D-8399

FIG. 295

Power Rear Axle Wheel Motor Installation

FIG. 296: If end plate (3) was removed from C-frame (4)
clean the threads in the C-frame and capscrews and
apply Primer N and let dry.
Apply four drops of Loctite 271 and fasten the end plate to
2
the C-frame using two dowels and four capscrews and
plain washers. Torque the capscrews to 407 to 475 Nm 4
(300 to 350 ft lbs).
IMPORTANT: C-frame end plate can be located in either
a LOW CLEARANCE or a HIGH CLEARANCE
setting.
Clean threads in end plate (3) and capscrews (1) used to 1
fasten the axle extension and apply Primer N and let dry. 3
Using suitable lifting equipment, move the motor and D-8450
position the motor up to the axle extension (2). FIG. 296

m
CAUTION: The rear wheel motor is very
heavy. Use extreme care when handling and
installing the wheel motor to prevent
personal injury and damage to wheel motor
and fittings.

Apply four drops of Loctite 271 to the capscrews and

fasten the axle extension to the C-frame end plate using
two dowels and four capscrews and plain washers.

m
CAUTION: Use a drift or steel bar to align
bolt holes. Keep fingers away from pinch
points.

06-112 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 297: Connect the case drain hose (3).
Remove the caps from the ends of the hoses and ports. 1
Connect the supply hoses, reverse (1) and forward (2), to 3
the wheel motor. 4
IMPORTANT: Having a clean area is necessary when
installing or servicing hydraulic components.
When disconnecting hydraulic components,
areas around the connections must be cleaned
or washed with solvent so that contamination will
not enter the system. Always keep hoses,
connections, and ports closed with a cap to keep 2
contamination out of the system.
If the wheel motor hose guide (4) was removed, install the
J505063
wheel motor hose guide over the hoses at this time and
fasten the wheel motor hose guide to the C-frame using FIG. 297
the existing hardware.
FIG. 298: Install the socket assembly (4) into the wheel
motor steering arm (3) and fasten the socket assembly 4
using the slotted nut (2).
The tapered ball sockets (4) at end of both tie rod 3
assemblies need to be tight at all times.
After the first installation, the tapered ball sockets must be
checked every four hours the first day; then every day the
first week. Torque the tie rod tapered ball socket slotted
nuts to 108 to 135 Nm (80 to 100 ft lbs). Then tighten the 2
slotted nut until the nearest slot in the nut aligns with the
cotter pin hole in the socket assembly and install cotter pin
(1). 1
In time the tapered surface work hardens and cannot be
J505088
tightened.
FIG. 298
Repeat the above procedure if the opposite wheel motor
was removed.
FIG. 299: Install rear wheels onto the hubs and fasten
each using ten lug nuts (1).
Torque lug nuts (1) to 406 Nm (300 lbf ft). Torque lug nuts
again after eight hours of operation.
1
After operating for one hour, check the torque on all lug
nuts and bolts. Again at ten hours of operation, check to
make sure the nuts and bolts have held the correct torque
specification until they remain tight. Thereafter, check the
lug nuts and bolts every 100 hours of operation.

J505049

FIG. 299

79032966 A Rev. 06-113

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 300: Using suitable lifting equipment (1) under the
pivot pin center line of the axle center section lift the rear
of the combine and remove supports (2) from under the
rear of the combine.
Remove the load on the lifting equipment and remove the
lifting equipment from under the axle center section. 1
IMPORTANT: Bleed the wheel motor as shown in
POWER REAR AXLE WHEEL MOTOR
BLEEDING AND START-UP PROCEDURES
section in this division of the manual.
2

J505113

FIG. 300

Power Rear Axle Wheel Motor Bleeding and

Start Up Procedures
After having serviced the power rear axle wheel motors,
Equa-Trac II Valve, or hydraulic lines, the start up
procedures in the table must be done to make sure there
is enough bleeding and flushing of the serviced hydraulic
components. This procedure also checks for proper
routing of the hydraulic circuits.
If at any time while doing this procedure a malfunction
occurs that causes the hydrostatic system to be opened,
such as disconnecting a hose at a fitting, begin the
procedure again at STEP 1.
FIG. 301: Properly position the combine before
beginning the bleeding and start up procedures.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under combine:

• Locate combine on a flat, hard, level surface.

• Put transmission in neutral.
• Set parking brake.
• Lower header completely to the ground or floor.
• Turn off engine and remove start key.
• Put block in front of and behind front drive
tires. J326008

FIG. 301

06-114 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
STEPS 1-7 of this procedure are done with the front drive
wheels of the combine on the ground and blocked. The
rear axle raised and held in such a way that the rear
wheels remain off the ground with enough clearance to
rotate freely.

m
WARNING: Do Not allow anyone on any
part of the combine or in an area around the
combine where sudden movement of the
combine might cause injury or death.

STEPS 8-9 are done with all wheels on the ground and
operating clearance around the machine.

m
WARNING: Do Not allow anyone on any
part of the combine or in an area around the
combine where sudden movement of the
combine might cause injury or death.

Bleeding And Start Up Procedures

With the help of an assistant, do the following steps:
IMPORTANT: At all times keep the proper fluid level in
the hydraulic reservoir.

Step Engine Gear Lever Power Rear Control Time Comments

Speed Axle Switch Lever
1 Half Speed Neutral ON Neutral 3 Minutes Bleed air from
the complete
system.
2 High Idle Neutral OFF 13 mm (0.5 in) 2 Minutes Flush forward
Forward main system.
3 High Idle Neutral OFF 13 mm (0.5 in) 2 Minutes Flush reverse
Reverse main system.
4 High Idle Neutral ON 13 mm (0.5 in) 30 Seconds Check for
Reverse Maximum correct rotation
of the rear
wheels.

NOTE: A) If a wheel or wheels rotate reverse - go to STEP 6.

B) If no rotation - go to STEP 5 (Do Not repeat - check Equa - Trac valve).
C) If wrong rotation - correct the forward and reverse circuit - go to STEP 1.
5 Low Idle High Gear ON 13 mm (0.5 in) 15 Seconds Check for
Lock Brakes Reverse Maximum correct rotation
Maximum of rear wheels.
6 High Idle High Gear ON 13 mm (0.5 in) 4 Minutes Flush forward
Lock Brakes Forward system.
7 High Idle High Gear ON 13 mm (0.5 in) 4 Minutes Flush reverse
Lock Brakes Reverse system.
8 Half Speed High Gear ON 13 mm (0.5 in) 15 Seconds Check for leaks.
Lock Brakes Forward Maximum
9 Half Speed High Gear ON 13 mm (0.5 in) 15 Seconds Check for leaks.
Lock Brakes Reverse Maximum

79032966 A Rev. 06-115

Power Rear Axle
Basic Motor Repair
Prepare Motor For Disassembly
FIG. 302: Put the motor on a repair stand or work bench.

m
CAUTION: Cam lobe motors and
components are heavy. Use proper lifting
equipment to prevent injury.

Drain the hydraulic oil from the motor before beginning

disassembly.
IMPORTANT: When servicing the cam lobe motors the
area must be clean. Always use clean tools and
work in a clean environment. Wash all internal
parts in clean solvent and dry with compressed
air. Do not use cloth or paper towels. Wrap parts
in clean paper and keep the parts in a clean area
prior to assembly. If more than one motor is being D-8421
serviced, work on each motor separately. Do not FIG. 302
mix parts.

Wheel Motor Disassembly

FIG. 303: Remove the retaining ring (1), cover plate (2),
and remove the O-ring (3).
1

D-8462

FIG. 303
FIG. 304: Remove retaining ring (1) and retaining ring
(2) from the split rings. 1

D-8404

FIG. 304

06-116 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 305: Wheel motor spacer TUTHILL tool
number 106309.

D-8429

FIG. 305
FIG. 306: Assemble the wheel motor spacer tool (1) and
bolt the wheel motor spacer tool to the wheel hub shaft.
Compress bearings to 50 000 N (11 241 lbs) to relieve
pressure on the split ring on the shaft retaining the inner
bearing. 1
After compression, slide the split ring from the groove on
the shaft.

D-8405

FIG. 306
FIG. 307: Relieve compression and remove the split
rings (1) and the inner bearing shim pack (2).
1

D-8403

FIG. 307

79032966 A Rev. 06-117

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 308: Cover plate removal tool TUTHILL tool
number 106310.

D-8430

FIG. 308
FIG. 309: Remove the two plugs (1) and install two all
thread rods (2), with top and bottom jam nuts, to the cover 6
plate removal tool (3) and locate spacer (4) centered on
the end of the wheel hub shaft. 5 3
Thread the all thread rod (5) with nut (6) fixed to the rod as
a jack screw into the tool and tighten slightly against
2
spacer (4). 4
NOTE: Spacer to be a minimum of 12 mm (0.5 in) 1
thickness and 50 mm (2.0 in) diameter.

D-8464

FIG. 309
FIG. 310: Mark the back housing (1) position, (A), in
reference to the front housing support (2).
Put a mark inline with one of the plug holes and remove
the bolts (3). 3

1 A

D-8463

FIG. 310

06-118 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 311: Remove the cover (1) and inner bearing (2)
using the cover plate removal tool.
Remove the spacer (3) and cam ring O-ring (4). 2

3 1

D-8465

FIG. 311
FIG. 312: Inspect the inner bearing cup race (1). If
necessary, install a new inner bearing cup in cover (2).
IMPORTANT: If one of the bearing items (cup or cone) is
worn, both must be replaced.
1
2

D-8409

FIG. 312
FIG. 313: Remove the cylinder block assembly (1).
Remove the distributor valve block (2) and springs (3). 1
Press the wheel hub shaft (4) out of the motor assembly.
Inspect the shaft splines and surfaces of the distributor 2
valve block and cylinder block.
IMPORTANT: Do not damage surfaces of the cylinder 3
block and distributor valve block.

D-8411

FIG. 313

79032966 A Rev. 06-119

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 314: Safety pin removal tool TUTHILL tool number
106308.

D-8429

FIG. 314
FIG. 315: Using the pin removal tool (1) with a slide
hammer, remove the split safety pins (2).
1 2
Remove the cam ring (3).
Remove the split pins (4) and O-ring (5). 3
Inspect the cam for pitting on the tops of lobe surface and
scratches or damage in the roller tracks. 2
5

D-8467

FIG. 315
FIG. 316: Remove the spacer (1).
Press out the shaft seal (2) and remove the distributor
seal kit (3).
1
2

D-8466

FIG. 316

06-120 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 317: Inspect the bearing cup (1) and cone (2), and
remove if necessary.
1
Remove the outer bearing cone (2) using a bearing puller.
2
Remove the deflector and grease seal (3). The deflector
and grease seal will be destroyed during disassembly. 3
IMPORTANT: If one of the bearing items (cup or cone) is
worn, both must be replaced.

D-8468

FIG. 317

Disassembly and Assembly of the Cylinder

Block Assembly
FIG. 318: Inspect the splines (1) in the carrier for
excessive wear or damage.
Inspect the surfaces (2) of the carrier for damage.

2
D-8410

FIG. 318
FIG. 319: Remove the retaining clip (1), piston retainers
(2), and piston assembly (3).
2
NOTE: Piston retaining clip (1) must be replaced. Do not
use the piston retaining clip again.
3
Inspect the pistons for excessive wear.
1

D-8406

FIG. 319

79032966 A Rev. 06-121

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 320: Put a layer of clean hydraulic oil on the piston
assembly before installing the piston assembly into the
bore.
Compress the wiper ring (1) to be able to insert the piston 1
assembly into the carrier bore.

D-8408

FIG. 320
FIG. 321: After assembling the piston assembly and
retaining assembly, install a new retaining clip (1).

D-8407

FIG. 321

Wheel Motor Assembly

FIG. 322: Install the lip seal (1) with a press using a
suitable tube.
Install the outer bearing cone (2) with a press using a
suitable tube.
Press until properly seated. 2

D-8413

FIG. 322

06-122 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 323: Apply Loctite 454 around the edges of the
shaft seal (1) before pressing the shaft seal on using a
suitable tube.
Install the O-ring and sealing rings (2) of the distributor
seal kit into the grooves. 1

D-8414

FIG. 323
FIG. 324: Lubricate the outer bearing by packing the
outer bearing with grease and install the shaft assembly
(1) into the motor housing. 1
IMPORTANT: Be CAREFUL with the splines when
installing the shaft through the sealing ring.

D-8412

FIG. 324
FIG. 325: Fill the spring holes in the distributor valve
block (1) with grease then install the eight springs (2) into
the valve block. 2

D-8415

FIG. 325

79032966 A Rev. 06-123

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 326: Oil the contact surfaces of the valve block (1)
and push the valve block into the housing to engage the 3
locating tabs with a rubber mallet.
3
Lubricate and install a new O-ring (2) into the housing.
Push the two safety split pins (3) into the housing. 1

D-8417

FIG. 326
FIG. 327: Oil the cylinder block assembly (1) contact
surface to the distributor valve block.
Install the cylinder block on the shaft with the pistons
pushed into the piston bores.
1
Install the cam ring (2) on the housing.

D-8416

FIG. 327
FIG. 328: Lubricate the O-ring with petroleum jelly and
install the O-ring (1), spacer (2), cover plate (3), and bolts
(4).
4
IMPORTANT: Align according to the marks made at the 3
time of disassembly.
Bolts must be finger tight.
1
2

D-8419

FIG. 328

06-124 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 329: Assemble the inner bearing cone onto the
wheel hub shaft using the wheel motor spacer tool
assembly (1).
1
3
Seat bearing.
Torque the 14 bolts to 138 to 162 Nm (103 to 119 ft lbs)
and remove the wheel motor spacer tool assembly.
2
Push in the two safety split pins (2).
Set the safety split pins.
Install the plugs (3).

D-8420

FIG. 329
FIG. 330: Assemble the split retaining ring (1) (split
retaining rings and retaining ring).
1

D-8418

FIG. 330
FIG. 331: Using the wheel motor spacer tool assembly
and a press, compress the bearings with an force of 40
000 N (9000 lbs).
Measure, under pressure, the clearance between the
wide edge of the inner bearing cone and the split ring.
The shims (1) will be the same as the measured
clearance with a tolerance of 0.0 to 1.0 mm (0.0 to 0.004 1
in).

D-8422

FIG. 331

79032966 A Rev. 06-125

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 332: Remove the wheel motor spacer tool
assembly (1) and split retaining ring assembly (2).
Position shims on the inner bearing cone. 1
2
IMPORTANT: The thin shims must be put between the
thick shims.
Locate the ring and the split retaining rings on the end of
the shaft.
Install the wheel motor spacer tool assembly and
compress the bearings with a force of 40 000 N (9000
lbs).
Install the split retaining rings and ring. Remove the press
load and wheel motor spacer tool assembly. D-8423

Install the retaining ring. FIG. 332

FIG. 333: Lubricate the new O-ring with petroleum jelly
and install the O-ring into the cover plate (1).
3
Install the back cover (2) and retaining ring (3). 2
Install the steering C-frame.
Install the wheel motor with C-frame to the power rear
axle. 1

D-8421

FIG. 333

Power Rear Axle Service Tools

Materials
• Aluminum or plastic caps and plugs to seal
disconnected hydraulic fittings and lines.
• Container of clean solvent for washing parts.
• Container of clean hydrostatic fluid for lubricating
internal parts.
• Container of grease or petroleum jelly to hold seals in
position.
• High quality wheel bearing grease to lubricate the
outer axle shaft bearing.
• Loctite 515 thread lock for C-frame pin and seal
protector cover.
• Loctite 454 for shaft seal, to hold C-frame washers
during assembly.
• Loctite 271 thread lock for C-frame mounting
hardware.
• Primer N cleaner and primer for C-frame hardware.

06-126 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Tools and Equipment

5 4
6
D-6475A

FIG. 334
FIG. 334: The following equipment and special tools are Metric and Standard Sockets and Wrenches to remove
necessary for properly servicing the power rear axle. capscrews.
1. Hydraulic Shop Press - that has the capacity to apply Slide Hammer to remove safety split pins.
13 608 kg (30 000 lbs) of pressing force.
Rubber Mallet to seat distributor valve.
2. Metric Hex Key or Driver Socket.
Shim Material to use when assembling C-frame to Motor
3. Bearing Separator or Puller. to protect seal.
4. External Retaining Ring Pliers with 90 degree ends. Tube, 105mm ID x 110mm OD x 350mm Long to install lip
seal.
5. Thickness Gauge Set.
Tube, 85mm ID x 90mm OD x 300mm Long to install
6. 2.5 cm (0.0 to 1.0 in) Micrometer. bearing.
Wheel Stops to block front drive wheels of the combine
Tube, 78mm ID x 84mm OD x 150mm Long to install
securely. shaft seal.
Hydraulic Floor Jack or suitable lifting equipment to lift Bolt, M20-2.5 X 150mm Long to use with Wheel Motor
combine, support rear axle, support wheel motor.
Spacer Tool #106309.
Shop Crane to support and lift wheel motor and C-frame. Spacer, 12 mm (0.5 in) Thick X 50 mm (2.0 in) Diameter
Steel Support Stands and Blocks to support rear axle and to use with Wheel Motor Spacer Tool #106309.
combine lifted off ground. Rod, two M14-1.5 X 200mm ALL THREAD to use with
Repair Stand or work bench. Cover Plate Removal Tool #106310.
Torque Wrench to torque capscrews. Rod, M20-2.5 X 165mm ALL THREAD to use with Cover
Plate Removal Tool #106310.
Screwdriver.
Nut, eight M14-1.5 to use with M14 threaded rod and
Steel tapered punch for aligning holes Cover Plate Removal Tool #106310.
Soft Drift to drive out and in pins Nut, M20-2.5 Fixed to M20 all threaded rod to use with
Picks to remove O-rings and seals. Cover Plate Removal Tool #106310.

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D-8429

FIG. 335
FIG. 335: Safety pin removal tool TUTHILL tool number
106308.

D-8429

FIG. 336
FIG. 336: Wheel motor press tool TUTHILL tool number
106309.

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D-8430

FIG. 337
FIG. 337: Cover plate removal tool TUTHILL tool
number 106310.

D-8430

FIG. 338
FIG. 338: Bushing press guide TUTHILL tool number
106311.

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D-8470

FIG. 339
FIG. 339: Bushing press TUTHILL tool number 106312.

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Power Rear Axle Troubleshooting and
Testing
PRELIMINARY TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKS
With the engine shutoff, check for signs of external oil
leakage around the seals, housings, or hose connections.
Also check for crimped or bent hoses that will stop or limit
oil flow and cause heating of the hydraulic oil.
Check the oil level in the hydraulic reservoir and add the
correct amount and type of oil if necessary.
Check the quality of the oil and change if the oil is
contaminated. Also smell the oil. A burned odor indicates
excessive heat that can destroy the lubricating qualities of
the oil. Change the oil if this condition is found. Determine
the cause of the heating and make corrections as found
necessary.
Determine if the hydrostatic filter is plugged or damaged.
A filter that has failed will permit contaminated oil to
bypass the filter and possibly change system operation
and tests.
Check the maintenance records of the combine to
determine if the service procedures have been made at
the proper intervals. Check for past reports of not normal
or similar failures.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Performance of the power rear axle Operating with transmission in a low System is more efficient in a higher
is not normal and the axle supplies gear range. gear range.
very little assistance.
Not correctly routed high pressure Refer to POWER REAR AXLE
lines. HYDROSTATIC CIRCUITRY
DESCRIPTION section in this
division of the manual.
High pressure relief valve not Refer to the HYDRAULICS division
adjusted correctly or has a defect. of this manual.
Excessive internal (case) leakage See test procedure #1.
from the wheel motor or motors.
Equa-Trac II valve has a defect. Complete test procedure #1.
Not enough charge pressure. Complete test procedure #1.
Power rear axle operates in Forward Excessive wheel motor internal Complete test procedure #1.
but not in Reverse, or operates in leakage.
Reverse but not in Forward.
Stuck spool in Equa-Trac II valve. Complete test procedure #1.

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
External oil leaks from the wheel Wheel motor case pressure too Check to make sure that the case
motor or motors. high. drain lines from the wheel motors
and drain line to reservoir are NOT
blocked, crimped, or bent.
Seals within the motor or motors Correct the cause of the failure and
damaged by pressure spikes, high repair or replace the bad wheel
operating temperatures, use of the motor or motors.
not correct fluid, or dirt in the oil.
Wheel motor not correctly Repair or replace wheel motor or
assembled or the motor has a motors.
defect.
One wheel on power rear axle is Not correctly routed high pressure Refer to POWER REAR AXLE
pulling or locked up hoses to rear wheel motors. HYDROSTATIC CIRCUITRY
DESCRIPTION section in this
division of the manual.
Rear wheel motor is locked up With the system OFF and with the
because of an internal component wheel off the ground, rotate the
failure. wheel by hand. If the wheel will not
rotate, the wheel motor is locked up.
Power rear axle is not operating. Blown Fuse. Replace fuse.
ON-OFF switch is bad. Replace switch.
Disconnected or broken electrical Connect or repair electrical wiring.
wiring.
Low hydraulic fluid level. Fill the hydraulic reservoir to the
correct operating level. Determine
the cause of the low hydraulic fluid
level.
Solenoid valve in Equa-Trac II valve Complete test procedure #2.
not working because of:
Solenoid valve spool not shifting.
Solenoid coil is open or has a short.
Loose wiring connection.
Not correct ground for the valve
body.
Selector spool in Equa-Trac II valve Complete test procedure #3.
not shifting.
Excessive rear wheel motor Complete test procedure #3.
leakage.

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CONTROL VALVE TEST POINTS

1 2

12

11 4

9 5

10

7 6
8
D-4374a

FIG. 340
FIG. 340: A number of test ports are supplied in the
Equa - Trac II Valve.
Callouts for FIG.
1. Control Valve
2. Pilot Pressure to Engage
3. Reverse System Pressure Port
4. Reverse Inlet System Pressure from Transmission
5. Forward Inlet System Pressure from Transmission
6. Solenoid Valve
7. Pilot Pressure Supply
8. Forward System Pressure Port
9. Pilot Pressure Supply
10. Case Drain
11. Forward System Pressure to Wheel Motor
12. Reverse System Pressure to Wheel Motor

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COMBINE OPERATION MODE VERSUS TEST
PRESSURES CHART

TEST LOCATIONS
OPERATION FORWARD REVERSE FORWARD REVERSE PILOT PILOT
MODE PORT PORT LINE LINE PRESSURE PRESSURE
TO ENGAGE TO
DISENGAGE
Power Rear System Charge System Charge Charge Wheel Motor
Axle ON Pressure 6.9 Pressure 2.5 Pressure 6.9 Pressure 2.5 Pressure 2.5 Case Drain
Forward to 45 mPa to 2.7 mPa to 45 mPa to 2.7 mPa to 2.7 mPa Pressure 0 to
(1000 to 6525 (370 to 400 (1000 to 6525 (370 to 400 (370 to 400 207 kPa (0 to
psi) psi) psi) psi) psi) 30 psi)
Power Rear Charge Charge Charge Charge Charge Wheel Motor
Axle ON Pressure 2.7 Pressure 2.7 Pressure 2.7 Pressure 2.7 Pressure 2.7 Case Drain
Neutral to 2.9 mPa to 2.9 mPa to 2.9 mPa to 2.9 mPa to 2.9 mPa Pressure 0 to
(392 to 420 (392 to 420 (392 to 420 (392 to 420 (392 to 420 207 kPa (0 to
psi) psi) psi) psi) psi) 30 psi)
Power Rear Charge System Charge System Charge Wheel Motor
Axle ON Pressure 2.5 Pressure 6.9 Pressure 2.5 Pressure 6.9 Pressure 2.5 Case Drain
Reverse to 2.7 mPa to 45 mPa to 2.7 mPa to 45 mPa to 2.7 mPa Pressure 0 to
(370 to 400 (1000 to 6525 (370 to 400 (1000 to 6525 (370 to 400 207 kPa (0 to
psi) psi) psi) psi) psi) 30 psi)
Power Rear System Charge Wheel Motor Wheel Motor Wheel Motor Charge
Axle OFF Pressure 6.9 Pressure 2.5 Case Drain Case Drain Case Drain Pressure 2.5
Forward to 45 mPa to 2.7 mPa Pressure 0 to Pressure 0 to Pressure 0 to to 2.7 mPa
(1000 to 6525 (370 to 400 207 kPa (0 to 207 kPa (0 to 207 kPa (0 to (370 to 400
psi) psi) 30 psi) 30 psi) 30 psi) psi)
Power Rear Charge Charge Wheel Motor Wheel Motor Wheel Motor Charge
Axle OFF Pressure 2.7 Pressure 2.7 Case Drain Case Drain Case Drain Pressure 2.7
Neutral to 2.9 mPa to 2.9 mPa Pressure 0 to Pressure 0 to Pressure 0 to to 2.9 mPa
(392 to 420 (392 to 420 207 kPa (0 to 207 kPa (0 to 207 kPa (0 to (392 to 420
psi) psi) 30 psi) 30 psi) 30 psi) psi)
Power Rear Charge System Wheel Motor Wheel Motor Wheel Motor Charge
Axle OFF Pressure 2.5 Pressure 6.9 Case Drain Case Drain Case Drain Pressure 2.5
Reverse to 2.7 mPa to 45 mPa Pressure 0 to Pressure 0 to Pressure 0 to to 2.7 mPa
(370 to 400 (1000 to 6525 207 kPa (0 to 207 kPa (0 to 207 kPa (0 to (370 to 400
psi) psi) 30 psi) 30 psi) 30 psi) psi)

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Test Procedure No. 1

2
D-6481

FIG. 341
FIG. 341: Problem: Power rear axle performance poor. NOTE: Refer to the PRESSURE CHART in this section
for the correct range of test pressures.
Cause: Excessive case drain leakage: Equa-Trac II valve
has a defect; Not enough charge pressure. • The probable cause of the charge pressure
decreasing below 689.4 kPa (100 psi) is excessive
First make sure that the outside of the Equa-Trac II valve case leakage within the hydrostatic system. This
is free from any dirt or grease. excessive leakage can be caused by either the power
IMPORTANT: Dirt must NOT be permitted to enter the rear axle components or the hydrostatic transmission
valve when removing any of the valve of the combine.
components. The following specifications will determine if the problem
IMPORTANT: When removing plugs make sure that the is with in the power rear axle system:
internal parts of the valve are not lost. • Leakage from the rear wheel motors must not be
Install a 69 mPa (10 000 psi) pressure gauge in both the more than 5.6 l/min (1.5 gal/min) with the machine
forward (1) and reverse (2) system pressure test gauge moving at system pressure.
ports. • The Equa-Trac II valve leakage must not be more
Install a 3.4 mPa (500 psi) pressure gauge in both the than 3.7 l/min (1.0 gal/min).
engage (3) and disengage (4) pilot pressure test gauge
If excessive leakage occurs, refer to the wheel motor
ports. service instructions and repair or replace the wheel motor
With power rear axle turned to ON, record the pressure or replace the Equa-Trac II valve.
readings with the machine moving forward and then in
If the leakage is within specification for the power rear
reverse. axle, then components within the main hydrostatic system
• Poor performance of the machine can occur if charge of the combine can have excessive leakage or faulty high
pressure drops below 689.4 kPa (100 psi). When this pressure relief system.
occurs, system pressure is not permitted to increase
high enough to keep the machine moving.

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Test Procedure No. 2

3
4
2

D-6482

FIG. 342
FIG. 342: Problem: Power rear axle not operating.
Cause: Solenoid valve not working.
Turn ignition switch to the ON position. DO NOT start the
engine. Have an assistant operate the ON-OFF power
rear axle switch.
A noise must be heard at the solenoid, indicating that the
solenoid valve spool is shifting properly.
• If a noise is not heard, check for a possible loose wire
connection at the terminal of the solenoid valve and
at the power rear axle switch in the cab.
Also check for a bad ground at the solenoid valve. The
solenoid valve gets ground through the Equa-Trac II valve
body.
The ground can be tested by connecting a jumper wire (2)
between the coil mounting nut (3) on the solenoid and the
frame (4) of the combine.
• If the solenoid valve operates properly using a jumper
wire, check the area under the heads of the bolts
fastening the Equa-Trac II valve body to the mounting
bracket. Make sure there is a clean metal to metal
surface with no paint or grease.
• If a noise is still not heard, complete an electrical
resistance check on the solenoid valve coil (1) to
determine if the coil has a defect. The coil resistance
must be 7-9 ohms.
• If the solenoid valve still does not shift after checking
for secure wire connections and acceptable coil
resistance, replacement of the solenoid valve is
necessary.

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Test Procedure No. 3

4
3
1

D-6483

FIG. 343
FIG. 343: Problem: Power rear axle not operating.
Cause: Selector spool not shifting in the Equa-Trac II
valve.
First make sure that the outside of the Equa-Trac II valve
is free from any dirt or grease. Dirt must NOT be
permitted to enter the valve when removing any of the
valve components.
Install 69 mPa (10 000 psi) pressure gauges in both the
forward (1) and reverse (2) test gauge ports and the
forward and reverse high pressure lines between the
Equa-Trac II valve and wheel motors.
Install 3.4 mPa (500 psi) pressure gauges in both the
engage (3) and disengage (4) pilot pressure test gauge
ports.
Record the pressures with the machine moving and with
power rear axle ENGAGED then with power rear axle
DISENGAGED.
NOTE: Refer to the PRESSURE CHART in this section
for the correct range of test pressures.
• If pilot pressure readings are NOT correct, then check
the solenoid valve to be sure that the valve is shifting
properly.
NOTE: Refer to TEST PROCEDURE NO. 2.
• If pilot pressure readings are correct, but forward and
reverse line pressures to the rear wheel motors are
NOT correct, then the selector spool in the Equa-Trac
II valve is not shifting.

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FIG. 344: Remove the large hex plug from the pilot
pressure to disengage port (1). 3
Disconnect steel tube (2) at the tee fitting on the opposite
side of the Equa-Trac II valve.
Remove the large hex plug and fitting assembly (3) and
check for free movement of the selector spool in the bore.
• If the selector spool does not move freely, remove the
spool from the selector spool bore and check for
excessive wear on the spool or in the spool bore.
Install the selector spool in the bore of the valve body
and check again for free movement of the selector 2
spool. 1
• If the spool continues to stick, replace the complete D-6484

Equa-Trac II valve assembly. FIG. 344

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POWER REAR AXLE - TWO SPEED

General Information
FIG. 345: The power rear axle is an extension of the
combine hydrostatic propulsion drive system.
The switch (1) is a three position rocker switch; O-Off,
H-High, L-Low.
NOTE: Removal, installation, and service of the combine
hydrostatic propulsion system can be found in
the Hydraulics Division.

1
P0102118

FIG. 345
FIG. 346: The power rear axle with adjustable tread
width is optional equipment.
The tread width can be adjusted from 320 to 419.1 cm
(126 to 165 in) according to the steering tire size.

L831064

FIG. 346

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2 2
71409648a

FIG. 347

FIG. 347: The steering system uses a drag link tie rod
assembly (1) located in front of the axle. The steering
cylinders (2) are two double acting cylinders located at the
rear of the axle.
NOTE: Removal, installation, and service for the steering
cylinders can be found in the Hydraulics Division,
Steering Cylinders section.
FIG. 348: Steering is controlled through a power
steering control unit (1) located under the cab.
Hydraulic fluid is sent to the steering cylinders through
this unit to control the combine steering.
NOTE: Specifications, removal, installation, and service
1
for the steering control unit can be found in the
Hydraulics Division, Power Steering Control Unit
section.

H627015

FIG. 348

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Power Rear Axle Identification
FIG. 349: Be sure to correctly identify the power rear
axle when ordering repair parts.
An identification tag (1) is located on the right-hand rear
side of the axle extension and contains the following;
Manufacturer TUTHILL Transport Technologies (MUD
HOG®)
Serial No. XXXXXX
1

LB01103

FIG. 349

1
71409648a

FIG. 350

FIG. 350: The power rear axle serial number (1) is also
stamped on the top right-hand rear of the axle center
member assembly.
Serial No. XXXXXX

Power Rear Axle Wheel Motor

Identification
FIG. 351: An identification tag (1) is located above the
steering arm mounting pad on the right-hand rear top
surface. The identification tag contains several numbers 1
for properly identifying a wheel motor.
An identification tag is located above the steering arm
mounting pad on the left-hand front top surface.
Be sure to correctly identify the wheel motor when
ordering repair parts.

LB01104

FIG. 351

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FIG. 352: On the first line of the tag is the manufacturer.
On the second line is the Poclain commercial code
identifying the axle. On the third line is the Poclain part
number followed by the TUTHILL Transport Technologies
(MUD HOG®) part number. On the fourth line is the unit
number followed by the Poclain serial number.
• Manufacturer…………….POCLAIN HYDRAULICS
• XXXXX-X-XXX-XXX-XXXX-XXX - Commercial Code
• P/No. XXXXXXXXXX - Poclain Part Number / Rev.
XXXXXX - TUTHILL Transport Technologies Part
Number
• No. XXX / SNo. XXXXXX - Poclain Serial Number d-xxx3

FIG. 352

Basic Motor Specifications

FIG. 353: Basic wheel motor specifications:
Full Displacement: 1885 cu cm/rev (115 cu in/rev)
Half Displacement: 837 cu cm/rev (51 cu in/rev)
Number of pistons: 16
Type of Piston: Standard
Maximum Operating Pressure: 450 bar (6500 psi)

L831055

FIG. 353

Power Rear Axle Performance

FIG. 354: For the best performance use the power rear
axle at all times when working in the field.
The operator will add these advantages:
1. The propulsion drive will be operating at lower system
pressures. This will help to extend the life of the main
hydrostatic transmission and powertrain.
2. The operator will have better steering by powering the
rear steerable wheels.
3. The temperature of the hydrostatic oil will normally be
lower as a result of running the combine at lower
system pressures.
L831062
For roading the machine, the operator can switch the
power rear axle from low (L) to high (H) and then to off (O) FIG. 354
to reach higher road speeds. The cam lobe motors
automatically free wheel when the power rear axle is
turned off. There is no limit to the distance the machine
can be driven on the road at one time.

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FIG. 355: A power rear axle equipped combine has
more overall traction to help get through tough field
conditions such as heavy mud or soft, sandy soil.
The operator will also be able to keep better steering
control in slippery conditions or on hillsides. Even in less
muddy conditions with all four wheels driving, the
machine will roll over the field with less rutting.
When the power rear axle is engaged, the selector valve
sends some of the oil flow from the hydrostatic pump to
the rear wheel motors. The oil flows to the path where
resistance is the least until the hydrostatic pressure is
balanced. This balance is between the hydrostatic motor
on the main transmission and the rear wheel motors. L831064

The two speed wheel motors will make the slow down or FIG. 355
the increase in travel speed less sudden.
For field conditions, the operator can switch the power
rear axle from off to high and then to low for higher wheel
torque and lower speed.
FIG. 356: The rear wheel motors have a fixed
displacement so the amount of wheel torque is
determined only by hydrostatic pressure.
As long as all four wheels keep good traction, the pump
will provide enough flow at the pressure that is required to
keep a desired speed.

L831060

FIG. 356
FIG. 357: If one or both of the front wheels start to spin
because of loss of traction, most of the oil then flows to
the hydrostatic motor on the main transmission. The
pressure to the rear wheels is greatly reduced. It is
important to keep traction with the front wheels in order to
have the most help from the rear wheels.
Front wheel spin out can be stopped by shifting to the next
higher gear, to reduce the amount of torque at the front
wheels, or by lightly applying the brakes.

J505112

FIG. 357

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FIG. 358: Front tire traction is changed by the type and
size of tire used.
The soil types and operating conditions can change from
day to day. No one tire will work for all conditions. Local
experience is normally the best guide.

J505050

FIG. 358

Power Rear Axle Electrical

Components and Controls
FIG. 359: The power rear axle can be engaged by the
use of a switch (1) located in the right-hand seat mounted
control console.
NOTE: Electrical schematics, fuse locations, etc. can be
found in the Electrical division.
When the switch is in the high or the low position, power is
sent to the solenoid valve at the selector valve. The
selector valve, mounted on the axle, controls the on and
off condition of the rear axle.
When the switch is in the high position (half motor
displacement), power also is sent to one solenoid on each 1
wheel motor.
P0102118
When the switch is in the low position (full motor FIG. 359
displacement), power only is sent to the solenoid at the
On/Off selector valve mounted on the axle.
FIG. 360: There are two wires (1) to the solenoid valve
on the selector valve on the front side of the rear axle. 4
The electrical circuit from the off-high-low switch on the 2
console is routed down to the solenoid (2) on the selector
valve (3) and connected by a Weatherpack connector (4).
A quick check can be done to be sure that the wires are
properly connected. With the ignition switch on, have an
assistant push the low-high-off switch to high (do not start
the engine). There will be a distinct click heard, indicating 3 1
the solenoid is working properly.

L831062

FIG. 360

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FIG. 361: There are two wires (1) to the solenoid valve
on the 2-speed valve on each wheel motor.
1
The electrical circuit from the off-high-low switch on the
console is routed down to the solenoid on the 2-speed
valve (2) and connected by a Weatherpack connector.
A quick check can be done to be sure that the wires are
properly connected. With the ignition switch on, have an
assistant push the low-high-off switch to high (do not start
the engine). There will be a distinct click heard, indicating
the solenoid is working properly.
2

L831060

FIG. 361

3
1

D-6344

FIG. 362

FIG. 362: The solenoid valves contain a 12-volt coil (1)

that engages a plunger within a cartridge (2) when
energized.
Passages (3) in the cartridge are opened or closed by the
movement of the plunger. The valve sends charge
pressure oil (supplied by the combine charge pump) to a
selector spool within the selector valve through an internal
shuttle spool (no external charge pressure hose is used).
When the solenoid coil is energized, charge pressure oil
is sent through the open passages in the cartridge to one
end of the selector spool.
In the selector valve, the charge pressure oil moves the
selector spool toward an engaged or on position to
operate the power rear axle system. When the solenoid
valve coil is not energized, the charge pressure oil moves
the selector spool toward a disengaged or off position.
When the solenoid valve in the 2-speed motor valve is
energized, charge pressure oil moves the selector spool
toward an engaged or half displacement high position.
When the solenoid valve coil is not energized, the charge
pressure oil moves the selector spool toward a
disengaged or full displacement low position.

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Hydrostatic Circuitry Description
High Pressure (379 to 476 bar or 5500 to 7000psi)

7 8
1
10
9
12 2

11
6

3 2 1
d-9632

FIG. 363

FIG. 363: High pressure hoses carry hydraulic fluid The wheel motor case drain (6) needs to be routed
under high system pressure (414 bar (6000 psi) working through a check valve (7) that will generate 103.4 to 137.9
pressure) to provide wheel motor torque. kPa (15 to 20 Psi) in the case of the motors to keep the
pistons in when free wheeling.
High pressure replacement hoses need to be four spiral
wire braid reinforced or equivalent.

m
CAUTION: Never replace high pressure
hoses with two or three spiral wire braid
hoses. These types of hoses are not
designed to withstand the high operating
pressures in a hydrostatic system.

(1) 2-Speed Motor

(2) Flow Limiter
(3) Selector Valve
(4) From Propulsion Pump - Reverse
(5) From Propulsion Pump - Forward
(6) Motor Case Drain to Reservoir
(7) Check Valve - 103.4 kPa (15 psi)
(8) Check Valve - 34.5 kPa (5 psi)
(9) Case Drain From Propulsion Motor and Rotor Motor
(10) To Oil Cooler
(11) Sector Valve Drain to Reservoir
(12) Reservoir

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Wheel Motors to Selector Valve
FIG. 364: The hoses are identified as seen from the rear
of the machine (1). The inner hoses (2) on top of each 1
rear wheel motor carry high pressure oil to the motors for 2
forward operation of the combine.
The outer hoses (3) carry high pressure oil to the rear
wheel motors for reverse operation of the combine.

LB01106

FIG. 364
FIG. 365: The forward motor hoses (2) connect to the
top outlet fittings on the selector valve (1). 2
The reverse motor hoses (3) connect to the bottom outlet
fittings on the selector valve (1).
The flow regulators (4) provide an equal traction in both
forward and reverse operation modes.
NOTE: Selecting the wrong high pressure ports will
cause the rear wheels to have opposite rotation
to that of the front wheels or in relation to each
other. If this occurs, switch the hoses at the
motors or the valve to correct the rotation 3 1
direction.
4

LB02111

FIG. 365

Selector Valve to Main Hydrostatic

Transmission
FIG. 366: The propulsion pump supplies high pressure
oil for the power rear axle. The high pressure hose (1)
from the top work port (B) of the propulsion pump must be
3
connected to the bottom inlet port R (Reverse) on the
selector valve (2).
The high pressure hose (3) from the propulsion pump
bottom work port (A) must be connected to the top F
(Forward) inlet port (port located nearest to the solenoid)
on the selector valve.
1

2
LB02110

FIG. 366

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FIG. 367: Manifold (port) adapter blocks (1) and (2)
installed on the propulsion pump work ports provide high 3
pressure outlets for the power rear axle. The high B
pressure hose (3) from the top work port (B) of the
propulsion pump must be connected to the bottom inlet
port R (Reverse) on the selector valve. A
1
The high pressure hose (4) from the propulsion pump
bottom work port (A) must be connected to the top F
(Forward) inlet port (port located nearest to the solenoid) 4
on the selector valve.
2
NOTE: Selecting the wrong high pressure ports will
cause the rear wheels to have opposite rotation
to that of the front wheels. If this occurs, switch LB28238
the hoses at the pump or the valve to correct the FIG. 367
rotation direction.

Case Drain Return

FIGS. 368–369: The motor case drain hoses (1) carry
rear wheel motor leakage from the wheel motors to a
hydraulic tee fitting at the selector valve. The case drain
return line (2) carries the rear wheel motor leakage back
to a 103.4 kPa (15 psi) check valve and then to the
hydraulic reservoir.
The drain hose (3) carries the solenoid valve drain oil to
the reservoir. 1

L831060

FIG. 368

1
2
3
LB02113

FIG. 369

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FIG. 370: The wheel motor case drain needs to be
routed through a check valve (1) that will provide 103.4 to
137.9 kPa (15 to 20 psi) in the case of the motors to keep
the pistons in when free wheeling. The check valve is
located in the left-hand side of the engine compartment.
The check valve specifications are:
1
• Cracking Pressure - 103.4 kPa (15 psi)

M307017

FIG. 370

Operation Description
The power rear axle uses hydraulic oil flowing at three
different pressures: charge pressure, system pressure
and motor case drain (return) pressure.
NOTE: For a description of the operation of the Selector
Valve assembly, refer to the Selector Valve
section.
For a description of the operation of the Wheel Motor,
refer to the Power Rear Axle Wheel Motor section.

Charge Pressure 2.7 to 2.9 mPa (392 to 420 psi)

FIG. 371: Charge pressure is generated by the fixed
displacement charge pump in the propulsion pump.
There is always charge pressure on the return side of the
hydrostatic circuit. For example, in the forward operating
mode there is system pressure oil in the forward valve
cavity and charge pressure oil in the reverse cavity.

1
LB28236

FIG. 371

79032966 A Rev. 06-149

Power Rear Axle
System Pressure (414 bar (6000 psi) Working
Pressure)
FIG. 372: System operating pressure is generated by
the variable displacement propulsion pump and is sent to
the fixed displacement motors (at the transmission and 1
rear wheels).
The high pressure oil flow divides at the manifold adapter
blocks (1). A part of the oil flow flows to the hydrostatic
motor on the transmission and the remainder flows to the
selector valve. The oil flow is again divided to drive the
right-hand and the left-hand rear wheel motors.

LB28238

FIG. 372

System Off - Forward or Reverse

FIG. 373: When the rear wheel drive system is off and
the main hydrostatic transmission is in neutral, charge
pressure 2.7 to 2.9 mPa (392 to 420 psi) above case
pressure, is supplied to the selector valve through an
internal shuttle spool.
Spring pressure holds the main selector spool in the off
position; preventing the supply of high pressure oil to the
rear wheel motors.
If the main hydrostatic transmission is in a forward or a
reverse operation mode, high pressure will reach the
selector valve. The pressure in all of the hoses between
the selector valve, the wheel motors, and the reservoir will
remain at 103.4 to 137.9 kPa (15 to 20 psi) case drain P0102118
pressure. FIG. 373

System On - Forward
FIG. 374: When the power rear axle system is in the low
or high (ON) mode, the solenoid coil at the selector valve
is energized.
Charge pressure oil, in the reverse supply hose, first
moves the selector spool in the valve toward the on
position. After the first flow of charge pressure oil to the
wheel motors, more movement of the selector spool
opens ports connected to the forward side of the
propulsion drive pump.
The high pressure oil flow is equally split between the two
rear wheel motors as the oil passes through the forward
flow regulators in the selector valve forward ports. The oil
flow returns from the rear wheel motors at charge P0102118
pressure. The oil flow passes through the reverse side of FIG. 374
the selector valve and back to the propulsion drive pump.
Case drain return oil flows from the rear wheel motors
through a 103.4 kPa (15 psi) check valve back to the
hydraulic reservoir.
Valve drain return oil flows from the selector valve directly
back to the hydraulic reservoir.

06-150 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
System On - Reverse
FIG. 375: Oil flow in the reverse mode is similar to the oil
flow in the forward mode, except that the flow of oil in the
high pressure lines flows in the opposite direction.
High pressure oil is sent from the reverse side of the
hydrostatic pump to the reverse inlet port of the selector
valve. The high pressure oil flow is equally split between
the two rear wheel motors as the oil passes through the
reverse flow regulators in the selector valve reverse ports.
Oil flow returns from the forward inlet ports of the rear
wheel motors at charge pressure. The oil flow passes
through the forward side of the selector valve and back to
the propulsion drive pump.
P0102118
Case drain return oil flows from the rear wheel motors
through the 103.4 kPa (15 psi) check valve back to the FIG. 375
hydraulic reservoir.
Valve drain return oil flows from the selector valve directly
back to the hydraulic reservoir.

Rear Wheel Lug Bolt Torque

FIG. 376: A combine equipped with a power rear axle
uses ten wheel bolts per wheel. 1
Torque the wheel bolts (1) to 813 Nm (600 lbf ft). After
operating for one hour, check the torque on all wheel
bolts. Check the torque every ten hours, until the wheel
bolts remain tight. After the first ten hours, check the
wheel bolts every 100 hours of operation.
IMPORTANT: Periodic checks need to be made to make
sure the bolts are tight.

LB02122

FIG. 376

79032966 A Rev. 06-151

Power Rear Axle
Rear Wheel Motor Axle Bearings

2
1

d-9943a

FIG. 377

FIG. 377: The outer axle bearing of each rear wheel is

lubricated with grease in a permanently sealed cavity (1).
The hydraulic oil in the wheel motor case (2) lubricates
the inner axle bearing of each rear wheel motor.
No maintenance is required on either bearing.
NOTE: For the service procedure refer to the Power
Rear Axle Wheel Motor section in this Division.

06-152 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Wheel Motor Steering Pin Bushings

1 2

7 6
8 9

9
8 7
d-12719

FIG. 378

FIG. 378: Wheel Motor Steering Pin Bushings The wheel motor drive assemblies are designed for long
Disassembled View service life. The steering pin bushings must be
periodically lubricated and the rear wheel drive units must
1. Outer Tube
be cleaned on a regular interval.
2. Inner Tube
NOTE: For the service procedure refer to the Power
3. Top Pin Rear Axle Wheel Motor section.
4. Bottom Pin In most cases, complete disassembly of the rear wheel
drives for replacement of the steering pin, bushings, and
5. C-Frame the thrust washers will not be necessary. Disassembly will
6. Seal Covers be required:
7. Environmental Seal • If the drive axle has seen a large amount of use.
8. Thrust Washer • If the drive axle has been operated frequently in
extremely dusty, sandy or wet/muddy field conditions.
9. Bushing
• If the wheel drives have not been cleaned and the
steering pins have not been lubricated on a regular
interval.

79032966 A Rev. 06-153

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 379: Every 50 Hours Of Machine Operation:
Lubricate the steering pin bushings by putting high quality
bearing grease into the top and bottom grease fittings (1)
until the grease can be seen coming from the seal area.
The fittings are located at each wheel motor bushing in
the front support housing. 1
The grease will enter into the inside diameter of the
bushings and the grease slots of the thrust washers. This
supplies proper lubrication for the steering movement of
the wheel motor assembly.

L831057

FIG. 379

Adjusting Rear Axle Height

FIG. 380: The axle height is adjusted by fastening the
C-frame (1) to the extension end plate (2) in different
positions.
The combine is assembled at the factory with the wheel
drives in the high position (low clearance). Eight bolts and
washers are used to fasten the C-frame to the extension
end plate in this position. There are also two dowels
between the C-frame and the extension end plate.
A permanent high strength retaining compound is applied 2 1
to the bolts and the bolts are torqued to 407 to 475 Nm
(300 to 350 lbf ft).

L831058

FIG. 380
FIG. 381: Park the combine in an area equipped for
drainage. Wash heavy dirt and grease from the axle,
wheel motor, and the motor mounting frame.

LB29275

FIG. 381

06-154 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 382: Properly position the combine before
beginning to remove the power rear axle assembly.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under the combine:
Locate the combine on a flat, hard, level
surface.
Put the transmission in neutral.
Set the parking brake.
Lower the header completely to the ground
or the floor.
Turn off the engine and remove the start J326008
key. FIG. 382
Put a block in front of and a block behind
front drive tires.

FIG. 383: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1). Support the center section (2) with solid
wooden blocks or steel support stands (3) located equal
distance on the left-hand and the right-hand side of the 4
axle assembly pivot pin (4).
IMPORTANT: It is recommended that one wheel motor
be removed and serviced at a time. Cleanliness
is most important in servicing the wheel motor.
Always use clean tools and keep opened
surfaces free of dirt.
3 2 3

1
LA26069

FIG. 383
FIG. 384: Remove the ten wheel bolts (1) fastening each
rear wheel to the hub. Remove both wheel assemblies
from the work area. 1

LB02122

FIG. 384

79032966 A Rev. 06-155

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 385: Remove the cotter pin (1) and remove the
slotted nut (2) fastening the tie rod socket to the front
steering arm (3). Remove the socket assembly from the
steering arm using a ball joint or tie rod separator.

2 1

3
L831059

FIG. 385
FIG. 386: Remove the cotter pin (1) and remove the
slotted nut (2) fastening the cylinder socket to the steering
arm (3). Remove the socket assembly from the rear drag
link using a ball joint or tie rod separator.
1
2

L831055

FIG. 386
FIG. 387: Provide enough extra length of the 2-speed
solenoid harness (1), the motor supply hoses (2), and the
case drain hose (3) to permit the wheel drive to be
removed from the extension plate a short distance.
2

3
LA27093

FIG. 387

06-156 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 388: Using suitable lifting equipment, support the
rear wheel motor C-frame (3) while removing the
mounting bolts (1) fastening the rear wheel motor to the 3
extension plate (2).
2

m
CAUTION: The rear wheel motor is very
heavy. Use extreme care when removing
and handling the wheel motor to prevent
personal injury and damage to the wheel
motor and fittings.

Remove the hardware fastening the axle extension (2) to 1

the wheel motor C-frame (3).
NOTE: The axle extension is doweled to the C-frame D-9681
using two dowels and the capscrews have been FIG. 388
locked at the factory using a high strength
retaining compound.
Carefully remove the wheel drive C-frame from the
extension plate until the two dowels have disengaged.
FIG. 389: Lower the wheel drive assemble in relation to
the extension plate equal to the vertical distance 112 mm
(4.409 in) between two sets of holes. 1
NOTE: Note that only six of the bolts and washers can be
2
used in the high clearance (wheel motors low)
position. There are also two dowels between the
C-frame and the extension plate that need to
remain in the existing extension plate holes.
Clean and apply Primer N to the threads in the C-frame
(3) and the capscrews used to fasten the axle extension
to the C-frame. Permit the Primer N to dry. Apply four
drops of high strength retaining compound to the threads
of the capscrews (1).
3
D-9680

Use the two dowels to align the bolt holes. FIG. 389
Fasten the axle extension (2) to the C-frame (3) using two
dowels and six capscrews with plain washers. Torque the
capscrews to 407 to 475 Nm (300 to 350 lbf ft).
FIG. 390: Install the tie rod socket assembly (4) into the
front steering arm (3). Fasten the socket assembly using
the slotted nut (2).
The tapered ball sockets (4) at the end of both tie rod
assemblies need to be tight at all times.
2 1
The tapered ball sockets (4) must be checked about every
four hours the first day, then every day the first week.
Torque the slotted nuts, on the tie rod tapered ball
sockets, to 190 Nm (140 lbf ft). Then tighten the slotted
nut until the nearest slot in the nut aligns with the cotter
pin hole in the socket assembly. Install the cotter pin (1). 3
Soon the tapered surface work hardens and cannot be 4
L831059
tightened.
FIG. 390

79032966 A Rev. 06-157

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 391: Install the cylinder socket assembly (4) into the
rear steering arm (3). Fasten the socket assembly using
the slotted nut (2).
The tapered ball sockets (4) at the end of both cylinder
assemblies need to be tight at all times.
1
The tapered ball sockets (4) need to be checked about 2
every four hours the first day, then every day the first
week. Torque the slotted nuts, on the cylinder tapered ball 3
sockets, to 190 Nm (140 lbf ft). Then tighten the slotted
nut until the nearest slot in the nut aligns with the cotter
pin hole in the socket assembly. Install the cotter pin (1).
4
Soon the tapered surface work hardens and cannot be
L831055
tightened.
FIG. 391
FIG. 392: Inspect and make any corrections necessary
to the routing of the 2-speed solenoid harness (1), the
motor supply hoses (2), and the case drain hose (3).

3
LA27093

FIG. 392
FIG. 393: Install the rear wheel onto the hub. Fasten the
wheel using the ten lug bolts (1). 1
Torque the wheel bolts (1) to 813 Nm (600 lbf ft). After
operating for one hour, check the torque on all wheel
bolts. Check the torque every ten hours, until the wheel
bolts remain tight. After the first ten hours, check the
wheel bolts every 100 hours of operation.
Repeat the above procedure for the opposite wheel
motor.

LB02122

FIG. 393
FIG. 394: Locate suitable lifting equipment (1) under the
pivot pin centerline of the axle center section. Lift the rear
of the combine and remove the supports (2) from under
the rear of the combine.
Carefully remove the load on the lifting equipment and
remove the lifting equipment from under the axle center
section.
2 2

1
LA26069

FIG. 394

06-158 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 395: Check for proper toe-in and steering stop
settings.
Refer to the Adjusting Rear Wheel Toe-in section and
check the toe-in.
Refer to the Axle Stop Adjustment section and check the
steering stops.

L831064

FIG. 395

Wheel Motor C-Frame Mounting Bolts

FIG. 396: Check the torque of the mounting bolts (2)
fastening the wheel motor C-Frame (1) to the axle
extension (3). 3
NOTE: For the service procedure refer to the Power
Rear Axle Wheel Motor section. 1
If the bolts (2) are loose or removed, clean and apply
Primer N to the threads of the bolts. Permit the Primer N
to dry. Apply 4 drops of high strength retaining compound
to the threads and install the bolts. Torque the bolts to 406
to 474 Nm (300 to 350 lbf ft).
Also check the torque of the hydraulic hoses at the wheel
motors. 2
L831055
NOTE: Clean the drive assemblies regularly. Any leaks FIG. 396
that occur can be easily found with clean wheel
drive assemblies.

Adjusting Rear Axle Wheel Tread

(Width)
FIG. 397: The rear wheel tread (width) is measured from
center to center of the rear tires at ground level.
The tread width can be adjusted in 152.4 mm (6.0 in)
units from 320 to 419.1 cm (126 to 165 in) according to
the steering tire size.

L831058

FIG. 397

79032966 A Rev. 06-159

Power Rear Axle
Tread Adjustments

Number of Tread Adjustment

holes
showing Tire Sizes
per side
480/80R-30 480/85R-30 23.1 X 26 620/75R-26 750/65R-26 28L X 26
0 320 cm 320 cm 330.2 cm 330.2 cm 342.9 cm 342.9 cm
(126 in) (126 in) (130 in) (130 in) (135 in) (135 in)
1 335.25 cm 335.25 cm 345.44 cm 345.44 cm 358.14 cm 358.14 cm
(132 in) (132 in) (136 in) (136 in) (141 in) (141 in)
2 350.50 cm 350.50 cm 360.68 cm 360.68 cm 373.38 cm 373.38 cm
(138 in)* (138 in)* (142 in) (142 in) (147 in) (147 in)
3 365.75 cm 365.75 cm 375.92 cm 375.92 cm 388.62 cm 388.62 cm
(144 in)** (144 in)** (148 in)* (148 in)* (153 in)* (153 in)*
4 381 cm 381 cm 391.16 cm 391.16 cm 403.86 cm 403.86 cm
(150 in) (150 in) (154 in)** (154 in)** (159 in)** (159 in)**
5 396.25 cm 396.25 cm 406.4 cm 406.4 cm 419.1 cm 419.1 cm
(156 in) (156 in) (160 in) (160 in) (165 in) (165 in)
*Indicates the minimum tread for this tire size. The steering radius at this tread will be large.
**Indicates the minimum tread for the indicated tire where the maximum steering angle can be
reached.

FIG. 398: Properly position the combine before

beginning to adjust the tread width.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under the combine:
Locate the combine on a flat, hard, level
surface.
Put the transmission in neutral.
Set the parking brake.
Lower the header completely to the ground
or the floor.
Turn off the engine and remove the start J326008

key. FIG. 398

Put a block in front of and a block behind
each front drive tire.

FIG. 399: Lift the rear of combine with suitable lifting

equipment (1). Support the center section (2) with solid
wooden blocks or steel support stands (3) located equal
distance on the left-hand and the right-hand side of the
pivot pin (4).
4

2 3 3

1
LA26069

FIG. 399

06-160 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 400: The wheel motor hoses (1) have extra length
to work with the widest tread setting.
As the extensions are moved outward or inward, remove 2
the hose clamp (2) to permit lengthening or shortening of
the hoses.

LA26046

FIG. 400
FIG. 401: Remove the two capscrews (1), two clamp
washers (2), and the lock nuts locking the adjustable link 3
rod (3) in the steering link weldment (4). 1

2
4
LB28239

FIG. 401
FIG. 402: Remove the three lock nuts (1), spacers, and
capscrews fastening the right-hand cylinder anchor 1
bracket (2). Carefully lower the bracket with the base end
of the cylinder until the outer socket assembly carries the
weight.
Remove the four remaining lock nuts (3), spacers, and the
capscrews from the front side of the axle center section
retaining the axle extension. 3
The axle extension and the adjustable link rod can now be 3
moved at three inch units to reach the desired tread width.

m
WARNING: Do not extend the axle 2
extension assembly beyond three holes
LB28242
showing in the extension assembly.
FIG. 402

79032966 A Rev. 06-161

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 403: Install the four spacers and the four capscrews
(1) from the front side of the axle center section to fasten
the axle extension.
Loosely fasten the four capscrews (1) using lock nuts.
From the front side of the axle, install the three capscrews
(3) through the axle center section.
Position the cylinder anchor bracket (2) with the cylinder 1
onto the three capscrews (3). 3 1
Install the three lock nuts to fasten the axle extension and
the cylinder anchor. Torque all of the nuts to 393 to 420
Nm (290 to 310 lbf ft).
2
LB28242
Repeat the above procedure for the left-hand axle
extension. FIG. 403

IMPORTANT: Be sure that the left-hand and the right-

hand extensions have been extended equally.
There must be an equal number of holes
showing in each extension.
FIG. 404: Check that the link rod is adjusted for the
proper tire alignment. Install the two capscrews (1), two 1
clamp washers (2), and the lock nuts locking the
adjustable link rod (3) in the steering link weldment (4).
Torque the lock nuts to 103 Nm (76 lbf ft).
Refer to the Adjusting Rear Wheel Toe-in section in this
Division and check the toe-in.
Refer to the Axle Stop Adjustment section in this Division
and check the steering stops.
3 2 4

LB28239

FIG. 404
FIG. 405: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) under the pivot pin centerline of the center
section (2). Remove the support stands (3).
Carefully lower the combine rear wheels to the ground.
Remove the lifting equipment from under the rear axle.

3 3
2

1
LA26069

FIG. 405

06-162 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Adjusting Rear Wheel Toe-In
FIG. 406: Properly position the combine before
beginning to adjust toe-in.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under the combine:
Locate the combine on a flat, hard, level
surface.
Put the transmission in neutral.
Set the parking brake.
Lower the header completely to the ground
or the floor.
Turn off the engine and remove the start J326008
key. FIG. 406
Put a block in front of and a block behind
each front drive tire.

FIG. 407: Optional - Lift the rear of combine with suitable

lifting equipment (1) and support center section (2) with
solid wooden blocks or steel support stands (3) located
equal distance on left-hand and right-hand side of the
axle assembly pivot pin.

3 2
3

1
LA26069

FIG. 407
FIG. 408: The rear wheels need to have the proper
amount of toe-in, or steering control will be changed and
excessive tire wear will occur.
Position the rear wheels in the straight forward position. 2
Put a mark at the center of the tread at the rear and at the
front of each tire. The mark must be the same distance
above the ground as the center of the wheel hub flange.
Check the rear wheel toe-in by measuring the distance
between the two marks. Measure the front and the rear
sides of the tires. Subtract the front measurement from
the rear measurement to reach the amount of toe-in.
The distance (1) minus the distance (2) needs to be 6.3 to
9.5 mm (0.25 to 0.375 in).
IMPORTANT: The distance at the rear (1) needs to be
larger than the distance at the front (2). 1

D-6348

FIG. 408

79032966 A Rev. 06-163

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 409: To adjust the toe-in, loosen the jam nuts (1) on
the tie rod assembly (2). Turn the tie rod assembly to
lengthen or to shorten the length of the assembly as 2
required reaching the toe-in in the above range. Torque
the jam nuts (1) to 149 to 176 Nm (110 to 130 lbf ft).
IMPORTANT: Refer to the Axle Stop Adjustment section
and check the steering stops.

1 1

71369292

FIG. 409

Checking and Tightening Rear Wheel

Tie Rod Ends
FIG. 410: The tapered ball sockets (1) at the end of the
tie rod assembly need to be tight at all times.
The sockets need to be checked about every four hours
the first day and then every day the first week. Torque the
slotted nuts to 190 Nm (140 lbf ft). 1
Continue tightening until a slot lines up with the hole. Do
not loosen the nut to install the cotter pin.
Soon the tapered surface work hardens and cannot be
tightened.

L831059

FIG. 410

Wheel Stop Adjustment

FIG. 411: The adjustable wheel stops (1) need to be set
to take full advantage of the maximum steering angle that
is available. The steering needs to be limited to prevent
tire interference with the combine main frame, clean grain
elevator, sheet metal, etc.
1

L831059

FIG. 411

06-164 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 412: Properly position the combine before
beginning to adjust the cylinder and the stops.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under the combine:
Locate the combine on a flat, hard, level
surface.
Put the transmission in neutral.
Set the parking brake.
Lower the header completely to the ground
or the floor.
Turn off the engine and remove the start J326008
key. FIG. 412
Put a block in front of and a block behind
the front drive tires.

FIG. 413: The axle comes assembled from the factory

with full thread capscrews (1) as wheel stops and with no
holes showing (each side). Hardened flat washers are 2 1
located against the head of the capscrew followed by a
jam nut (2). The jam nut is tightened to clamp the
washers. Permanent retaining compound is applied to the
threads of the stop bolt. The stop bolt assembly is then
threaded into each C-frame (3) and torqued to 68 to 75
Nm (50 to 55 lbf ft). 3
The adjustable wheel stops need to be set to take full
advantage of the maximum steering angle that is
available. The steering needs to be limited to prevent tire
interference.
LB29263
IMPORTANT: Do not turn the wheels out. Turning the FIG. 413
wheels out puts too large a load on the motor and
does not help the turning radius. Widening out
the axle before adjusting the stops does help the
turning radius.
FIG. 414: Lift the right-hand end of the rear axle with
suitable lifting equipment (1) located under the axle to the
right of the pivot pin. Lift the right-hand outer end of the
rear axle until the axle center section (2) contacts the
right-hand oscillation stop.
NOTE: The axle center section must contact the
oscillation stop to reach maximum compression
of the oscillation stop.
2

1
LB29260

FIG. 414

79032966 A Rev. 06-165

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 415: Support the rear of the combine with solid
wooden blocks or a steel support (3) located under the
right-hand and the left-hand side of the weldment
assembly (4).
NOTE: An alternate axle oscillation procedure is to back 4
the right-hand steering tire up a ramp with the
left-hand steering tire over the edge of the ramp.

LB28256

FIG. 415
FIG. 416: Turn the combine steering wheel to a full
right-hand turn.
Watch the inside leading edge of the right-hand tire and
the inside trailing edge of the left-hand tire. Be sure there
is 38 to 50 mm (1.5 to 2.0 in) clearance between the tire
and the nearest contact point on the combine.

LB29265

FIG. 416
FIG. 417: Adjust the axle stop bolt (1) until 38 to 50 mm
(1.5 to 2.0 in) clearance is reached between the tires and
the nearest contact point on the combine or until the 1
maximum steering angle is reached.
With the head of the stop bolt touching the steering arm,
determine the number of washers to be added to or
removed from the stop bolt assembly.
Add or remove the necessary washers and clamp the
washers with the jam nut. Apply permanent retaining
compound to the threads of the stop bolt. Install the stop
bolt assembly and torque the stop bolt assembly to 68 to
75 Nm (50 to 55 lbf ft).
LB29267

FIG. 417
FIG. 418: Repeat the procedure for a full left-hand turn.
Turn the combine steering wheel to a full left-hand turn.
Watch the inside leading edge of the left-hand tire and the
inside trailing edge of the right-hand tire. Be sure there is
38 to 50 mm (1.5 to 2.0 in) clearance between the tires
and the nearest contact point on the combine.

LB29271

FIG. 418

06-166 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIGS. 419–420: Slowly lower the right-hand outer end of
the rear axle until the combine is fully supported on the
steel support stands (1). Remove the lifting equipment (2)
and locate the lifting equipment under the opposite side of
the axle.

LB29260

FIG. 419

LB28256

FIG. 420
FIG. 421: Repeat the above procedure for full rear axle
oscillation against the left-hand axle oscillation stop.
If necessary, adjust the axle stop bolt (1) until 38 to 50 mm
(1.5 to 2.0 in) clearance is reached between the tires and 1
the nearest contact point on the combine or until the
maximum steering angle is reached.

LB29272

FIG. 421
FIG. 422: Slowly lower the left-hand outer end of the rear
axle until the combine is fully supported on the steel
support stands (1).

LB28258

FIG. 422

79032966 A Rev. 06-167

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 423: Remove the lifting equipment (1) and locate
the lifting equipment under the pivot pin centerline of the
center section. Lift the rear of the combine with lifting
equipment and remove the support stands (2).
Carefully lower the combine rear wheels to the ground.
Remove the lifting equipment from under the rear axle.

2
2
1

LA26069

FIG. 423

Axle Removal
FIG. 424: Park the combine in an area equipped for
drainage. Wash any heavy dirt and grease from the axle,
wheel motor, and the motor mounting frame.

LB29275

FIG. 424
FIG. 425: Properly position the combine before
beginning to remove the power rear axle assembly.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under the combine:
Locate the combine on a flat, hard, level
surface.
Put the transmission in neutral.
Set the parking brake.
Lower the header completely to the ground
or the floor.
Turn off the engine and remove the start J326008
key. FIG. 425
Put a block in front of and a block behind
front drive tires.

06-168 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 426: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) located under the pivot pin centerline of the
center section. Lift the combine until the weight is
removed from the rear wheels.

LB28255

FIG. 426
FIG. 427: Support the rear of the combine with solid
wooden blocks or steel support stands (2) located under
the left-hand and the right-hand side of the frame
weldment assembly (1). 1
NOTE: An alternate procedure to remove the axle
assembly from the combine is to lift the rear of
the combine to where the axle assembly can be
lowered from the rear axle support weldment and
rolled out from under the combine on the wheels.
Remove the load on the lifting equipment, but do not 2
remove the lifting equipment from under the axle center
section at this time.
LB28256

FIG. 427
FIG. 428: Remove the wheel bolts (1) fastening each
rear wheel to the hub. Remove both wheels from the work
area.

LB02122

FIG. 428
FIG. 429: Remove the cotter pin locking each castle nut
(1) fastening the cylinder socket assemblies. Remove the
castle nut from both of the socket assemblies at the ends
of the cylinders.
Remove each cylinder from the anchor on the axle 1
assembly and the spindle arm using a ball joint or tie rod
separator. Leave the cylinders with the combine.
NOTE: It is not necessary to disconnect the hydraulic
lines from the steering cylinders if repair of the
cylinder is not needed.

L831055

FIG. 429

79032966 A Rev. 06-169

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 430: Remove the capscrew (1) fastening the hose
clamp (2) to the hitch weldment. Locate the hoses with
the clamp away from the work area.
1
2

LA26046

FIG. 430
FIG. 431: If the cylinders are not being removed from the
axle, identify the supply hoses, rod end (1) hose and base
end (2) hose, and disconnect the hoses at the left-hand
cylinder.
Cap or plug the open hoses and hydraulic fittings to 1 2
prevent fluid loss and contamination of the hydraulic
system.

LB28247

FIG. 431
FIG. 432: Remove the pivot pin lubrication line (1) from
the 90-degree elbow in the pivot pin. Locate the
lubrication line away from the work area.
1
Remove the 90 degree elbow from the pivot pin.

LA26045

FIG. 432
FIG. 433: Remove the six hex flange screws (1)
fastening the hitch weldment (2) to the rear axle support
weldment. Remove the hitch weldment from the support.
1

LA26048

FIG. 433

06-170 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 434: Remove the wire tie (4) fastening the wiring
harness from the solenoid on both motors. Disconnect the
connectors (5).
Identify the high pressure supply hoses, Reverse (1) and
2
Forward (2), and disconnect the hoses from both motors. 1
Identify the case drain hose (3) and disconnect the hose
from both motors.
4
Plug the ends of hoses and cap the ports to the motors to
prevent contamination of the hydraulic system.
IMPORTANT: Cleanliness is necessary when installing
or servicing hydraulic components. When 3 5
disconnecting hydraulic components, areas
LA27093
around the connections need to be steam
cleaned or washed with solvent so that FIG. 434
contamination will not enter the system. Always
keep hoses, connections, and ports capped or
covered to keep contamination out of the system.
FIG. 435: Remove the four capscrews and lock nuts (1)
fastening the selector valve and valve mounting bracket
(2) to the rear axle support. 1
Locate the valve with the hoses out of the work area to be
able to put a drift on the end of the axle pivot pin.

L831062

FIG. 435
FIG. 436: Lift the axle assembly with suitable lifting
equipment located under the pivot pin centerline of the
center section (1). Lift the axle assembly until the weight
is removed from the pivot pin (2) supporting the axle
assembly.

2
1

LA26069

FIG. 436

79032966 A Rev. 06-171

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 437: Remove the capscrew (1) that fastens the axle
pivot pin in the front pivot block of rear axle support
weldment (2). Using a steel drift located at the front of the
pivot pin, drive the pivot pin to the rear from the rear axle
support weldment and center section.
1

m
CAUTION: The axle assembly is heavy and
awkward, keep fingers and hands away
from pinch points. Use a drift or a steel bar
to remove the pin.

2
LA26051

FIG. 437

FIG. 438: Catch the two thrust washers (1) as the axle
assembly (2) is removed from the combine. Carefully and
slowly lower the axle assembly from the rear axle support.
Remove the axle from under the combine.

1
71410899c

FIG. 438

Axle Installation
FIG. 439: If the axle pivot bushings (1) were removed,
position new bushings into the front and the rear pivot
tube bore of the center section (2). Press the bushings 1 2
into the pivot tube until the bushings are flush with the end
of the pivot tube.

1
71389394

FIG. 439

06-172 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 440: Locate the axle assembly with the steering
cylinders to the rear and the tie rod facing forward when
installed in the combine.

71412180

FIG. 440
FIG. 441: Using suitable lifting equipment, position the
axle assembly (2) up into the rear axle support assembly
(1). Align the axle pivot bore with the pivot pin mounting
holes.

m
CAUTION: The axle assembly is heavy and
awkward, keep fingers and hands away
from pinch points. Use a drift or steel bar to
align the pivot holes.

Be sure that the lubrication hose fitting and the passage in

1 3
the axle pivot pin (3) take grease.
Apply a layer of grease to the axle pivot pin and the two 5
thrust washers (4).
Install the front thrust washer between the front of the axle
support and the axle assembly aligned with the axle pivot.
Position the pivot pin at the front of the axle with the 4 4
grease fitting facing to the rear. Align the pin retaining hole 2
(5) with the hole in the axle support pivot block. Drive the D-8455
pivot pin from the front into the axle support, through the FIG. 441
front thrust washer and to just short of the pivot pin
passing through the axle assembly.
Install the rear thrust washer between the rear of the axle
support and the axle assembly, aligned with the axle
pivot. Continue to drive the pivot pin through the rear
thrust washer and into the rear pivot block until the
retaining hole (5) is aligned in the pin and the front pivot
block.
Using a steel drift, align the front pivot pin and the
retaining holes in the support. Insert the bolt (5) and
fasten the bolt with a lock nut.

79032966 A Rev. 06-173

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 442: Position the selector valve and valve mounting
bracket (2) up to the rear axle support (3). Fasten the
valve using the four capscrews and lock nuts (1) removed
during disassembly. 1

3 2

L831062

FIG. 442
FIG. 443: Remove the caps and plugs from the motor
fittings and hoses.
IMPORTANT: Cleanliness is necessary when installing
or servicing hydraulic components. When
connecting hydraulic components, areas around 2
1
the connections need to be steam cleaned or
washed with a solvent so that contamination will
not enter the system. Always keep hoses,
connections, and ports capped or covered to
keep contamination out of the system until ready 4
for use.
5
Identify the case drain hose (3) and connect the hose to 3
the motors. LA27093

Identify the motor supply hoses Reverse (1) and Forward FIG. 443
(2). Connect the hoses to the motors.
Connect the connector (5) at each motor. Install the wire
tie (4) fastening the wiring harness from the solenoid on
both motors.
NOTE: Refer to the Hydrostatic Circuitry Description and
the Case Drain Return sections.
Install any clamps or ties locating hoses from the selector
valve to the wheel motors that are fastened to the supply
hoses or the combine.
FIG. 444: Install the cylinder socket assembly into the
right anchor weldment.
Install the slotted nut (1) on the socket assembly. Torque 1
the castle nut to 190 Nm (140 lbf ft). Continue tightening
the nut if necessary until a slot aligns with the hole in the
stud of the socket assembly.
Insert a new cotter pin to lock the slotted nut (1). Spread
the ends of the cotter pin to fasten the pin.
IMPORTANT: The tapered ball sockets need to be tight
at all times. Torque the slotted nuts on the socket
assemblies after ten hours of operation.
NOTE: On an installation with new parts, the sockets LB28249
need to be checked about every four hours the FIG. 444
first day and then every day the first week.
Torque the tie rod tapered ball socket slotted nuts
to 190 Nm (140 lbf ft).
Soon the tapered surface work hardens and cannot be
tightened.

06-174 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Repeat the procedure for the opposite side.
FIG. 445: Install the cylinder socket assembly into the
left-hand spindle housing assembly.
Install the slotted nut (1) on the socket assembly. Torque
the castle nut to 190 Nm (140 lbf ft). Continue tightening
the nut if necessary until a slot aligns with the hole in the 1
stud of the socket assembly.
Insert a new cotter pin to lock the slotted nut (1). Spread
the ends of the cotter pin to fasten the pin.
Repeat the procedure for the opposite side.
IMPORTANT: Torque the slotted nuts on the socket
assemblies after ten hours of operation.
L831055

FIG. 445
FIG. 446: If the steering cylinders were not removed
from the axle, remove the caps and plugs from the
steering cylinder fittings and hoses.
Identify the steering supply hoses, rod end (1) hose and 1
base end (2) hose, and connect the hoses to the steering 2
cylinder.

LB28247

FIG. 446
FIG. 447: Install the 90 degree fitting (2) in the rear of the
pivot pin. Tighten the 90 degree fitting until the fitting is
facing to the left-hand side of the machine.
Connect the pivot pin lubrication line (1) to the 90 degree
fitting in the pivot pin.
2
Lubricate the axle pivot pin until grease can be seen at
the thrust washers.

LA26045

FIG. 447

79032966 A Rev. 06-175

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 448: Put the hitch weldment (2) on the rear axle
support weldment. 1
Install the capscrews (1) fastening the hitch weldment (2)
to the support.

LA26048

FIG. 448
FIG. 449: Put the steering cylinder hoses with the clamp
(2) on the hitch weldment. Install the capscrew (1)
fastening the hose clamp (2) to the hitch weldment and
tighten the capscrew.
1 2

LA26046

FIG. 449
FIG. 450: Install the rear wheels onto the hubs and
fasten each wheel using ten wheel bolts.
Torque the wheel bolts (1) to 813 Nm (600 lbf ft). After
operating for one hour, check the torque on all wheel
bolts. Check the torque every ten hours, until the wheel 1
bolts remain tight. After the first ten hours, check the
wheel bolts every 100 hours of operation.
IMPORTANT: Refer to the Adjusting Rear Wheel Toe-In
section and check toe-in.
IMPORTANT: Refer to the Axle Stop Adjustment section
and check the steering stops.
LB02122

FIG. 450
FIG. 451: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) under the pivot pin centerline of the center
section (2). Remove the support stands (3).
Carefully lower the combine rear wheels to the ground.
Remove the lifting equipment from under the rear axle. 3
3
2

1
LB28255

FIG. 451

06-176 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 452: Start the combine engine and remove the air
from the steering system before operating the combine.
IMPORTANT: The procedure for bleeding air from the
steering cylinder system can be found in the
Hydraulics Division, the Steering Cylinder
section.
Operate the combine and be sure that the steering
system and the power rear axle function correctly.

m
WARNING: Never operate the combine or
permit others to operate the combine
unless all shields supplied with the
combine and the combine attachments are
LB28247
properly in location.
FIG. 452
After operating the combine for a short period of time,
check for fluid leaks and correct any found.

Selector Valve
Selector Valve Identification
FIG. 453: Each Selector Valve has a Serial Number and
a build date stamped in the side of the valve body.
(1) Serial Number
1 2
(2) Build Date

d-9607A

FIG. 453

Flow Regulator Identification

FIG. 454: Each Flow Regulator shows the direction of
regulated flow and has a flow rate (gal/min) stamped in
the outer housing. 2
1
(1) Flow Rate
(2) Direction of Regulated Flow
NOTE: Text can be different than shown

d-9608a

FIG. 454

79032966 A Rev. 06-177

Power Rear Axle
Parts List for Selector Valve Assembly

3
6

1
12

5
18
11 4
14 17
10
16
4 17 17
5
4
5

17

15

10 13
11

5 8

d-9609c

FIG. 455

06-178 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 455: The Selector valve is mounted on the front
side of the rear axle support of the combine, between the
rear wheel motors.
The selector valve is a spool type valve controlled by a 12
volt electric solenoid cartridge valve. An on off switch in
the cab engages the electric solenoid valve.
The solenoid valve permits charge pressure oil from the
propulsion charge pump to move a selector spool.
Movement of the selector spool opens up internal
passages within the valve to permit high pressure oil to
flow to the rear wheel motors.
The flow is equally split between the rear wheel motors by
passing through the forward or reverse split regulators
installed in the motor ports of the selector valve.
When the selector valve solenoid is not engaged, high
pressure oil flow is blocked and all motor and valve
cavities are connected to tank.
(1) Solenoid, 12V with wire leads
(2) Connector
(3) Pin, Terminal
(4) Plug
(5) Plug
(6) Seal
(7) Forward 90 degree Adapter
(8) Drain Adapter
(9) Plug
(10) Check Ball
(11) Roll Pin
(12) Spool
(13) Valve Body, Machined
(14) Spring
(15) Reverse 90 degree Adapter
(16) Dowel Pin
(17) Flow Regulator
(18) Seal Kit

79032966 A Rev. 06-179

Power Rear Axle
Parts List for Flow Regulator Assembly

7
2
5
6

3
1

d-9610A

FIG. 456

FIG. 456: The flow regulators are located in the motor

work ports of the selector valve to limit flow to a wheel
drive motor because of loss of traction.
(1) Body, Flow Regulator
(2) Baffle, Flow Regulator
(3) Spool, Flow Regulator
(4) O-ring
(5) Spring
(6) Washer, Hardened
(7) Adapter with O-ring

06-180 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Selector Valve Principle of Operation
Low Pressure Shuttle (Forward)
FIG. 457: The low pressure shuttle system of the
Selector valve is a combination of two check valves
between the forward and the reverse sides of the
hydrostatic circuit, in front of the selector spool. The
shuttle system supplies pilot (control) pressure oil to
passage (A) at all times; even when the power rear axle is 1
off. Passage (A) feeds to the solenoid cartridge valve
which supplies charge pressure oil to engage the selector
spool. There is always charge pressure on the return side B
of the hydrostatic circuit; for example, in the forward
operating mode there is system pressure oil in the pump
forward (PF) cavity and charge pressure oil in the pump
reverse (PR) cavity. In this example, the system pressure 2
will be higher than the charge pressure. In forward
operation, system pressure oil will close off check ball (B).
When (B) closes off, check ball (C) will open up because
of the dowel pin between the balls (B) and (C). This pin A
will not permit both balls to seat at the same time. When
the check ball (C) opens, this permits charge pressure oil C
to flow from the return (reverse) side of the circuit, past the
check ball (C), past the spacer and into passage (A).
(1) Pump forward (PF) 3 4
(2) Dowel pin 5
(3) Pump reverse (PR)
d-9611a
(4) System Pressure FIG. 457
(5) Charge Pressure
(A) Passage
(B) Check ball
(C) Check ball

79032966 A Rev. 06-181

Power Rear Axle
Low Pressure Shuttle (Reverse)
FIG. 458: In the reverse operating mode there is system
pressure oil in the pump reverse (2) cavity and charge
pressure oil in the pump forward (1) cavity. System
pressure oil will close off check ball (C). When the check
ball (C) closes off, the check ball (B) will open up because
of the dowel pin between the balls (B) and (C). This pin
will not permit both balls to seat at the same time. When 1
the check ball (B) opens, this permits charge pressure oil
to flow from the forward side of the circuit, past the check B
ball (B), past the spacer and into the passage (A).
(1) Pump forward (PF)
(2) Pump reverse (PR) A
(3) System Pressure
(4) Charge Pressure C
(A) Passage
(B) Check ball
(C) Check ball 2
3
4
d-9612a

FIG. 458

06-182 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Solenoid Valve
FIGS. 459–460: The solenoid valve is a 3-way valve that
takes the charge pressure oil and sends the charge 2 1
pressure to the passage (S) of the selector spool when
the MUD HOG® is turned on. When the MUD HOG ® is
turned off the charge pressure is blocked internally in the
solenoid valve and cavity (S) of the selector spool is
connected to tank.
(1) To tank S
3
(2) Charge pressure from Low pressure shuttle
(3) Drain 4
(4) Charge Pressure 5
d-9613a
(5) Selector spool in Off position
FIG. 459
(6) Selector spool in On position
2 1
(S) Cavity

S
3
4

6
d-9614a

FIG. 460

79032966 A Rev. 06-183

Power Rear Axle
FIGS. 461–462: The MUD HOG® High Capacity
Selector valve is designed for use on machines having 1
nominal flow rates larger than 227 l/min (60 gal/min) to the
rear wheel assist drives. The valve is a spool type valve
incorporating on off control of the assist axle and is
equipped with flow regulators for better traction control
when required.
An on off switch in the cab engages the electric solenoid
valve. The solenoid valve supplies pilot pressure to move
the selector spool. This movement of the spool opens up
internal passages within the valve to permit high system
pressure oil to flow to the wheel motors. The oil flow is
split between the wheel motors.
d-9615a
When the selector valve solenoid is not engaged, high- FIG. 461
pressure oil flow is blocked and all motor and valve
cavities are connected to tank. 2
For better control of the flow of high pressure oil, flow
regulators are installed.
(1) Spool in On position
(2) Spool in Off position

d-9616a

FIG. 462

06-184 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Selector Spool (Off Position) (System
Disengaged)
FIG. 463: With the MUD HOG® system off, charge
pressure oil in the Selector valve is blocked at the
solenoid valve. Cavity (S) is connected to tank through the
solenoid cartridge. The spring pressure in cavity (D) holds S
the spool in the off position. The spool prevents system 1
pressure oil from entering both the forward or the reverse 4
inlet port and the remainder of the valve; no high pressure
2
5
oil is supplied to the wheel motors. 3
In the off position, the spool cavities PF and PR are
closed off from motor cavities MF and MR. Cavities PF
and PR are the forward and the reverse pressure inlet
cavities; the cavities will always be exposed to either 6
system pressure or return (charge) pressure oil according
to the direction of the machine. Cavity MF opens an oil
flow route to the forward pressure ports of the wheel
motors. Cavity MR opens an oil flow route to the reverse
pressure ports of the motors.
(1) Drain
7
(2) System pressure
(3) Charge pressure
(4) Spool in Off position
(5) PF (Pump Forward) 8 9 D
(6) MF (Motor Forward)
(7) MR (Motor Reverse)
d-9618a
(8) PR (Pump Reverse)
FIG. 463
(9) Spring

79032966 A Rev. 06-185

Power Rear Axle
Selector Spool (On Position) (System Engaged)
FIG. 464: When the switch in the cab is in the ON
position, the coil within the solenoid valve is energized.
Passages in the solenoid valve cartridge are opened and
charge pressure oil is supplied to cavity (S) and shifts the
spool, compressing the spring in cavity (D). When the 1
spool reaches the full ON position, passage PF is open to
passage MF, which supplies forward system pressure to 2 S
the forward pressure inlet ports of the motors. Passage 4
MR is open to passage PR, which permits return flow (at 3
charge pressure) to come from the motors and back to 5
the return side of the hydrostatic circuit. In the reverse 6
operation mode, the operation is reversed; where
passages MR and PR are open to each other to provide
reverse system pressure to the reverse pressure inlet
ports of the motor. Passages PF and MF permit return
flow to come from the motors.
(1) Drain
(2) System pressure
(3) Charge pressure
7
(4) Spool in On position
(5) PF (Pump Forward) 8
(6) MF (Motor Forward)
(7) MR (Motor Reverse)
9 D
(8) PR (Pump Reverse)
d-9617A
(9) Spring
FIG. 464

Flow Regulator
FIG. 465: The flow regulators purpose is to limit the
maximum flow to a wheel drive motor because of the loss
of traction. The normal result of losing traction is wheel
spin. The result of this is that the speed of the spinning
motor can increase to the limit of available system flow.
The torque is lost at other wheels because of pressure
reduction in the system. The flow regulator mounts in the
hydraulic line to a wheel motor, and controls only the flow
to that motor or axle in one direction of rotation. Free flow
is permitted in the opposite direction, and permits a
second regulator valve to separately control flow in the
opposite direction.

d-9619a

FIG. 465

06-186 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle

1
2
d-9620a

FIG. 466

FIG. 466: The flow regulator in normal operating mode

at a flow level below regulated value.
(1) The space between the mating edges of the spool
and the baffle make a variable orifice.
(2) Fixed reference orifice in the end of the sliding
spool.
(3) Oil from pump.
(4) Oil to motor
NOTE: Regulated direction (forward) shown; reverse
opposite.

79032966 A Rev. 06-187

Power Rear Axle

d-9621

FIG. 467

FIG. 467: Flow at regulated value

(1) As the flow rate through the valve reaches the
controlled value, the spool and the baffle compress the
spring reducing the flow route to control the flow rate. The
valve constantly modulates to keep constant flow at the
design reference.

d-9622a

FIG. 468

FIG. 468: Return direction

(1) When the flow returns in the reverse direction, the
spool slides freely to the right. The spool will extend past
the end of the body and permits for additional orifices to
open. This permits for free flow return through the flow
regulator.

06-188 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Power Rear Axle Wheel Motor

33
31

36 41
5
5
26 35

25 27
23 40
22 39
46
24 34 44 47
4
29 28

20 19

50
21

18 45
49
43
8 48
1 10
30
17 13
6
12 37
9
42
34 38
3
39

40
32
2
33

705021B
FIG. 469

79032966 A Rev. 06-189

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 469: Basic Motor Repair / Disassembled View (41) Seal (Top Pin)
(1) Cylinder Block Assembly (42) Environmental Seal ***
(2) Piston Kit (43) Pilot Valve Assembly, 2-speed
(3) Piston Retainer Kit (44) Solenoid Coil
(4) Cam Ring plus O-rings (45) Socket Head Capscrew
(5) O-ring - Cam Ring (46) Solenoid
(6) Distributor Cover (47) Seal Kit, Solenoid
(7) Socket Head Capscrew (48) Hex Socket Plug
(8) Distributor Valve (49) O-ring
(9) Distributor Seal Kit (50) Pilot Valve Cover
(10) Hex Socket Plug * Kit includes items 13, 14, 15, and 16
(11) Socket Head Capscrew + Kit includes items 28 and 29
(12) Spring ** Kit includes items 23, 26, and 27
(13) Spool * *** Kit 34 includes items 37, 38, 39, and 42
(14) Washer * (Not Shown)
(15) Retaining Ring * (Not Shown)
(16) Spring * (Not Shown)
(17) Grease fitting, 90
(18) Bleed Screw Washer
(19) Socket Head Capscrew
(20) Safety Pin
(21) Bearing Support Assembly
(22) Bearing Support
(23) Inner Shaft Seal **
(24) Bearing (Outer)
(25) Bearing (Inner)
(26) Split Ring **
(27) Shim **
(28) Grease Seal +
(29) Deflector +
(30) Shaft
(31) Pin (Top)
(32) Pin (Bottom)
(33) Socket Head Capscrew
(34) Pivot Seal Kit (Bushing, Seal, Thrust Washer,
Cover) ***
(35) Outer Pipe (with Seals)
(36) Inner Pipe (with Seals)
(37) Bushing ***
(38) Thrust Washer ***
(39) Seal Cover, Protector ***
(40) Socket Head Capscrew

06-190 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
General Information

d-9943a

FIG. 470

FIG. 470: Basic Motor Repair / Cross Section View

The rear wheel motors used on the power rear axle are of
a cam lobe design, which use pressurized hydraulic oil to
force pistons and the rollers against cam lobes to
generate mechanical power.
The components of the rear wheel motor that changes
hydraulic power (pressure and flow) into mechanical
power (torque and rotation) are made up of the cylinder
block and cam lobe ring.
The cylinder block contains 16 radial pistons and rollers.
The cylinder block is splined to the wheel shaft and is
located inside the cam ring. The pistons within the
cylinder block are fitted with piston rings for high
efficiency.
The pressurized hydraulic oil supplied to the pistons and
rollers is routed through a distributor that supplies the
pressurized oil to the pistons in the proper timing
sequence.

79032966 A Rev. 06-191

Power Rear Axle
Principle of Operation (For the Route of
One Piston)
Supply Position - (System Engaged)

8 9 1
7
6 3
5

4 2

d-9943a

FIG. 471

FIG. 471: To start the drive cycle, hydraulic oil under high
system pressure is supplied from the main hydrostatic
pump and is sent through the selector valve and then
supplied equally to the high pressure inlet passage (1) at
both rear wheel motors.
The oil is sent through the passage (2) in the distributor
(3) and to the passage (4) in the cylinder block (5) which
are partially aligned, permitting oil to begin entering the
cylinder cavity (6) behind the piston (7).
The high pressure oil pushes the piston outward causing
the roller (8) to make contact with the cam lobe (9) just
after the peak (highest point) of the lobe. This contact
causes the cylinder block (5) to start rotating.

06-192 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Full Supply Position (System Engaged)
FIG. 472: As the piston and roller (1) move toward the
bottom of the cam lobe (2), the maximum (full) supply of
high pressure hydraulic oil momentarily is sent through
the aligned ports (3) of the distributor (4) (remaining
stationary) and the cylinder block (5) (rotating); with 2
continuation on to the piston (1). The oil supply then 5
begins to taper off as the piston and roller (1) reaches the
bottom of the cam lobe (2) toward a neutral (no drive
power) position.

d-9946

FIG. 472

Bottom Neutral Position (System Engaged)

FIG. 473: When the piston (1) is at the bottom of the
cam lobe (2), the ports (3) in the distributor (4) and the
cylinder block (5) are not in alignment with each other and 2
the oil supply is cut off. In this neutral position, the piston
does not provide drive power to the cylinder block. The
piston and roller remains in contact with the cam surface. 1 4
In order to continue driving power, another piston must
take over for the first one to drive the cylinder block in the
direction shown and causing the first piston to move up
the next cam lobe in a smooth and not interrupted way.

5
3

d-9947

FIG. 473

79032966 A Rev. 06-193

Power Rear Axle
Discharge Position (System Engaged)
FIG. 474: As the piston and roller (1) starts to move up
the next cam lobe (2), the ports (3) in the distributor (4)
and the cylinder block (5) begin to align with each other 5
and starts the discharge cycle.
This permits the hydraulic oil (under charge pressure) to
return to the pump as another piston takes over to 4
continue the drive cycle. 2

3 1

d-9948

FIG. 474

Top Neutral Position (System Engaged)

FIG. 475: During the final phase of the cycle, the piston
and roller (1) continue to move up another cam lobe (2).
As this occurs, the ports (3) in the distributor (4) and the
5
cylinder block (5) increasingly close off the discharge oil 4
flow as the piston and roller (1) reaches the top (neutral)
position.
When the piston and roller (1) is at the top of the cam
2
lobe, the ports (3) are no longer in alignment and ends a
full drive cycle. The piston and piston roller will then
repeat the cycle starting with a gradual supply of high
pressure oil while other pistons continue the cycles in a
similar way.

d-9949

FIG. 475

06-194 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Power Distribution (System Engaged)
FIG. 476: The wheel motor contains 16 pistons and six
cam lobes. The pistons make a total of 96 power strokes
in one revolution of the cylinder block (which is splined to
the wheel shaft).
Each piston and roller moves up and down each of the six
cam lobes in a smooth not interrupted way supplying a
constant torque output with a low noise level. With an
even number of pistons and cam lobes, the internal forces
of the motor are balanced permitting the motor bearings
to be completely available to take high radial and axial
loads.
To change the direction of rotation of the motor, the input
supply of high pressure oil is sent through the reverse
high pressure ports of the selector valve. The high
pressure oil is sent through the distributor of the motor in
a way opposite that of the forward rotation of the motor.

d-9950a

FIG. 476

Power Distribution (System Disengaged)

FIG. 477: When the power rear axle is turned off
(disengaged), the selector valve prevents high system
pressure oil from being supplied to the rear wheel motors.
The charge pressure from the return side of the
hydrostatic system in the selector valve is blocked at the
solenoid valve. Spring pressure moves the selector spool
within the selector valve to block off oil flow passages to
the wheel motors. In addition, oil pressure in the supply
lines between the selector valve and the wheel motors are
routed directly to the reservoir through the valve so that
any pressure in these lines is removed.
Not enough pressure on either side of the pistons causes
the pistons and rollers to retract into the cylinder bores D-6395
when the rollers are pushed inward by the cam lobes as FIG. 477
the cylinder block rotates. The wheel motor case drain is
routed through a check valve that will provide 103.4 to
137.9 kPa (15 to 20 psi) in the case of the motors to keep
the pistons in when free wheeling. With the rollers clear of
the cam lobes, the cylinder block and wheel shaft is able
to rotate in a free wheeling way.

79032966 A Rev. 06-195

Power Rear Axle

1
2
3
4
5
d-10121

FIG. 478

FIG. 478: Forward Full Torque (Half Speed)

The inlet flow crosses the upper pivot, passes through the
valving and supplies half of the pistons. The other half of
the pistons are connected through the valving to the
return line. The two speed spool is at rest (not controlled).
(1) High Pressure
(2) Charge Pressure
(3) Pilot Pressure
(4) Tank Return
(5) Grease

06-196 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle

1
2
3
4
5
d-10121

FIG. 479

FIG. 479: Forward Full Speed (Half Torque)

The two speed spool is piloted to the full speed position
(controlled).
The inlet flow crosses the upper pivot, passes through the
valving and supplies a quarter of the pistons, another
quarter of the pistons communicate through the valving
with the return line. The remaining pistons communicate
between themselves through the two speed spool valve.
(1) High Pressure
(2) Charge Pressure
(3) Pilot Pressure
(4) Tank Return
(5) Grease

79032966 A Rev. 06-197

Power Rear Axle

1
2
3
4
5
d-10123

FIG. 480

FIG. 480: Reverse Full Torque (Half Speed)

The inlet flow crosses the upper pivot, passes through the
valving and supplies half of the pistons that were formerly
the pistons in the forward configuration return circuit.
(1) High Pressure
(2) Charge Pressure
(3) Pilot Pressure
(4) Tank Return
(5) Grease

06-198 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle

1
2
3
4
5
d-10125

FIG. 481

FIG. 481: Reverse Full Speed (Half Torque)

The two speed spool is in the full speed position
(controlled). The inlet flow crosses the upper pivot,
passes through the valving and supplies the quarter of
pistons that were formerly the forward configuration return
circuit. The other pistons communicate between
themselves through the two speed selector spool valve.
(1) High Pressure
(2) Charge Pressure
(3) Pilot Pressure
(4) Tank Return
(5) Grease

79032966 A Rev. 06-199

Power Rear Axle

1
2
3
4
5
d-10122

FIG. 482

FIG. 482: Mud Hog Axle Off (Free Wheeling Mode)

The high pressure lines of the motor are connected to the
tank through the Mud Hog valve (not part of the steerable
motor), pistons of the motor are pushed into the cylinder
block by delta pressure between the drain line and the
high pressure lines 1.5 Bar (21.75 psi) to prevent hard
contact between the pistons rollers and the motor cam
ring because of the centrifugal force while driving.
(1) High Pressure
(2) Charge Pressure
(3) Pilot Pressure
(4) Tank Return
(5) Grease

06-200 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Removal
FIG. 483: Park the combine in an area equipped for
cleaning. Wash off heavy dirt and remove extra grease
from the outside of the rear wheel motor and motor
mounting frame.

L831055

FIG. 483
FIG. 484: Move the combine to a clean work area and
properly position the combine before beginning to remove
the wheel motor or motors.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under the combine:
Locate the combine on a flat, hard, level
surface.
Put the transmission in neutral.
Set the parking brake.
Lower the header completely to the ground
or the floor.
J326008
Turn off the engine and remove the start FIG. 484
key.
Put a block in front of and a block behind
the front drive tires.

FIG. 485: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1). Support the center section (2) with solid
wooden blocks or steel support stands (3) located equal
distance on the left-hand and the right-hand side of the
axle assembly pivot pin.
IMPORTANT: It is recommended that one wheel motor
be removed and serviced at a time. Cleanliness 3
is most important in servicing the wheel motor. 2
Always use clean tools and keep opened 3
surfaces free of dirt.

1
LA26069

FIG. 485

79032966 A Rev. 06-201

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 486: Remove the wheel bolts (1) fastening each
rear wheel to the hub. Remove both wheel and rim
assemblies from the work area.
1

LB02122

FIG. 486
FIG. 487: Remove the cotter pin (1) and remove the
slotted nut (2) fastening the drag link socket to the front
steering arm (3). Remove the socket assembly from the
steering arm using a ball joint or tie rod separator.
1

22

3
L831059

FIG. 487
FIG. 488: Remove the cotter pin (1) and remove the
slotted nut (2) fastening the cylinder socket to the steering
arm (3). Remove the socket assembly from the rear
steering arm using a ball joint or tie rod separator.

3 2
L831055

FIG. 488

06-202 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 489: Remove the wire tie (1) fastening the 2-speed
solenoid harness to the reverse supply hose. Disconnect
the harness by separating the connector (2).
Identify the motor supply hoses, Reverse (4) and Forward
5
(5), and disconnect the hoses from the motor.
Identify the case drain hose (3) and disconnect the hose. 4
Cap the fittings on the motor and plug the ends of the
hoses to the valve to prevent contamination of the 1
hydraulic system.
IMPORTANT: Cleanliness is necessary when installing 3
or servicing hydraulic components. When 2
disconnecting hydraulic components, areas LA27093
surrounding the connections need to be steam FIG. 489
cleaned or washed with solvent so that
contamination will not enter the system. Always
keep hoses, connections, and ports capped or
covered to keep contamination out of the system.
Remove the hoses from the wheel motor and temporarily
fasten the hoses away from the work area.
FIG. 490: Using a floor jack or suitable lifting equipment,
support the rear wheel motor while removing the wheel
motor C-frame mounting bolts. 3

m
CAUTION: The rear wheel motor is very
heavy. Use extreme care when removing 1
and handling the wheel motor to prevent
personal injury and damage to the wheel
motor and fittings.

Remove the capscrews (1) and flat washers fastening the

axle extension (2) to the wheel motor C-frame (3).
NOTE: The axle extension is doweled to the C-frame 2
using two dowels and the capscrews have been L831057
locked at the factory using a high strength FIG. 490
retaining compound.
Carefully remove the wheel motor and C-frame and move
the wheel motor and C-frame to a suitable clean work
location.

79032966 A Rev. 06-203

Power Rear Axle
Steering C-Frame Removal and
Installation
FIG. 491: With the motor on a solid work surface,
support the C-frame (1) with suitable lifting equipment so 1
that the C-frame cannot drop or roll over when the pins
are removed. 2

m
CAUTION: The steering C-frame is heavy. 6
Use the proper lifting equipment to prevent
injury. 2

Remove the lubrication fittings (6) from the distributor

cover.
Remove the capscrews (2) fastening the bottom pin (3) to
the C-frame.
Remove the capscrews (2) fastening the top pin (4) to the 4
C-frame. 3
5
NOTE: The capscrews have been sealed at the factory
using high strength retaining compound.
Use the bolts in the threaded holes of the pin flanges to
help remove or back away the pins from the C-frame.
Remove the top pin and the bottom pin from the
distributor cover (5). Support the C-frame during removal
to prevent damage.

d-9951

FIG. 491
FIG. 492: Remove the inner pipe (1) and the outer pipe
(2) from distributor cover at the top pin.

D-8392

FIG. 492

06-204 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle

2
1

7
5
3

5
4 6
6 4

d-9944

FIG. 493

FIG. 493: Remove the four socket head capscrews (1)

from each top and bottom ear of the C-frame.
Remove the C-frame (2), seal cover (3), thrust washer (4),
and the environmental seal (5).
Check visually the condition of the contact surface of the
seals and of the sealing rings and the mating surfaces.
Check visually the condition of the bushing (6) in the top
and the bottom of the motor distributor cover (7).
NOTE: Refer to the Disassemble and Assemble
Bushings section.
FIG. 494: Inspect the seal (1) in the top pin (2) and
replace the seal if necessary. 2
Lubricate the seal in the top pin with petroleum jelly. 1

d-9952

FIG. 494

79032966 A Rev. 06-205

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 495: If the inner rings and seals on the pipes are
damaged, replace the pipes.
NOTE: The inner rings and seals on the inner pipe and
the outer pipe are not serviced.

d-9953

FIG. 495

06-206 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle

5
4

6
1
2

2 1 3

d-9944

FIG. 496

FIG. 496: Apply a general purpose, no run adhesive gel

(Loctite 454) to the smooth side of the thrust washer (3).
Install the environmental seal (1) on the motor housing
with seal lips toward the motor. Apply a layer of grease to
the environmental seals. Install the seal covers (2) over
the environmental seals.
Apply gasket eliminator (Loctite 515) around the holes
and the threads on the top and the bottom ears of the
C-frame (5).
Install the C-frame (5) onto the motor distributor cover (6)
and install the four socket head capscrews (4) to hold the
seal covers (2) to the top and the bottom ears of the
C-frame (5). Torque the socket head capscrews to 9 to 11
Nm (6.6 to 8.1 lbf ft).
FIG. 497: Install the outer tube (1) and then the inner
tube (2) into the distributor cover at the top pin.

D-8392

FIG. 497

79032966 A Rev. 06-207

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 498: Clean and apply Primer N to the threads in the
C-frame and the socket head capscrews. Permit the
Primer N to dry.
Apply gasket eliminator (Loctite 515) to the top pin
mounting surface of the C frame. Install the top pin (1) and
the bottom pin (2).
Apply four drops of a high strength retaining compound
(Loctite 271) to the socket head capscrews. Install the
nine socket head capscrews (four on the bottom pin, five
on the top pin). Torque the socket head capscrews to 75
to 91 Nm (55 to 67 lbf ft).
1 2

d-9951

FIG. 498
FIG. 499: Install new lubrication fittings (1). Pump
multipurpose grease into the top and the bottom pin
grease fittings (1) on the distributor cover (2) until the
grease can be seen coming from the seal area.
1

d-9954

FIG. 499

06-208 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Disassemble and Assemble Bushings
FIG. 500: Remove the top and the bottom pins as shown
in the Remove and Install Steering C-Frame section. B
IMPORTANT: Do not damage the thrust washer contact
surface (A). A
Inspect the bushing for wear.
Remove the bushing from the bore by peeling the bushing
at the seam (B).
IMPORTANT: Do not damage the bushing bores in the
motor distributor cover while removing the
bushings.

d-9955

FIG. 500
FIG. 501: Bushing press guide TUTHILL tool number
106311

d-9956

FIG. 501

79032966 A Rev. 06-209

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 502: Bushing press TUTHILL tool number 106312

d-9957

FIG. 502
FIG. 503: Install the new Pivot Pin Bushing (1) in the
distributor cover (2) using the bushing guide (3) and the
press (4) installation tools. 4
IMPORTANT: Make sure the grease hole (5) is aligned
with the grease supply passage in the motor front 3
distributor cover.
Install the C-frame. See Removing and Installing Steering 1
C-Frame section.

d-9958

FIG. 503

06-210 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Installation
FIG. 504: Clean and apply Primer N to the threads in the
C-frame (3) and to the threads of the capscrews (1) used
to fasten the axle extension (2) to the C-frame. Permit the
Primer N to dry.
Using a floor jack or suitable lifting equipment, carefully
3
locate the wheel motor and C-frame up to the axle
extension (2). 1

m
CAUTION: The rear wheel motor is very
heavy. Use extreme care when handling and
installing the wheel motor to prevent
personal injury and damage to the wheel
motor and the fittings.

Apply four drops of a high strength retaining compound to

the threads of the capscrews. Fasten the axle extension 2
L831057
to the C-frame using dowels and capscrews with plain
washers. Torque the capscrews to 407 to 475 Nm (300 to FIG. 504
350 lbf ft).

m
CAUTION: Use a drift or steel bar to align
the bolt holes. Keep fingers away from
pinch points.

FIG. 505: Install the drag link socket assembly (4) into
the front steering arm (3). Fasten the socket assembly
using the slotted nut (2).
The tapered ball socket (4) at each end of the tie rod
assembly needs to be tight at all times.
The tapered ball sockets (4) need to be checked about
every four hours the first day, then every day the first
week. Torque the slotted nuts, on the tie rod tapered ball
2 1
sockets, to 190 Nm (140 lbf ft). Then tighten the slotted
nut until the nearest slot in the nut aligns with the cotter
pin hole in the socket assembly. Install the cotter pin (1).
Soon the tapered surface work hardens and cannot be 3
tightened.
4
L831059

FIG. 505
FIG. 506: Install the cylinder socket assembly (4) into the
rear steering arm (3). Fasten the socket assembly using
the slotted nut (2).
1
The tapered ball sockets (4) at the end of both cylinder
assemblies need to be tight at all times.
2
The tapered ball sockets (4) need to be checked about
every four hours the first day, then every day the first
week. Torque the slotted nuts, on the cylinder tapered ball 3
sockets, to 190 Nm (140 lbf ft). Then tighten the slotted
nut until the nearest slot in the nut aligns with the cotter
pin hole in the socket assembly. Install the cotter pin (1). 4
Soon the tapered surface work hardens and cannot be
L831055
tightened.
FIG. 506

79032966 A Rev. 06-211

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 507: Identify the case drain hose (3). Remove the
plug from the hose and the cap from the fitting. Connect
the case drain hose (3) to the straight adapter fitting on
the wheel motor and tighten the hose end. 4 2
Identify the wheel motor supply hoses, (1) Reverse and 1
(2) Forward. Remove the plugs in the ends of the hoses
and the caps from the fittings. Connect the forward hose
(2) to the straight adapter in the rear port of the motor and
tighten the hose end. Connect the reverse hose (1) to the
45 degree adapter in the front port of the motor and
tighten the hose end.
3
IMPORTANT: Cleanliness is necessary when installing
or servicing hydraulic components. 5 LA27093

Connect the 2-speed harness at the connector (5). Install FIG. 507
the wire tie (4) fastening the 2-speed solenoid harness to
the reverse supply hose.
FIG. 508: Install the rear wheel onto the hub. Fasten the
wheel using the ten lug bolts (1).
Torque the wheel bolts (1) to 813 Nm (600 lbf ft). After 1
operating for one hour, check the torque on all wheel
bolts. Check the torque every ten hours, until the wheel
bolts remain tight. After the first ten hours, check the
wheel bolts every 100 hours of operation.
IMPORTANT: Periodic checks need to be made to make
sure the bolts are tight.
Repeat the above procedure if the opposite wheel motor
was removed.
LB02122

FIG. 508
FIG. 509: Locate suitable lifting equipment (1) under the
pivot pin centerline of the axle center section. Lift the rear
of the combine and remove the supports (2) from under
the rear of the combine.
Carefully remove the load on the lifting equipment and
remove the lifting equipment from under the axle center
section.
2 2
IMPORTANT: Bleed the wheel motor as shown in the
Wheel Motor Bleeding and Start-Up Procedures
section.

1
LA26069

FIG. 509

06-212 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Wheel Motor Bleeding/Start-up
Procedures
After having serviced the wheel motors, the selector
valve, or the hydraulic hoses and lines, the start up
procedures in the table must be done. The procedures
shown bleed and flush the serviced hydraulic
components. This procedure also serves to check for the
proper plumbing of the hydraulic circuits.
These instructions must be carried out as specified. Any
change of this procedure will defeat the purpose of the
procedure, which is to bleed the air out of the system and
flush any possible contamination from the closed loop
circuit.
IMPORTANT: Special attention must be given to the
13mm (0.5 in) limited movement of the
hydrostatic control lever during the procedure. It
is critical not to permit excessive oil flow during
this procedure.
If at any time while doing this procedure a problem occurs
that causes the hydrostatic system to be opened, such as
disconnecting a hose or fitting, begin the procedure again
at Step 1.
FIG. 510: Properly position the combine before
beginning the bleeding and start up procedures.

m
WARNING: Before working around or
under the combine:
Locate the combine on a flat, hard, level
surface.
Put the transmission in neutral.
Set the parking brake.
Lower the header completely to the ground
or the floor.
Turn off the engine and remove the start J326008
key. FIG. 510
Put a block securely in front of and a block
behind each front drive tire.

FIG. 511: Lift the rear of the combine with suitable lifting
equipment (1) and support the center section (2) with
solid wooden blocks or steel support stands (3) located
an equal distance on the left-hand and the right-hand side
of the axle assembly pivot pin.
Steps 1-7 of this procedure are done with the front drive
wheels of the combine on the ground and blocked. The
rear axle must be raised and fastened in such a way that 3
the rear wheels remain off of the ground with enough 2
3
clearance to rotate freely.

m
WARNING: Do not permit anyone on any
part of the combine or in an area around the 1
combine where a sudden movement of the LA26069
combine can cause injury or death. FIG. 511

79032966 A Rev. 06-213

Power Rear Axle
Steps 8-9 are done with all of the wheels on the ground
and with enough operating clearance around the
machine.

m
WARNING: Do not permit anyone on any
part of the combine or in an area around the
combine where sudden movement of the
combine can cause injury or death.

Bleeding and Start-Up Procedures

With the help of an assistant, do the following steps:
IMPORTANT: At all times keep the proper fluid level in
the hydraulic reservoir

STEP ENGINE GEAR POWER CONTROL HYDRO TIME COMMENTS

SPEED LEVER REAR AXLE LEVER
SWITCH
1 Half Speed Neutral ON Neutral 3 Minutes Bleed air from
complete
system.
2 High Idle Neutral OFF 13 mm (0.5 in) 2 Minutes Flush forward
Forward main system.
3 High Idle Neutral OFF 13 mm (0.5 in) 2 Minutes Flush reverse
Reverse main system.
4 High Idle Neutral ON 13 mm (0.5 in) 30 Seconds Check for
Reverse Maximum correct
rotation of
rear wheels.

NOTE: A) If the wheel or wheels rotate in reverse - go to Step 6.

B) If no rotation - go to Step 5 (Do not repeat - check selector valve)
C) If wrong rotation - correct forward/reverse circuit - go to STEP 1.
5 Low Idle High Gear ON 13 mm (0.5 15 Seconds Check for
Lock Brakes in)Reverse Maximum correct
Maximum rotation of
rear wheels.
6 High Idle High Gear ON 13 mm (0.5 in) 4 Minutes Flush forward
Lock Brakes Forward system.
7 High Idle High Gear ON 13 mm (0.5 in) 4 Minutes Flush reverse
Lock Brakes Forward system.
8 Half Speed High Gear ON 13 mm (0.5 in) 15 Seconds Check for
Lock Brakes Forward Maximum leaks.
9 Half Speed High Gear ON 13 mm (0.5 in) 15 Seconds Check for
Lock Brakes Reverse Maximum leaks.

06-214 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Power Rear Axle Service Tools
Materials
Aluminum or plastic caps and plugs (to seal disconnected
hydraulic fittings and lines).
Container of clean solvent (for washing parts).
Container of clean hydrostatic fluid (for lubricating internal
parts).
Container of grease or petroleum jelly (to hold seals in
location).
High quality wheel bearing grease (to lubricate the outer
axle shaft bearing).
Loctite 515 (gasket eliminator for C-frame pin and seal
protector cover).
Loctite 454 (general purpose, no run adhesive gel for
shaft seal, to hold C-frame washers during assembly).
Loctite 271 (high strength retaining compound for
C-frame mounting hardware).
Primer N (cleaner and primer for C-frame hardware).

Tools and Equipment

FIG. 512: The following equipment and special tools are
recommended for properly servicing the power rear axle.
1. Hydraulic Shop Press (Capable of Applying 13,608
Kg (30,000 lbs) Pressing Force).
2. Metric Hex Key or Driver Socket.
3. Bearing Separator/Puller.
4. Thickness Gauge Set.
5. 0 to 2.5 cm (0.0 to 1.0 in) Micrometer.
Wheel Blocks
Hydraulic Floor Jack or suitable lifting equipment (to lift D-6475A
the combine, support the rear axle, support the wheel
motor). FIG. 512

Shop Crane.
Steel Support Stands and/or Wooden Blocks (to support
the rear axle and combine lifted off ground).
Repair Stand/work bench.
Torque Wrench (to torque capscrews).
Screwdriver.
Steel tapered punch (align holes)
Soft Drift (to drive out and in pins)
Picks (to remove O-ring/seals).
Metric Sockets/Wrenches (to remove capscrews).
Slide Hammer (to remove safety split pins).
Rubber Mallet (to seat distributor valve).
Shim Stock, Sheet (to use when assembling C-frame to
Motor to protect seal).

79032966 A Rev. 06-215

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 513: Slide hammer with M8 - 1.25 threaded end for
safety pin extraction.

d-9960

FIG. 513

d-9961

FIG. 514

FIG. 514: Split ring hood tool TUTHILL number

704734-01.

06-216 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 515: Bushing press guide TUTHILL tool number
106311.

d-9956

FIG. 515
FIG. 516: Bushing press TUTHILL tool number 106312.

d-9957

FIG. 516

79032966 A Rev. 06-217

Power Rear Axle

D-9962C

FIG. 517

FIG. 517: Valve Retainer tool, TUTHILL tool number

704733-01.
FIG. 518: Retaining clip installation, TUTHILL tool
number 704756-03.

d-9963

FIG. 518

06-218 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 519: Bearing Support shaft removal tool, TUTHILL
tool number 704752-09.

d-9964

FIG. 519
FIG. 520: Bearing support shaft assembly tool, TUTHILL
tool number 704752-11.

d-9965

FIG. 520

79032966 A Rev. 06-219

Power Rear Axle
Basic Motor Repair
Prepare Motor for Disassembly
FIG. 521: Remove the C-frame from the steerable
motor. See the Remove and Install C-Frame section.
Put the motor on a repair stand or a work bench.

m
CAUTION: Cam lobe motors and
components are heavy. Use the proper
lifting equipment to prevent injury.

Drain the hydraulic oil from the motor before beginning

disassembly by tipping the motor toward the top opening.
IMPORTANT: Cleanliness is most important when
servicing cam lobe motors. Always use clean
tools and work in a clean environment. Wash all
internal parts in clean solvent and dry with
compressed air. Do not use rags or paper towels.
Wrap parts in clean paper and keep the parts in a
clean area prior to assembly. If more than one
motor is being serviced, work on each one
separately. Do not mix parts. d-9959
d-9959
FIG. 521

Cylinder Block Replacement

FIG. 522: Locate the motor on the bearing support. Mark
the location of the cam ring (1) in relation to the bearing 5
support (2) and the valve cover (3). Remove the socket
head screws (4) and washers, replace with the valve
retainer tool TUTHILL number 704733-01. Remove the
ten socket head capscrews (5) from the valve cover.

4 d-9959

2
3
d-9959
FIG. 522

06-220 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 523: Valve retainer tool (1) TUTHILL number
704733-01.

D-9962C
FIG. 523
FIG. 524: Remove the valve cover (1) and the cam ring
(2).
Use a slide hammer to remove the tapered safety pins (3)
from the cam ring (2). Remove the cam ring and the
O-ring (5) from the valve cover. Discard the O-ring.
Lift the cylinder block (6) from the bearing support shaft. 8
Remove the O-ring (7) from the bearing support (4).
IMPORTANT: Before assembly, make sure that all parts
and seal grooves are clean.
Install a new O-ring (5) coated with grease into the groove
in the valve cover (1). Install the split sleeves (3) so that
the split in the split sleeve is aligned toward the outside of 1
the valve cover. Align the marks made on the cam ring (2)
with the marks on the valve cover (1). Install the tapered
safety pins (3) into the split sleeves. Seat the tapered 9
safety pins with a bronze driver and hammer. 3
Install the cylinder block (6) onto the bearing support 5
shaft. Lubricate the cylinder block with hydraulic oil.
2
Install the new O-ring (7) coated with grease into the
groove of the bearing support (4).
7
Align the marks made on the cam ring (2) and valve cover
(1) with the mark on the bearing support (4). Install the 6
socket head capscrews (8) and torque to 320 to 390 Nm
(236 to 288 lbf ft).
Remove the valve retainer tool TUTHILL number
704733-01 and install the socket head capscrew (9) and
washer. Torque the socket head capscrew to 9 to 11 Nm 4
(6.5 to 8 lbf ft).
Install the wheel motor to the C frame. See Remove and
Install C frame.

d-9969

FIG. 524

79032966 A Rev. 06-221

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 525: Valve retainer tool (1) TUTHILL number
704733-01

D-9962C
FIG. 525
FIG. 526: Slide hammer (1) with a M8-1.25 threaded
end

d-9960
d-9960

FIG. 526

Distributor Valve Replacement

FIG. 527: Disassemble the motor. See Cylinder Block
Replacement.
Remove the Valve Retainer Tool TUTHILL number
704733-01
Note the position of the Distributor Valve in relation to the
valve cover (2).
NOTE: Letter aligned with displacement spool (L) for
left-hand motor and (R) for right-hand motor.

R
L

1
d-9970

FIG. 527

06-222 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 528: Valve Retainer Tool (1) TUTHILL number
704733-01.

D-9962C
FIG. 528
FIG. 529: Remove the Distributor Valve by prying at the
locating tabs (1).
IMPORTANT: Do not damage the contact surfaces of the 1
Distributor Valve block or the O-ring grooves of
the valve cover.

d-9971

FIG. 529
FIG. 530: Remove the distributor valve (1) and the
springs (2) from the valve cover. 3 1
Remove and discard the backup rings (3) and the O-rings
(4) from the valve cover (5).
IMPORTANT: Before assembling the distributor valve, 4
make sure all the parts are clean and the seal
grooves are clean.
Lubricate the grooves of the valve cover. Install the new
O-rings (4) in the grooves of the valve cover (5).
Install the new backup rings (3) in the valve cover. 2

d-9972

FIG. 530

79032966 A Rev. 06-223

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 531: Fill the spring cavities (1) in the distributor
valve with grease and then install the springs (2).
Lubricate the distributor valve backup rings contact
surfaces.
1
2

d-9973

FIG. 531
FIG. 532: Align the locating tabs (1) up with the slots in
the valve cover. Press the distributor into the valve cover. 1

1
d-9971

FIG. 532
FIG. 533: Install the valve retaining tool (1) TUTHILL
number 704733-01. Assemble the motor see Cylinder
Block Replacement.

D-9962C
FIG. 533

06-224 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Disassemble and Assemble the Piston
Assembly
FIG. 534: Disassemble the motor. See Cylinder Block
Replacement.
3
Inspect the splines (1) in the cylinder block for damage or
excessive wear. Inspect the lapped (2) surface of cylinder
block for damage.
5
Remove the retaining clip (3), piston retainers (4), and the
piston assembly (5).
NOTE: If the retainer clip breaks during removal from the 4
cylinder block, use a 10-32 tap, a small ball peen
hammer, and an adjustable wrench to remove
the retaining clip.
IMPORTANT: Do not use the old retaining clip again.
Inspect the pistons for excessive wear.

1
2
d-9974

FIG. 534
FIG. 535: Lubricate the piston assembly with clean
hydraulic oil before installing the piston into the cylinder 1
block bore. The wiper ring (1) must be compressed to
insert the piston into the cylinder block bore.

d-9975

FIG. 535
FIG. 536: After assembling and installing the piston
assembly and the retaining assembly use the retaining
clip installation tool (1), TUTHILL tool number 704756-03,
to install a new retaining clip (2). 1
Assemble the motor. See Cylinder Block Replacement.

d-9976

FIG. 536

79032966 A Rev. 06-225

Power Rear Axle
Disassemble the Bearing Support
FIG. 537: With the motor disassembled. See Cylinder
Block Replacement, remove the thrust washer (1) by 1
prying the thrust washer off of the split rings (2).

d-9977

FIG. 537
FIG. 538: Using a press and the split ring hood tool (1),
TUTHILL tool number 704734-01, press down on the 1
inner bearing and remove the split rings (2).

2
d-9978

FIG. 538
FIG. 539: Using the bearing support shaft removal tool
(1), TUTHILL tool number 704734-01, press the shaft and 1
the outer bearing out of the bearing support.

d-9979

FIG. 539

06-226 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 540: After the shaft and the outer bearing (1) have
been pressed out, remove the inner bearing (2) and the 2
race (3) from the bearing support (4).

d-9980

FIG. 540
FIG. 541: Remove the seal support (1) and the lip seal
(2) from the bearing support (3). 1
Remove the outer race (4) from the bearing support.
2

d-9981

FIG. 541
FIG. 542: Cut the bearing cage (1) from the shaft.
IMPORTANT: Do not cut into the shaft or the flange

d-9982

FIG. 542

79032966 A Rev. 06-227

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 543: Remove the inner race (1) from the shaft (4).
Remove the seal (2) and the deflector (3). 1
Check the contact surface of the inner seal on the shaft
for wear and check the condition of the shaft splines.
2

d-9983

FIG. 543

Assemble the Bearing Support

FIG. 544: Install the deflector (1) onto the shaft (2).
IMPORTANT: Make sure that all the parts are clean 1
before assembly.

d-9984

FIG. 544
FIG. 545: Install the seal (1) into the bearing support (2)
1

d-9985

FIG. 545

06-228 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 546: Remove the old backup ring (1) and the O-ring
(2) from the seal support (3). 1
Install a new O-ring (2) and backup ring (1) into the seal
support (3).
2
Apply loctite 454 to the outside diameter of the seal
support only (3).

3
d-9986

FIG. 546
FIG. 547: Install the seal support (1) and the inner
bearing outer race (2) into the bearing support (3).
2

d-9987

FIG. 547
FIG. 548: Press the outer bearing outer race (1) into the
bearing support (4).
3
Put a layer of grease on the outer race (1).
Fill the outer bearing (2) with grease and install in the
outer race (1). 2
Put a layer of grease on the outer surface of the seal (3)
and press into the bearing support (4). 1
Lubricate the lips of the seal (3) with grease.

d-9988

FIG. 548

79032966 A Rev. 06-229

Power Rear Axle
FIG. 549: Install the bearing support (1) onto the shaft
(2). 3
IMPORTANT: Do not damage the shaft seals.
Install the inner bearing (3) into the race.

1
2

d-9989

FIG. 549
FIG. 550: Using the split ring assembly hood tool (1)
TUTHILL number 704734-01 and a press, preload the
inner bearing to 120 000 N (26 977 lbs) of force. Reduce 1
the force to 20 000 N (4 500 lbs) of force. Check the
bearing position by rotating the bearing housing a
minimum of five revolutions both clockwise and
counterclockwise.
Increase the force to 120 000 N (26 977 lbs). Release and
remove the split ring assembly hood tool (1).
Install the thinnest split rings (2), in the repair kit, into the
groove on the shaft.

2
d-9978

FIG. 550

06-230 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 551: Again use the split ring assembly hood tool
and a press to apply 120 000 N (26 977 lbs) of force on
the bearing.
Use a thickness gauge to measure the distance between 1 2
the top of the split rings (2) and the shaft splines (1).
Reduce the force to 20 000 N (4 500 lbs) and remove the
split rings.
Increase the force to 120 000 N (26 977 lbs) and install
the split ring that is nearest to the measured distance plus
the thickness of the removed split ring.
Release the force and remove the split ring assembly
hood.
Check that the gaps between the split rings are the same
on each side of the shaft.

d-9990

FIG. 551
FIG. 552: Install the thrust washer (1) over the split rings
(2). Be sure that the thrust washer is located against the
bearing.
1

d-9977

FIG. 552
FIG. 553: Using a torque wrench and the rolling torque
tool (1), TUTHILL tool number 704752-11, check the final 1
rolling torque of the bearing support assembly. The
specification of 35 to 65 Nm (25.88 to 47.88 lbf ft) is the
correct torque. If the torque is correct, continue assembly.
If not, adjust the bearing support to reach the correct
rolling torque specification.
Assemble the motor. See Cylinder Block Replacement.

d-9991

FIG. 553

79032966 A Rev. 06-231

Power Rear Axle
Remove and Install Two Speed Valve

2 4

3
5

d-9994
d 9994
FIG. 554
FIG. 554: Wheel Motor Two Speed Valve Bleed any air from the system by loosening the bleed
screw (6) approximately one turn. Tighten the bleed

m
CAUTION: Block the wheels to keep the screw after all of the air is bled from the system.
vehicle from moving.
Install the cover (2) with the capscrews. Torque the
NOTE: The valve can be replaced without removing the capscrews to 22.5 to 27.5 Nm (16.6 to 20.2 lbf ft).
motor from the C-frame.
Connect the electrical connector and clamps.
Turn the steering wheel to the steering stop for access to
the valve.
Release the pressure in the supply circuit to the rear
wheel motor.
Disconnect and plug the drain line at the reservoir tank
level to prevent siphoning.
Disconnect the electrical connector and clamps.
Remove the three capscrews (1) and the cover (2).
Remove the four capscrews (3) and the valve assembly
(4).
Remove and discard the four O-rings (5).
Make sure that both the valve and the motor mounting
surfaces are clean. Lubricate and install the new O-rings.
Install the new valve assembly with capscrews (3).
Torque the four capscrews to 12.5 to 15.5 Nm (9.3 to 11.3
lbf ft).
Connect the drain line and pressurize the supply system.

06-232 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Remove and Install Solenoid Valve

1 5
2

d-9995

FIG. 555
FIG. 555: Solenoid Valve Make sure that the new cartridge valve is clean. Lubricate
the O-rings on the cartridge valve with hydraulic fluid.

m
CAUTION: Block wheels to keep the Install the new cartridge valve and torque to 24 to 30 Nm
vehicle from moving.
(17.8 to 22.2 lbf ft).
NOTE: The solenoid valve can be replaced without Install the new magnetic winding and hex nut. Torque the
removing the motor from the C-frame. hex nut to 2.7 to 3.3 Nm (2 to 2.4 lbf ft).
Turn the steering wheel to the steering stop for access to Connect the drain line and pressurize the supply system.
the valve.
Bleed air from the system by loosening the bleed screw
Release the pressure in the supply circuit. (6) approximately one turn. Tighten after all the air is bled
from the system.
Disconnect and plug the drain line at the reservoir tank
level to prevent siphoning. Install the cover using the capscrews removed during
disassembly. Torque the capscrews to 22.5 to 27.5 Nm
Disconnect the electrical connector and clamps.
(16.6 to 20.2 lbf ft).
Remove the three capscrews (1) and the cover (2). Connect the electrical connector and clamps.
Remove the hex nut (3), the magnetic winding (4), and
the cartridge valve (5).

79032966 A Rev. 06-233

Power Rear Axle

12
10
1 1
11 2

3
4
2

13 5
6

7
8
9
d-9996

FIG. 556

FIG. 556: Two speed valve exploded view.

(1) Bleed Screw
(2) Seal, Bleed Screw
(3) Cap, Spool
(4) Cartridge Valve
(5) Spring, Spool
(6) Seat, Spring
(7) Valve Block
(8) Set Screw, Metered
(9) Plug
(10) Hex Nut, Solenoid
(11) Magnetic Winding, Solenoid
(12) Solenoid Valve
(13) Set Screw, Metered Small

06-234 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Replacement of the Two Speed Spool

4 11
5

10 9 8 7
d-9997

FIG. 557
FIG. 557: Two Speed Spool Remove the spring, washer, and the retaining ring from
the spool.

m
CAUTION: Block wheels to keep vehicle
from moving. Install the retaining ring, washer, and the spring onto the
new spool.
NOTE: The two speed spool can be replaced without
Lubricate the spool assembly and then install the spool.
removing the motor from the C-frame.
Install the plug and torque to 285 to 380 Nm (210 to 280
Turn the steering wheel to the steering stop for access to
lbf ft).
the spool.
Make sure that the valve and the motor mounting
Release the pressure in the supply circuit.
surfaces are clean. Lubricate and install the new O-rings.
Disconnect and plug the drain line at the reservoir tank
Install the valve assembly using the four capscrews.
level to prevent siphoning.
Torque the capscrews to 12.5 to 15.5 Nm (9.3 to 11.3 lbf
Disconnect the electrical connector and clamp. ft).
Remove the three capscrews (1) and the cover (2). Connect the drain line and pressurize the supply system.
Remove the four capscrews (3) and the valve assembly Bleed any air from the system by loosening the bleed
(4). screw (11) approximately one turn. Tighten the bleed
screw after all the air is bled from the system.
Remove and discard the four O-rings (5).
Install the cover using the three capscrews removed
Remove the plug (6). during disassembly. Torque the capscrews to 22.5 to 27.5
Remove the spool (8) with the retaining ring (7), washer Nm (16.6 to 20.2 lbf ft).
(9) and the spring (10). Connect the electrical connector and clamps.

79032966 A Rev. 06-235

Power Rear Axle
Troubleshooting and Testing
Troubleshooting Checks
With the engine of the machine turned off, check for signs
of external oil leakage around seals, housing, or hose
connections. Also check for pinched or kinked hoses and
steel lines that can limit oil flow and cause excessive heat
build up in the hydraulic oil.
Check the hydraulic oil level in the reservoir and add the
correct amount and type of hydraulic oil, if necessary.
Check the quality of the oil; change the oil if milky, dirty, or
discolored. Also smell the oil. A burned odor indicates
excessive heat that can destroy the lubricating qualities of
the oil. Again, the oil needs to be changed if this condition
is found. Determine the cause of the excessive heat and
correct the problem.
Determine if the hydrostatic filter is plugged or damaged.
A filter that has failed will permit oil to bypass the system,
changing system operation and tests.
Check the maintenance records with the machine to
determine if the correct service procedures have been
made at the proper intervals. Check for past reports of not
normal, frequent, or similar failures

Troubleshooting Chart

Problem Possible Cause Remedy

Performance of the power rear axle Operating with transmission in a System is more effective in a higher
is sluggish and/or axle gives very low gear range. gear range.
little assist.
Operating the 2-speed wheel Motor is more effective in the lower
motors in the wrong range. speed range.
Not correctly plumbed high Refer to the Power
pressure lines. Axle....Hydrostatic Circuitry
Description section.
High pressure relief valve not Refer to the Hydraulics Division...
adjusted correctly/defective. Hydrostatic Drive Systems section of
this manual.
Excessive internal (case) leakage See test procedure number 1
from the wheel motor or motors.
Selector valve defective Perform test procedure number 1.
Not enough charge pressure. Perform test procedure number 1.
Flow Regulator defective. Perform test procedure number 4.
Solenoid valve in the motor Perform test procedure number 5.
2-speed valve is not working
Pilot pressure cartridge valve in the Replace the 2-speed valve
2-speed valve is defective. assembly.
2-speed spool in the motor valve Replace spool.
cover defective.
Power rear axle operates in Forward Excessive wheel motor internal Perform test procedure number 1.
but not in Reverse, or operates in (case) leakage.
Reverse but not in Forward.
Stuck spool in the selector valve. Perform test procedure number 1.

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 Power Rear Axle
External oil leaks from wheel Motor case pressure too high. Check to make sure that the case
motor(s). drain lines from the wheel motors
and drain line to reservoir is not
blocked, pinched, or kinked.
Check that the 103.4 kPa (15 psi)
case drain check valve is not
defective.
Seals within the motor or motors Correct the cause of the failure and
damaged by pressure spikes, high repair/replace the defective wheel
operating temperatures, use of not motor(s).
correct fluid or contaminates in the
oil.
Wheel motor not correctly Repair or replace wheel motor or
assembled or defective. motors.
One wheel on power rear axle is Not correctly routed high pressure Refer to Power Axle...Hydrostatic
dragging or locked up. hoses to the rear wheel motors. Circuitry Description section.
Rear wheel motor is locked up With the system Off and with the
because of internal component wheel off the ground, rotate the
failure. wheel by hand. If the wheel will not
rotate, the wheel motor is locked up.
Service or replace the wheel motor.
Power Rear Axle is not functioning. Blown fuse. Replace the fuse.
Low-high-off switch is defective. Replace the switch.
Not connected or broken electrical Connect or repair the electrical
wiring. wiring.
Low hydraulic fluid level. Fill the hydraulic reservoir to the
correct operating level.
Solenoid valve in the selector valve Perform test procedure number 2.
not working because of:
a) Solenoid valve spool not
shifting.
b) Solenoid coil is open or shorted.
c) Loose wiring connection(s).
d) Not correct grounding of the
valve body.
Selector spool in the selector valve Perform test procedure number 3.
not shifting.
Excessive rear wheel motor Perform test procedure number 1.
leakage.

79032966 A Rev. 06-237

Power Rear Axle
2-speed wheel motor is not Low-high-off switch is defective. Replace the switch.
functioning or is malfunctioning.
Not connected or broken electrical Connect or repair the electrical
wiring. wiring.
Solenoid valve in the motor Perform test procedure number 5.
2-speed valve not working due to:
a) Solenoid valve spool not
shifting.
b) Solenoid coil is open or shorted.
c) Loose wiring connection(s).
d) Not correct grounding of the
valve body.
Pilot pressure cartridge valve in Replace the 2-speed valve
2-speed valve defective. assembly.
The 2-speed spool in motor valve Replace the spool.
cover is defective.

06-238 79032966 A Rev.

 Power Rear Axle
Combine Operation Mode Verses Test
Pressures Chart

TEST LOCATIONS
Operation Forward Port Reverse Port Forward Line Reverse Line Pilot Pressure To
Mode Pressure To Disengage
Engage
Power Rear System Charge System Charge Charge Spring Force
Axle On Pressure 6.9 Pressure 2.5 Pressure 6.9 Pressure 2.5 Pressure 2.5
Forward to 45 mPa to 2.7 mPa to 45 mPa to 2.7 mPa to 2.7 mPa
(1000 to 6525 (370 to 400 (1000 to 6525 (370 to 400 (370 to 400
psi) psi) psi) psi) psi)
Power Rear Charge Charge Charge Charge Charge Spring Force
Axle On Pressure 2.7 Pressure 2.7 Pressure 2.7 Pressure 2.7 Pressure 2.7
Neutral to 2.9 mPa to 2.9 mPa to 2.9 mPa to 2.9 mPa to 2.9 mPa
(392 to 420 (392 to 420 (392 to 420 (392 to 420 (392 to 420
psi) psi) psi) psi) psi)
Power Rear Charge System Charge System Charge Spring Force
Axle On Pressure 2.5 Pressure 6.9 Pressure 2.5 Pressure 6.9 Pressure 2.5
Reverse to 2.7 mPa to 45 mPa to 2.7 mPa to 45 mPa to 2.7 mPa
(370 to 400 (1000 to 6525 (370 to 400 (1000 to 6525 (370 to 400
psi) psi) psi) psi) psi)
Power Rear System Charge Wheel Motor Wheel Motor Selector Valve Spring Force
Axle Off Pressure 6.9 Pressure 2.5 Case Drain Case Drain Drain
Forward to 45 mPa to 2.7 mPa Pressure Pressure Pressure
(1000 to 6525 (370 to 400 103 to 207 103 to 207 (Tank)
psi) psi) kPa (15 to 30 kPa (15 to 30 0 to 207 kPa
psi) psi) (0 to 30 psi)
Power Rear Charge Charge Wheel Motor Wheel Motor Selector Valve Spring Force
Axle Off Pressure 2.7 Pressure 2.7 Case Drain Case Drain Drain
Neutral to 2.9 mPa to 2.9 mPa Pressure Pressure Pressure
(392 to 400 (392 to 400 103 to 207 103 to 207 (Tank)
psi) psi) kPa (15 to 30 kPa (15 to 30 0 to 207 kPa
psi) psi) (0 to 30 psi)
Power Rear Charge System Wheel Motor Wheel Motor Selector Valve Spring Force
Axle Off Pressure 2.5 Pressure 6.9 Case Drain Case Drain Drain
Reverse to 2.7 mPa to 45 mPa Pressure Pressure Pressure
(370 to 400 (1000 to 6525 103 to 207 103 to 207 (Tank)
psi) psi) kPa (15 to 30 kPa (15 to 30 0 to 207 kPa
psi) psi) (0 to 30 psi)

79032966 A Rev. 06-239

Power Rear Axle
Test Procedure No. 1
Problem: Power rear axle performance sluggish.
Cause: Excessive case drain leakage; Selector valve
defective; Not enough charge pressure.
FIGS. 558–559: First make sure that the outside of the
valve is free from any dirt or grease.
IMPORTANT: Dirt must not enter the valve when 1
removing any of the valve components.
2
IMPORTANT: Use care when removing plugs so that
internal parts of the valve are not lost.
Install a 69 mPa (10,000 psi) pressure gauge in both the
forward (4) and reverse (5) inlet hoses to the valve.
(1) Charge pressure test ports
(2) Drain test port
NOTE: Pressure needs to be zero at this port (pressure
can pulse when shifting). If pressure does not
drop to zero, the drain hose or the passage drain
can be obstructed.
(3) Disconnect and plug the hose. 3
d-9623
Install a 3.4 mPa (500 psi) pressure gauge in both the
charge pressure (1) and the drain (2) test gauge ports. FIG. 558

With the power rear axle turned to ON, record the

pressure readings with the machine moving forward and
then in reverse.
• Sluggish (poor) performance of the machine can 4
occur if charge pressure drops below 100 psi (689.4
kPa). When this occurs, system pressure is not
permitted to increase high enough to keep the 5
machine moving.
NOTE: Refer to the Pressure Chart in this section for
correct range of test pressures.
• The probable cause of the charge pressure
decreasing below 689.4 kPa (100 psi) is excessive
case leakage within the hydrostatic system. This
excessive leakage can be caused by either the power
rear axle components or the hydrostatic transmission
of the combine. d-9626a

FIG. 559
The following specifications will determine if the problem
is within the power rear axle system:
1. Leakage from the rear wheel motors must not be
more than 7.61 l/min (2.0 gal/min) with the machine
moving at system pressure.
2. The selector valve leakage must not be more than 82
cu cm/min (5 cu in/min)
If excessive leakage occurs, refer to the wheel motor
service instructions and repair or replace the wheel motor
and replace the selector valve.

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 Power Rear Axle
Test Procedure #2
Problem - Rear Wheel Drive Not Operating.
Cause - Solenoid Valve Not Working.
FIG. 560: Turn the switch to the On position that permits
signal voltage to the rear wheel drive without starting the
engine. 1
Have an assistant operate the Low-High-Off Rear Wheel
Drive switch. A distinct click will be heard at the solenoid, 2
indicating that the solenoid valve spool is shifting properly.
If the click is not heard, check for possible loose wire
connections at the solenoid, the switch in the cab and all 3
other connections for the rear wheel assist harness.
4
If no problems are found, do an electrical resistance
check on the solenoid valve coil to determine if the coil is 5
defective. Coil resistance needs to be 7 - 9 ohms.
If all electrical connections are good and the coil
resistance is good, replacement of the solenoid valve is
necessary.
(1) Wire Connector
(2) Pin Terminals
(3) Seals
(4) Wire Leads from Coil
(5) Solenoid Coil with Cover

d-9624

FIG. 560

79032966 A Rev. 06-241

Power Rear Axle
Test Procedure #3
Problem - Rear Wheel Drive Not Operating.
Cause - Selector Spool Not Shifting.
Make sure that the outside of the Selector valve is free
from any dirt or grease. Dirt must not enter the valve when
removing any of the valve components.

m
CAUTION: The following steps require
removal of hydraulic hoses and fittings. Be
sure to relieve pressure from the system
prior to loosening any connections.

FIG. 561: Install 69 mPa (10,000 psi) pressure gauges in

the forward and reverse inlet lines to the valve and forward
and reverse lines between the Selector valve and the
wheel motors.
(1) Charge Pressure Test Ports 1
(2) Drain Test Port
Install 3.4 mPa (500 psi) (or larger) pressure gauges in
the charge pressure port and the drain test port. 2
With the Rear Wheel Drive ON, record pressure readings
with the machine moving in forward and then reverse.
With the Rear Wheel Drive OFF, record pressure
readings with the machine moving in forward and then
reverse.
If the pilot pressure reading is NOT correct, (machine
charge pressure) then check the solenoid valve to make
sure that the valve is shifting properly (See Test
Procedure #2).
If the pilot pressure reading is correct, but the forward and
the reverse line pressures to the wheel motors are not d-9625
correct, then the main spool in the Selector valve is not FIG. 561
shifting. Forward and reverse pressures will be the same
as the machine system pressure and the machine charge
pressure.

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 Power Rear Axle
FIG. 562: To prevent siphoning of the oil reservoir,
loosen and remove the bottom hose connection from the
valve. Plug the hose to prevent draining the reservoir.
(1) Spool
(2) Spring
(3) Fitting
(4) Disconnect and plug hose
Remove the bottom fitting from the Selector valve.
Check for free movement of the Selector spool in the
bore. If the spool does not move freely, remove the spool
from the bore and check for excessive wear on the spool
and the bore.
Install the spool in the bore and check again for free 1
movement.
If the spool continues to stick, replacement of the
complete Selector valve is necessary.

d-9626

FIG. 562

79032966 A Rev. 06-243

Power Rear Axle
Test Procedure #4 (Flow Regulators)
Problem - Rear Wheel Drive is Sluggish
Make sure that the outside of the selector valve and the
flow regulators are free from any dirt or grease. Dirt must
not be permitted to enter the system when removing any
of the flow regulator valve components.

m
CAUTION: The following steps require
removal of hydraulic hoses and fittings. Be
sure to relieve pressure from system prior
to loosening any connections.

FIG. 563: Install 69 mPa (10,000 psi) pressure gauges in

the forward and the reverse inlet lines to the valve and
forward and reverse lines between the selector valve and
the wheel motors. 1
(1) Charge Pressure Test Ports 2
(2) Drain Test Port
(3) Disconnect and plug hose
Install 3.4 mPa (500 psi) pressure gauges in the charge
pressure port and the drain test port.
With the rear wheel drive On, record pressure readings
with the machine moving in forward and reverse.
With the rear wheel drive Off, record pressure readings
with the machine moving in forward and then reverse.
If the pilot pressure reading is not correct, (machine
charge pressure) check the solenoid valve to make sure
that the valve is shifting properly (See Test Procedure 3
number 2).
If the pilot pressure reading is correct, but the forward and
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reverse line pressures to the wheel motors are not
correct, check the selector spool to make sure that the FIG. 563
spool is shifting properly (See Test Procedure number 3).
If the solenoid valve and the spool are shifting properly,
then the flow regulators may not be operating properly.
To prevent siphoning of the oil reservoir, loosen and
remove the bottom hose connection from the valve. Plug
the hose to prevent draining the reservoir.
Remove the hoses from the flow regulators and the flow
regulators from the selector valve.

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2
3
4
5

6 7

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FIG. 564

FIG. 564: Check for free movement of the piston in the

bore of the flow regulator. If the piston does not move
freely, remove the piston, spring, washer and the baffle
from the flow regulator by removing the hydraulic adapter.
(1) Adapter
(2) Baffle
(3) Spring
(4) Washer
(5) Piston
(6) Body
(7) O-ring
Check all parts and the bore for excessive wear.
Install the spool in the bore and check again for free
movement. If the spool continues to stick, replacement of
the flow regulator is necessary.

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Test Procedure #5
Problem - 2-Speed Drive Not Operating
Cause - Solenoid Valve Not Working
FIG. 565: Turn the switch to the On position that permits
signal voltage to the rear wheel drive without starting the
engine.
Have an assistant operate the Low-High-Off Rear Wheel
Drive switch. A distinct click will be heard at the solenoid,
indicating that the solenoid valve spool is shifting properly.
If the click is not heard, check for possible loose wire
connections at the solenoid, switch in the cab and all
other connections for the rear wheel assist harness.
If no problems are found, do an electrical resistance
check on the solenoid valve coil to determine if the coil is
defective. Coil resistance needs to be 7 - 9 ohms.
705021A
If all electrical connections are good and the coil
resistance is good, replacement of the solenoid valve is FIG. 565
necessary.

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INDEX

A and Controls .............................................. 06-144

Power Rear Axle Identification ...................... 06-141
Adjustable Steering Axle - If Equipped .............. 06-27 Power Rear Axle Wheel Motor ...................... 06-189
Adjusting Rear Axle Wheel Tread (Width) ...... 06-29 Wheel Stop Adjustment ................................ 06-164
Adjusting Rear Wheel Toe-in .......................... 06-33
Axle Removal and Disassembly ..................... 06-54
Axle Stop Adjustment ..................................... 06-34
Rear Wheel Bearing Lubrication
and Adjustment ........................................... 06-38
Rear Wheel bolt Torque .................................. 06-28
Adjustable Steering Axle - Standard .................... 06-1
Adjusting Rear Axle Wheel Tread Width .......... 06-6
Axle Installation ............................................... 06-13
Axle Removal .................................................. 06-11
Bleeding Steering Cylinder and Lines ............... 06-4
Cleaning, Inspection, And Installation ............. 06-19
General Information .......................................... 06-1
Spindle Bushing Installation ............................ 06-22
Spindle Bushing Removal ............................... 06-20
Standard Rear Axle Wheel Bolt Torque ............ 06-2
Steering Cylinder Installation ............................ 06-3
Steering Cylinder Removal ............................... 06-2
Steering Stop Adjustment ............................... 06-24

Power Rear Axle - Single Speed ....................... 06-65

Adjusting Rear Axle Wheel Tread Width ........ 06-79
Adjusting Rear Wheel Toe-In .......................... 06-82
Axle Installation ............................................... 06-90
Axle Removal .................................................. 06-87
Basic Motor Repair ....................................... 06-116
Bleeding Steering Cylinder and Lines ............. 06-76
Checking and Tightening Rear Wheel
Tie Rod Ends ............................................... 06-84
General Information ........................................ 06-65
Power Rear Axle Equa-Trac II Valve
Components ................................................ 06-94
Power Rear Axle Identification ........................ 06-66
Power Rear Axle Operation Description ......... 06-72
Power Rear Axle Service Tools .................... 06-126
Power Rear Axle Wheel Motor ....................... 06-98
Rear Wheel Lug Nut Torque ........................... 06-78
Rear Wheel Motor Axle Bearings ................... 06-78
Steering Cylinder Installation .......................... 06-76
Steering Cylinder Operation ........................... 06-74
Steering Cylinder Removal ............................. 06-74
Wheel Motor Steering Pin Bushings ............... 06-78
Wheel Stop Adjustment .................................. 06-84
Power Rear Axle - Two Speed ......................... 06-139
Adjusting Rear Axle Height ........................... 06-154
Adjusting Rear Axle Wheel Tread (Width) .... 06-159
Axle Removal ................................................ 06-168
Checking and Tightening Rear Wheel
Tie Rod Ends ............................................. 06-164
General Information ...................................... 06-139
Hydrostatic Circuitry Description ................... 06-146
Operation Description ................................... 06-149
Power Rear Axle Electrical Components

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