Drive Shaft Spline - Lubricate

Illustration 226 g00953223 Rear axle differential

Illustration 226 g01054761 Rear axle differential

Fully retract the boom and fully lower the boom. Move the transmission control to the NEUTRAL position and ensure that the parking brake is engaged. Shut off the engine. Obtain an oil sample from each axle. Keep the oil samples separate from each other. Clean the area around combined level and filler plug (1) for the differential. Remove combined level and filler plug (1). Use a sampling gun in the filler hole in order to obtain an oil sample. Inspect combined level and filler plug (1) for damage. Install combined level and filler plug (1). Analysis of oil from each axle will provide an accurate representation of oil condition within each system. Use SOS Oil Analysis in order to monitor the condition of your oil. For additional information, refer to the appropriate Service Manual.

NOTICE Apply lubricant to the fittings with a hand operated grease gun only. Use of pressure operated lubricating equipment damages the seals.

Illustration 228 g00837541 Location of the Drive Shafts

The following drive shafts must be lubricated: • The front drive shaft • The rear drive shaft

Illustration 229 g00864761 Typical Lubrication Point

There is a grease nipple on the slider of each drive shaft. Lubricate the drive shaft splines through the grease nipples.