Section 27

Chapter 1

REAR AXLE AND PLANETARIES

TG Series Tractors

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIAL TOOLS ............................................................................................................................................... 27-3

SPECIAL TORQUES .......................................................................................................................................... 27-5

SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................................................. 27-5

GENERAL INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................ 27-5

Cleaning .......................................................................................................................................................... 27-5
Inspection ........................................................................................................................................................ 27-5
Gears .............................................................................................................................................................. 27-5
Oil Seals, O-rings And Gaskets ...................................................................................................................... 27-5
Bearings .......................................................................................................................................................... 27-5

REAR AXLE ....................................................................................................................................................... 27-6

Removal .......................................................................................................................................................... 27-6

AXLE HOUSING DISASSEMBLY ...................................................................................................................... 27-9

PLANETARY DISASSEMBLY .......................................................................................................................... 27-11

DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER SEAL REPLACEMENT ......................................................................................... 27-13

PLANETARY ASSEMBLY ................................................................................................................................ 27-14

AXLE HOUSING ASSEMBLY .......................................................................................................................... 27-17

4-Inch Axle .................................................................................................................................................. 27-18
4-Inch Heavy Duty Axle ............................................................................................................................... 27-18
4.5-Inch Axle ............................................................................................................................................... 27-18
4-Inch Standard Axle ................................................................................................................................... 27-20
4-Inch Heavy Duty Axle ............................................................................................................................... 27-20
4.5-Inch Axle ............................................................................................................................................... 27-20
For All Axles ................................................................................................................................................ 27-21

HOW TO DETERMINE RAM PRESSURE ....................................................................................................... 27-22

AXLE INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................................... 27-25

AXLE SEAL WEAR SLEEVE INSTALLATION (4-Inch Axle Only) ................................................................... 27-29

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SPECIAL TOOLS

RH02D122 RH02D124

Rear Housing Handler 17-527 Brake Disc Alignment Toll 89-581-5

RH02D123 CAS2691

Pushing Bridge 89-525-18 Alignment Guide Pins (studs) CAS2691

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400I7

Puller Set with 30-Ton Ram CAS10030

T82109 T82107

Bushing Bearing And Seal Driver Set CAS 10387 Universal Driver Set (3-1/16 Inch To 4-1/2 Inch
Diameter) CAS10389
Tool Organizer Board CAS10390

T82108

Universal Driver Set (1/2 Inch To 4-1/2 Inch

Diameter) CAS10388

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SPECIAL TORQUES
Axle Mounting Bolts.................................................................................................. 232 to 262 Nm (171 to 193 lb ft)

SPECIFICATIONS
Axle Rolling Torque Without Outer Seal
Set Torque 3-1/2 inch Axle .......................................................................... 200 to 240 lb in (22.6 to 27.1 Nm)
4 inch Axle ..................................................................................... 250 to 300 lb in (28.2 33.9 Nm)
Final Torque With New Bearings 3-1/2 inch Axle ........................................ 100 to 170 lb in (11.3 to 19.2 Nm)
4 inch Axle ................................................................................. 140 to 210 lb in (15.8 to 23.7 Nm)
Final Torque With Used Bearings 3-1/2 inch Axle ............................................... 50 to 85 lb in (5.6 to 9.6 Nm)
4 inch Axle ..................................................................................... 70 to 105 lb in (7.9 to 11.8 Nm)

GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL INDICATES IMPORTANT SAFETY
MESSAGES IN THIS MANUAL. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, CAREFULLY
! READ THE MESSAGE THAT FOLLOWS AND BE ALERT TO THE POSSIBILITY
OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. N171B

Cleaning Bearings
Check bearings for smooth action. If a bearing has a
Before any service work is done, steam clean the
loose fit or rough action, replace the bearing.
complete outside surface of the housing.
If necessary, wash bearings with clean solvent and
NOTE: Do not use caustic soda for steam cleaning. permit to air dry.

Clean all metal parts, except bearings, in mineral NOTE: DO NOT DRY WITH COMPRESSED AIR.
spirits or by steam cleaning.
Lubricate bearings after cleaning to prevent rust.
After cleaning, dry and lubricate all parts. Clean oil
passages with compressed air.
WARNING: Always wear heat protective
Inspection ! gloves to prevent burning your hands when
handling heated parts. SM121A

Visually inspect all parts when disassembled.

Replace all parts that have wear or damage. The

replacement of parts as necessary will prevent early
failure.

Gears
Check all gears for wear and damage.

Replace worn or damaged gears.

Oil Seals, O-rings And Gaskets

Always install new oil seals, O-rings and gaskets. Put
oil or petroleum jelly on seals and O-rings.

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REAR AXLE

Removal

STEP 1 STEP 2

91S16 13S23

Move the rear housing handler CAS17-527 into

position under the tractor.

STEP 3

91S10

Drain the rear axle as follows:

1. Put a container under the transmission housing.
2. Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid from 13S29
the transmission housing. Raise the front lift of the rear housing handler. Turn
3. Remove the drain plug from under the axle the rear threaded rods until the rear frame is
housings and remove the fluid. supported.

NOTE: The transmission holds approximately 174

liters (46 gallons) of oil.

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STEP 4 STEP 7

86S1 RD02D150

Remove the wheel and tire assemblies from both Install a lift strap at the axle balance point. Put
axles. tension on the lift strap. Remove the remaining bolts
and remove the axle.

STEP 5 NOTE: It will be necessary to break loose the axle

flange sealant by hitting the axle end with a soft
faced mallet.

1 STEP 8
2

RD02D148

Remove the axle bolts that retain the draft pin wiring
tub bracket (1) and the hitch cylinder hose bracket
(2). Move the brackets out of the way.

T97973
STEP 6 Remove the ring gear from the axle housing.

STEP 9

RD02D149

Remove a bolt from front and rear of the axle housing

and install a guide dowel in each bolt location.
T97974

Remove the retaining ring from the axle shaft.

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STEP 10 STEP 11

T97975 87S23

Use a sling and hoist to remove the planetar y Remove the sun gear from the brake discs. Clean
assembly from the axle. and inspect for heavy wear or damage. Replace if
necessary.

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AXLE HOUSING DISASSEMBLY

STEP 12 STEP 14

512L0 T97981

Remove the nylon wear insert from the axle shaft Remove the shims from the axle shaft.
end. Remove the retaining ring from the axle shaft.
Press on the thrust ring to relieve pressure on the
retaining ring before removing retaining ring from STEP 15
shaft.

STEP 13

T97984

Install a pulling bridge and a 30-ton ram on the axle

housing. Press the axle assembly out of the axle
housing.
T97980

Remove the thrust ring from the axle shaft.

STEP 16

T97985

Remove the seal and, if equipped, the wear sleeve,

from the axle shaft.

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STEP 17 STEP 19

T97986 T97991

Use a puller to remove the bearing from the axle Use a puller to remove the bushing from the axle
shaft. shaft.

NOTE: Remove the O-ring from the inside diameter

STEP 18 of the bushing on 115 mm (4.5 in.) diameter axle.

STEP 20

T97988

Remove and discard the O-ring used on 4-in. axles

from the axle bushing.
T97994

Use a puller to remove the inner bearing cup from the

axle housing.

STEP 21

T97997

Use a puller to remove the outer bearing cup from

the axle housing.

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PLANETARY DISASSEMBLY

STEP 22 STEP 24

T98000 T98002

If the planetary gears are to be used again, make Remove the planet gear shaft from the planetary
marks so that the gears are assembled in their gear carrier.
original location in the gear carrier.

STEP 25
STEP 23

T98003

T97999 Remove the planetary gear and bearing assembly

Drive the roll pin into the planet gear shaft. from the gear carrier.

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STEP 26 STEP 27

RD98C193 RD98C194

Remove the thrust washer and needle bearings from Remove the thrust ring. Turn the planet gear over
one side of the planet gear. and remove the other thrust washer and needle
bearings.

STEP 28
Repeat Steps 22 through 27 for the other planet gear
assemblies.

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DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER SEAL REPLACEMENT

STEP 29 STEP 30

T98027 T98028

Remove the seal from the differential carrier. Use a driver to install a new seal until the seal is flush
with the surface of the differential carrier.

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PLANETARY ASSEMBLY

5
7
1

3 9
4

107l94A
1. THRUST WASHER 6. THRUST WASHER
2. NEEDLE BEARING 7. ROLL PIN
3. PLANET GEAR 8. PLANET GEAR CARRIER
4. THRUST RING 9. BEARING SHAFT
5. NEEDLE BEARING

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STEP 31 STEP 33

RD98C0194 T98003

Lubricate the needle bearings with petroleum jelly to Put the planet gear assembly into position in the gear
keep them in place and install the bearings on one carrier. Make sure that the assemblies are installed
side. Turn the planet gear around and install the in their original locations.
thrust ring. Install the remaining needle bearings
lubricated with petroleum jelly. NOTE: Three-gear planetary shown.
Models 210, 230 and 255 will have two rows of 29
bearings in each gear. STEP 34
Model 285 will have two rows of 33 bearings in each
gear.

STEP 32

T98002

Align the holes in the bearing shaft with the roll pin
hole in the planetary gear carrier.

RDC195

Install the thrust washer on both sides of the planet

gear.

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STEP 35 STEP 36

T98001 T97999

Slide the bearing shaft through the planet gear Install the roll pin in the bearing shaft until the end of
bearings until the roll pin hole can be seen in the the pin is flush with planet gear carrier housing.
planet gear carrier.
STEP 37
Repeat the procedure for the other planet gears in
the remaining planetary assembly.

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AXLE HOUSING ASSEMBLY

1
2

4
8
5
6 10
7

19 11
12 13 18 14

17

16
15
108L94
1. RETAINING RING 8. AXLE HOUSING 15. SEAL
2. PLANETARY 9. BEARING CONE 16. OIL SEAL, IF EQUIPPED
ASSEMBLY
3. RETAINING RING 10. BEARING CUP 17. WEAR SLEEVE, IF EQUIPPED
4. THRUST RING 11. O-RING 18. OIL SEAL, IF EQUIPPED
5. SHIMS 12. AXLE BUSHING 19. WEAR SLEEVE, IF EQUIPPED
6. BEARING CONE 13. AXLE WEAR INSERT
7. BEARING CUP 14. AXLE SHAFT

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4-Inch Axle 4-Inch Heavy Duty Axle

STEP 38 STEP 40

399L7

Press the bushing (1) onto the axle shaft with 89000
N (20 000 lb) force so that it is seated tightly on the
shoulder. 4BSHG

Press the axle bushing (1) onto the axle shaft with
222500 N (50,000 lb) force so that it is seated tightly
STEP 39
on the shoulder. Lubricate a new O-ring (2) with
transmission fluid or petroleum jelly and install in the
groove chamfer of the axle bushing.

4.5-Inch Axle

STEP 41

T97988

1 2

2 115BSHG

Lubricate a new O-ring (1) with transmission fluid or

petroleum jelly and install into the groove in the axle
bushing (2). Press the axle bushing with O-ring
installed on the axle shaft with 89000 N (20000 lb)
force so that it is seated tightly on the shoulder.

115RING

Lubricate a new O-ring (1) with transmission fluid or

petroleum jelly and install in the groove of the axle
bushing (2).

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STEP 42 STEP 45
2 3

1
115BRG2 376L0

Press the outer axle bearing on the axle shaft so it is 1. RAM 3. AXLE HOUSING
tight against the bushing. 2. SPACER 4. AXLE SHAFT

Install the axle shaft assembly as follows:

STEP 43 1. Install the axle shaft assembly in the axle
housing.
2. Apply a light coat of oil to the bearing cone ID
and position the bearing on the axle shaft.
3. Install the proper spacer over the inner bearing
cone.
4. Position a 30-ton ram over the spacer and install
an M20 threaded rod through the ram and into
the axle end.
5. Secure in position with a washer and nut.

T97998

Put antiseize compound on the OD of the outer

bearing cup. Use a driver to install the bearing cup in
the axle housing until the cup is seated.

STEP 44

T97995

Put antiseize compound on the OD of the inner

bearing cup. Use a driver to install the bearing cup
into the axle housing until the cup is seated.

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4-Inch Standard Axle 4.5-Inch Axle

STEP 46 STEP 48

T98042 T98042

Press the inner bearing onto the axle shaft with about Press the inner bearing onto the axle shaft with about
93450 N (21000 lb) force while oscillating and 111250 (25000 lb) force while oscillating and rotating
rotating the axle until a rolling torque of 28 to 34 Nm the axle until a rolling torque of 33 to 47 Nm (290 to
(250 to 300 lb in) is obtained. The torque may be 420 lb in) is obtained. The torque may be checked
checked with a torque wrench on the nut installed on with a torque wrench on the nut installed on the
the threaded rod. threaded rod.

NOTE: It may be necessary to make calculations to NOTE: It may be necessary to make calculations to
determine the force to use with your ram. See How determine the force to use with your ram. See How
To Determine Ram Pressure on page 23. To Determine Ram Pressure on page 23.

4-Inch Heavy Duty Axle

STEP 47

T98042

Press the inner bearing onto the axle shaft with about
282500 (50000 lb) force while oscillating and rotating
the axle until the bearing preload stops rotation.

NOTE: It may be necessary to make calculations to

determine the force to use with your ram. See How
To Determine Ram Pressure on page 23.

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For All Axles STEP 50

STEP 49 3
4

375L0

T97976

Determine shim pack requirements as follows:

1. Remove threaded rod, ram, and spacer.
2. Do not rotate the axle.
3. Measure the distance from the bearing to the far
side of the bearing snap ring groove.
4. Select a shim pack whose total height when
combined with the thrust ring and retaining ring is
equal to the distance obtained in step 3.
5. Install the shim pack, thrust ring, and retaining T98043R
ring on the axle. Be sure the thickest shim is next 1. RAM 3. AXLE HOUSING
to the bearing. 2. BRIDGE 4. AXLES

6. Be sure the retaining ring is fully seated in the Install the pushing bridge and a 30-ton ram onto the
groove. axle assembly. Back press the 4-inch axle 75,650 N
(17,000 lbs). Back press the 4.5-inch axle 97,900 N
(22,000 lbs). Check to assure the snap ring is tight in
the groove and will not rotate.

NOTE: It may be necessary to make calculations to

determine the force to use with your ram. See How
To Determine Ram Pressure on page 23.

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HOW TO DETERMINE RAM PRESSURE

STEP 51 STEP 52
Do the following to determine what the pressure
gauge must show for your ram:
1. Determine the effective area of your ram.
2. Determine the minimum and maximum pressure
gauge readings desired.

Example: Find the effective area of twin rams,

each ram having a piston diameter of 1.5 inch.

The formula for the effective area is:

Effective Area = (2d + 2d) x 0.7854 T97977

Check the axle assembly rolling torque. The final

d = diameter of each ram (1.5 inch) specifications should be as follows:

2d = d x d or 1.5 x 1.5 = 2.25 sq in for each ram 98, 114 inch (4-Inch Dia) Standard Axle
New Bearings ...15.8 to 23.7 Nm (140 to 210 lb in)
Effective Area = (2.25 + 2.25) x 0.7854 = 3.534 Used Bearings ...... 7.9 to 11.9 Nm (70 to 105 lb in)
sq in.
98 & 120 Inch (4-Inch Dia) Heavy Duty Axles
EXAMPLE: Find the pressure gauge reading for the
New Bearings ....18.0 to 28.0 Nm (160 to 250 lb in)
specified minimum and maximum lb force using a
Used Bearings ...... 9.0 to 14.0 Nm (80 to 125 lb in)
ram with 3.534 sq in effective area.
The formula for the pressure gauge reading is: 120, Inch (4-1/2-Inch Dia) Axle
force in lb New Bearings ....22.6 to 38.4Nm (200 to 340 lb in)
reading (psi) = Used Bearings .. 11.3 to 19.2 Nm (100 to 170 lb in)
effective area

NOTE: The rolling torque can be adjusted by adding

17000 lb or subtracting shims. Changing the shim pack
Pressure Gauge Reading = = 4810 psi
3.534 thickness by 0.025 mm (0.001 inch) will change the
rolling torque approximately 2.3 Nm (20 lb in) for the
21000 lb 4-inch axle and 2.8 Nm (25 lb in) for the 4-1/2-inch
Pressure Gauge Reading = = 5942 psi
3.534 axle. Repeat Steps 57 through 64 until the axle
rolling torque is within specifications.
22000 lb
Pressure Gauge Reading = = 6225 psi
3.534

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STEP 53 STEP 56

T97975 T98015

Put the planetary in place on the inner axle shaft

(three planetary gears shown).
1
STEP 54

280L7

4 Inch Axle
T97974

Install the planetary assembly retaining ring in the

groove on the axle shaft. 1

STEP 55
2

115SEAL

4-1/2 Inch Axle

Fill the inner two grooves of the axle seal
1 approximately half full with 251H EP Lithiam grease
512L0
(1).
1. NYLON WEAR INSERT 1. AXLE END

Install a new nylon wear insert in the axle.

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STEP 57 STEP 59

95S3 T97973

Apply Loctite 515 gasket eliminator on the OD of the Install the ring gear on the axle housing assembly.
seal. Install the seal over the axle shaft and into the Do not let the ring gear contact the axle housing at
axle housing. The edge of the seal must be flush with this time.
the axle housing.
STEP 60
IMPORTANT: Use flat bar (not shown) between
driver and seal to install seal flush with housing.
Repeat Steps 50 through 71 for the axle on the other
side.
NOTE: Do not apply Loctite 515 to seal OD on the 4-
1/2-inch axle.

STEP 58
1

210L0

Remove any foreign material from the ring gear. Put

a bead of Loctite 515 gasket eliminator (1) on the
axle side of the ring gear.

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AXLE INSTALLATION

STEP 61 STEP 63

87S13 87S19

Use a brake aligning tool to align the teeth of the Remove the brake aligning tool from the brake discs.
brake discs.

STEP 64
STEP 62

92S5

87S15 If removed, install the guide pins in the rear frame.

Install the sun gear shaft through the brake discs and Apply Loctite 515 gasket eliminator on the mounting
into the rear frame. surface in the rear frame.

NOTE: If equipped, make sure the locator button is

installed on the RH sun gear shaft. STEP 65

RD02D150

Use a lift strap and hoist to move the axle assembly

into position.

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STEP 66 STEP 68

1
2

RD02D052 RD02D148

Use a suitable tool and rotate the axle until the sun Move the draft pin wiring tube bracket (1) and hitch
and planet gears engage. cylinder hose bracket (2) into position. Install the
remaining axle bolts.

STEP 67
STEP 69

RD02D149

Install a few axle housing housing mounting bolts 86S24CU

and tighten until the axle housing contacts the rear Tighten the axle housing mounting bolts to a torque
housing flange. Remove the aligning dowels. of 232 to 262 Nm (171 to 193 lb ft).

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STEP 70 STEP 71
Remove the rear housing handler from the tractor.

STEP 72
Fill the transmission with fluid. See the Operators
Manual for the correct fluid type. Run the tractor and
check the fluid level. Add as necessary.

86S1

Install the wheel and tire assemblies on the rear

axles.

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1
2
3
4
7

21 6
20

19 7
18 22
17 8

15 12
16 10
15

11

14

13
RH98C007
1. AXLE SHAFT 7. BEARING CONE 13. LOCATOR BUTTON 19. RETAINING RING
2. BUSHING 8. PLANET GEAR CARRIER 14. SEAL 20. THRUST WASHER
3. SEAL 9. RING GEAR 15. THRUST WASHER 21. SHIMS
4. RING 10. WEAR INSERT 16. THRUST RING 22. RETAINING RING
5. AXLE HOUSING 11. SUN GEAR SHAFT 17. ROLL PIN
6. BEARING CUP 12. NEEDLE BEARINGS 18. PLANET GEAR SHAFT

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AXLE SEAL WEAR SLEEVE INSTALLATION (4-Inch Axle Only)

STEP 73 STEP 75

93S28 94S6

Remove the old seal from the axle housing. Clean the axle bushing of any foreign material and
remove any scratches. Make sure that the axle
bearing is not contaminated.
STEP 74

STEP 76

93S32

Remove the old wear sleeve, if equipped. Check

wear sleeve dimensions. If a thick sleeve was 94S2

installed, a puller may be required to remove the Clean the OD of the axle and the ID of the new wear
sleeve. sleeve with Loctite safety solvent.

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STEP 77 STEP 79

94S10 94S26

Apply Loctite 290 to seal the area between the axle Install the wear sleeve as follows:
bushing and axle.
1. Heat the new wear sleeve in a bearing oven to
191° to 204°C (375° to 400°F).
STEP 78

WARNING: Always wear heat protective

! gloves to prevent burning your hands when
handling heated parts. SM121A

2. Install the sleeve onto the axle bushing with the

OD chamfer to the outside. The wear sleeve
must just touch or be no more than 0.51 mm
(0.020 inch) away from the axle bearing.

NOTE: If the wear sleeve is driven onto the axle

bushing, make sure that the sleeve does not touch
and preload the axle bearing.
94S14

Apply Loctite 609 to the OD of the axle bushing.

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STEP 80 STEP 81

T98015 94S34

Apply Loctite 515 gasket eliminator to the OD of the

axle shaft.
1
STEP 82

280L7

Fill the inner two grooves of the axle seal

approximately half full with 251H EP Lithiam grease
(1).
95S3

Start the axle seal over the axle and into the axle
housing. The edge of the seal must be flush with the
axle housing.

IMPORTANT: Place a flat bar (not shown) between

the drive and seal to install the seal flush with the
axle housing.

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