John Deere – 1023E, 1025R and 1026R – Install Front Axle

[1] – Install axle assembly to machine if removed. Grease axle pivot bolt (A) and install through frame mounts and axle.

[2] – Grease splines and install front axle driveshaft to transmission MFWD output shaft.

[3] – Install shield to front drive shaft. Slide shield part way down shaft.

[4] – Grease front axle input shaft splines.

[5] – Align holes in drive shaft yoke and axle input shaft. Slide drive shaft forward to install to axle.

[6] – Drive spring pin (B) through yoke and input shaft. Install snap ring (C) to yoke groove to secure spring pin. Ensure that snap ring covers both ends of spring pin.

[7] – Install shield to axle, and tighten hose clamp (D) to secure shield.

[8] – Install two washers and hex lock nut (E) to axle pivot bolt. Tighten nut to specification.

[9] – Connect steering cylinder hoses (F) to hydraulic pipes. Install cylinder hose near axle pivot to pipe nearest frame.

[10] – Install wheel assemblies and lower machine from supports.