Sterling Trucks Acterra MX - Manual (Page 84)

pand when in contact with synthetic grease.
Consult your local Meritor representative for
synthetic grease application references before
using any synthetic grease when performing
axle service and maintenance.
4. Using a multipurpose grease, NLGI grade 1 or 2,
lubricate the kingpins through the grease fittings
on the top and bottom of the knuckle. See
Fig. 2 .
5. Apply lubricant until new lubricant comes from
the thrust bearing seal and the upper shim pack.
6. Remove the chocks from the tires.
Easy Steer Plus ™ –Axles With
Unitized Wheel Ends, King Pins
NOTE: This procedure applies to Easy Steer
Plus
™ MFS 10-12-143D sealed front axles.
Refer to the identification tag on the front of the
axle beam.
On Easy Steer Plus front axles, the grease fittings
are on the top and bottom kingpin caps of the
knuckle.
1. Shut off the engine, apply the brakes, and chock
the rear tires.
2. Make sure the tires touch the ground. Do
notraise the vehicle.
3. Clean off all grease fittings prior to lubrication.
IMPORTANT: Meritor recognizes that industry
trends are moving toward increased selection
and usage of synthetic grease in vehicle mainte-
nance. However, some seals are known to ex-
pand when in contact with synthetic grease.
Consult your local Meritor representative for
synthetic grease application references before
using any synthetic grease when performing
axle service and maintenance.
4. Using a multipurpose grease, NLGI grade 1 or 2,
lubricate the kingpins through the grease fittings
on the top and bottom of the knuckle. See
Fig. 3 .
5. Force lubricant into the upper and lower kingpin
grease fitting caps until new lubricant flows from
between the upper axle beam end and the
knuckle and between the lower axle beam end
and the knuckle. See
Fig. 3 .
6. Remove the chocks from the tires.
33–02 Tie Rod End Inspecting
IMPORTANT: If the tie rod end boot is torn or
missing, replace the entire tie rod end. Do not
replace the boot only.
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A
A. Apply lubricant until new lubricant comes from these
areas.
1. Grease Fitting
Fig. 2, Sealed, Easy Steer Kingpin Lubrication
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A
1
A. Apply lubricant until new lubricant comes from these
areas.
1. Grease Fitting
Fig. 3, Sealed, Easy Steer Plus Kingpin Lubrication
Front Axle
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