Maintenance and service 105 – Volvo D11F User Manual
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Maintenance and Service
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4.
Draglink and steering shaft: Use a lithium-based grease with
specification API NLGI No. 2.
5.
Kingpin, upper and lower: Use a lithium-based grease with
specification API NLGI No. 2.
Always grease a Volvo front axle with the wheels on the ground.
Non-Volvo axles are typically greased with the wheels on the ground. Consult
with the axle manufacturer for the latest recommendation.
6.
Tie-rod: Use a lithium-based grease with specification API NLGI No. 2.
Volvo axles may use a greased-for-life tie-rod. No provisions for adding
grease are available.
7.
Brake fluid and clutch reservoir: Check the fluid level in the reservoir.
Add brake fluid if necessary. Use only DOT 4 brake fluid in the clutch
release system. Mixing DOT 4 brake fluid with petroleum-based oil will
cause seal damage which will cause leakage.
8.
Clutch bearing linkage: Use a lithium-based grease with EP additives to
specification API NLGI No. 2.
Inspection cover removal is necessary. Lubricate according to Eaton's
lubrication document and reinstall the inspection cover.
9.
U-Joints: Use a lithium-based grease with EP additives to specification
API NLGI No. 2.
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