Caterpillar — E-Z Lube Lubrication
Maintenance · E-Z Lube axle spindle
From a Caterpillar owner's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
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Before you start
- If hubs are removed from an E-Z Lube axle, seals must be replaced BEFORE bearing lubrication.
Procedure
- Remove the rubber plug from the end of the grease cap.
- Place a standard grease gun onto the grease fitting in the end of the spindle.
- Pump grease into fitting until old displaced grease flows back out the cap.
- Remove grease gun, wipe off excess, replace rubber plug in cap.
- Rotate hub or drum while adding grease.
Tools required
- grease gun Amazon
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Source: Caterpillar owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.