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Magnum — Lubricating Trailer Wheel Bearings

Maintenance

From a Magnum operator's manual covering: MMG35D, MMG45K, MMG55D. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Magnum MMG35D, Magnum MMG45K, Magnum MMG55D, John Deere PE4024TF281 engine, Kubota V3600-T-E3BG engine, John Deere 4024HF285 engine

Procedure

  1. Remove the small rubber plug on the grease cap.
  2. Attach a standard grease gun fitting to the grease zerk fitting.
  3. Pump grease into the fitting until new grease is visible around the nozzle.
  4. Use only high quality grease made for wheel bearing lubrication.
  5. Wipe excess grease from the hub with a clean cloth.
  6. Replace the rubber plug when finished.

Tools required

  • Grease gun with standard fitting Amazon

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Specs & values

  • Minimum lubrication every 12 months or 12,000 miles (19,312 km)

Source: Magnum operator'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.

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