General Information: Replacement

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Standard values, such as torques and certain adjustments, must be strictly observed in the reassembly of all parts. If removed, the following parts should always be replaced with new ones.

Oil seals
Gaskets
O-rings
Lock washers
Cotter pins (split pins)
Plastic nuts

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Seals, Gaskets, O-Rings & Lock Washers
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Depending on their location.
Sealant should be applied to gaskets.
Oil should be applied to the moving components of parts.
Specified oil or grease should be applied to the prescribed locations (oil seals, etc.) before assembly.

Fig 2: Applying Grease/Sealant

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