Note: The recommended oil change period is 50,000
miles or every two years. When changing or adding
oil, the recommended oil is a 50w synthetic prefer-
ably and any quality brand oil is acceptable. The
acceptable oil weight range that may be used is 50w
Oil (minimum to 90 Weight Gear (maximum).
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Remove lug nuts.
Remove wheel.
Remove Turbo Lube cap.
Remove cotter pin or flange lock.
Unscrew the spindle nut counter-clockwise.
Remove thrust washer.
Note: It is normal for the oil to change color after a
few miles of use. Even a small amount of moisture
condensation can cause the oil to turn milky.
NOTICE
Most bearing failures are due to improper
maintenance. Be sure to inspect bearings
and seals as noted in Section S-6B and refer
to the manufacturer’s literature included with
your trailer.
7. Remove hub from spindle.
B. Bearing/Seal Inspection and Replacement
When inspecting bearings or seals:
S - 6
AXLE INSPECTION & REPAIRS
1.
Inspect the grease seal for damage, tears, or
cracks. If there is no damage or leakage is not
occurring, the seal is in good condition.
As a general rule, repairs and maintenance should be
performed by qualified servicing personnel. Our axle
manufacturer recommends that a certified mechanic
should be consulted on the following items:
If the seal is torn or cracked, then it should be re-
placed. The seal can be pried out of the hub with
a screw driver. Be sure to replace the seal using
the recommended replacement parts. Parts can
be obtained from your Four Winns dealer.
1
2
.
.
Broken axle
Broken spring
3.
Worn spring eye bushing parts
Sagging springs
Welding fatigue
Serious leakage of seal
Tire wear
4.
5.
6.
7.
2.
When inspecting the bearing, check for corrosion
and wear. If any rust or wear exists on the bear-
ing, then remove and replace with the recom-
mended parts listed in the table above.
8.
Loose or worn suspension parts
All brake related adjustments, inspections and
problems
9.
3. If the bearings are in good condition, repacking
the grease should be done at this time. Hand
pack each bearing individually using a premium
water resistant wheel bearing grease.
A. Removal of Hub
The following instructions pertain only to trailers
manufactured by Four Winns. To remove the hub to
inspect the bearings and seals, refer to Figure S19
and the following instructions:
C. Hub Reinstallation
1.
2.
To reinstall hub, reverse the procedures listed
above.
It is important to tighten the spindle nut to approxi-
mately 50 ft.-lbs. (12” wrench with full hand force).
Loosen the nut then finger tighten.
3.
Replace the cotter.
4.
When reinstalling wheel, the following tightening
procedure is recommended by the manufacturer:
Figure S19: Axle Components
a.
Place wheel lug nuts on by hand to start.
Trailer Information - Section S
Owner’s Manual Page 141
| Categories | Four Winns Manuals, Four Winns SL-Series Manuals, Outboard Marine Corporation Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Four Winns SL |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| Download File |
|
| Document Type | Owner's Manual |
| Language | English |
| Product Brand | Boats and Cruisers, Four Winns. For support contact your dealer at http://www.fourwinns.com/locate-dealer.aspx |
| Document File Type | |
| Publisher | fourwinns.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Outboard Marine Corporation |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
(0 votes, average: 0 out of 5)