Section 4 • Repair Procedures4 - 70 S-80 • S-85 • S-80X Part No. 122985February 20124WD STEER AXLE COMPONENTS12-2Drive MotorHow to Remove a Drive MotorComponent damage hazard.Repairs to the motor should onlybe performed by an authorizedSauer dealer.Component damage hazard. Thework area and surfaces where thisprocedure will be performed mustbe clean and free of debris thatcould get into the hydraulic systemand cause severe componentdamage. Dealer service isrecommended.Note: When removing a hose assembly or fitting,the O-ring (if equipped) on the fitting and/or thehose end must be replaced. All connections mustbe torqued to specification during installation.Refer to Section 2,Hydraulic Hose and FittingTorque Specifications.1 Extend the axles.2 Remove the drive motor access covers fromboth sides of the inner axle.3 Tag, disconnect and plug the hydraulic hosesfrom the drive motor. Cap the fittings on thedrive motor.Bodily injury hazard. Sprayinghydraulic oil can penetrate andburn skin. Loosen hydraulicconnections very slowly to allowthe oil pressure to dissipategradually. Do not allow oil to squirtor spray.4 Remove the drive motor mounting fasteners.5 Slide the drive motor shaft out of the drive hub,and remove the drive motor from the machine.Refer to Section 2,Specifications.
