Cab removal, Warning – SkyTrak 6042 Service Manual User Manual
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Cab and Covers
4.26
Model 6042 Legacy
Origin 7/02
4.5
CAB REMOVAL
IMPORTANT: To help ensure safety and optimum 
performance, replace the cab if it is damaged. Refer to 
the appropriate parts manual for ordering information.
Before performing any inspection, maintenance or 
service operation, thoroughly clean the vehicle. DO NOT 
spray water or cleaning solution in, on, near or around the 
operator’s dash panels and electrical components.
Inspect the cab, its welds and mounts. If modification, 
damage, a cracked weld and/or fatigued metal is 
discovered, replace the cab. Contact the local OmniQuip 
Authorized Service Center (ASC) or the OmniQuip 
Service Department with any questions about the 
suitability or condition of a cab.
IMPORTANT: Remove and label cab components as 
needed before removing the cab from the vehicle. Label, 
disconnect and cap hydraulic hoses. Transfer cab parts 
to the replacement cab after the replacement cab is 
securely mounted on the vehicle.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Allow
sufficient overhead and side clearance for cab 
removal. Level the vehicle, ground the attachment, 
place the travel select lever in the (N) NEUTRAL 
position, place the neutral lock lever in the 
NEUTRAL LOCK position, engage the parking brake 
switch and shut the engine OFF.
2. Unlock and open the rear door. Allow the engine and
hydraulic fluid to cool.
3. Disconnect the battery negative (-) cable at the
battery negative (-) terminal.
Note: Steps 4-8 apply to vehicles equipped with 
optional heater (enclosed cab models only). If your 
vehicle does not have the optional heater, proceed to 
Step 9.
4. Place a suitable container beneath the radiator drain
plug (Fig. 4 -41, 1) or petcock. Slowly turn the 
radiator cap (not shown) to the first stop, and allow 
any pressure to escape. Remove the radiator cap.
WARNING:
Risk of death or serious
personal injury. NEVER modify, weld or drill 
the cab.
WARNING:
The protection offered by
this ROPS/FOPS will be impaired if subjected 
to any modification or structural damage, at 
which time replacement is necessary. ROPS/
FOPS must be properly installed using 
fasteners of correct size and grade, and 
torqued to their specified value.
WARNING:
Wear protective footwear
with reinforced toe caps and slip-resistant 
soles. Failure to comply can result in foot injury 
from falling objects or other bodily injury from 
slipping or falling.
WARNING:
NEVER lift a heavy object
without the help of at least one assistant or a 
suitable sling or hoist. Failure to comply can 
result in death or serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Hot coolant can cause
severe burns or eye injury. NEVER remove the 
radiator cap while the engine is hot. The 
cooling system is under pressure. Wear 
protective clothing and safety glasses.
