Lippert Components Sealed Bearing System - Manual

LCI’s SBS TM is comprised of opposing tapered roller bearing cones sealed inside a precision ground,
one-piece double cup arrangement. These bearings are designed with a small amount of axial end
play. This end play is essential to the longevity of the bearings service life. The SBS
TM is
maintenance free and does not require annual repacking. The bearing comes from the factory
permanently greased for the duration of it’s life.
Drum Removal
Should the hub need to be removed for either inspection or maintenance, the following these
directions:
1. Lift and support the trailer unit per OEM’s specifications.
2. Remove the Wheel
3. Detach grease cap. Carefully progressively pry around the flange.
4. Loosen spindle nut (counterclockwise) and take off spindle washer.
5. Remove hub from the spindle. The SBS
TM bearing cartridge will remain in the hub.
NOTE: - DO NOT remove cartridge bearing from the hub unless replacement is needed. Special
tools and techniques are required to remove old bearing.
Bearing Inspection
1. Lift and support the trailer unit per OEM’s specifications.
W W W W WARNING! ARNING! ARNING! ARNING! ARNING!
W W W W WARNING! ARNING! ARNING! ARNING! ARNING!
Lift unit by the frame and never the axle or suspension. Do not go under unit
unless it is properly supported by jack stands. Unsupported units can fall
causing serious injury or death.
W W W W WARNING! ARNING! ARNING! ARNING! ARNING!
W W W W WARNING! ARNING! ARNING! ARNING! ARNING!
Lift unit by the frame and never the axle or suspension. Do not go under unit
unless it is properly supported by jack stands. Unsupported units can fall
causing serious injury or death.
S
EALED
B
EARING
S
YSTEM
(SBS TM )
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