3. Top Plate Removal
NOTE: Some fifth wheel assemblies have replaceable
pocket inserts installed between fifth wheel
top plate and mounting base. Take care when
removing the fifth wheel top plate not to lose
pocket inserts.
Failure to prevent pocket inserts from
falling out of the top plate could cause
a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
1.
Remove bracket pin retention bolts and nuts from both
sides of fifth wheel top plate (Figure 3).
2.
Using a pry bar, pull bracket retention pins out of fifth
wheel top plate (Figure 3).
3.
Using a lifting device capable of lifting 500 lbs. (227 kg),
remove top plate from mounting base. Place fifth wheel
upside down on a flat, clean working area.
NOTE: Follow instructions published by lifting device
manufacturer for proper operation of lifting device.
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