Hyster-Yale Forklift H50CT

Insert a small, flat-bladed screwdriver into the top slot on the inner edge of the bezel and pry outward

Repeat procedure at the lower slot on the bezel

Lift bezel off of Display Switch Cluster

Remove overlay from Display Switch Cluster

Place new overlay on display panel

Install a new bezel by inserting the outer edge in the display

NOTE: The direction control lever is located on left side of Display Switch Cluster. The direction control lever is non-repairable and must be replaced as an assembly. See the Parts Manual for replacement part number.

Insert two small, flat-blade or Phillips screwdrivers, with a 3.175 mm (0.125 in.) or less, wide blade or die end, into the opening on the Display Switch Cluster on an outward angle enough to compress the spring tab on the direction control lever.

Pry the spring tab toward the body of the direction control lever or turn signal lever and, at the same time, pull on the handle of the lever enough to free the tab of the interior lock of the Display Switch Cluster.

Repeat the previous steps on the opposite side of the direction control lever. Remove the direction control lever from the Display Switch Cluster.

Install the direction control lever into the opening of the Display Switch Cluster until the locking tabs are engaged in the Display Switch Cluster.

Sign off on the direction control lever replacement

Raise hood. Disconnect battery.

Remove floor mat and floor plate. See Frame 0100SRM1766 for removal procedure. Remove kick panel, dash panel, and seal plate. See Dash Panel, Kick Panel, and Seal Plate, Remove and Install for procedures.

Lower steering column to its lowest position.

Remove upper steering column cover by pulling up on base of upper steering column cover to release latches (one on either side), and pulling cover away from steering column. See Figure 3.

Remove steering wheel and instrument display panel. See section Display Switch Cluster for removal procedures.

Remove two screws and remove lower steering column cover. See Figure 8.

Disconnect Display Switch Cluster harness from display panel. Remove harness from steering column.

Remove four bolts (1, Figure 9) holding steering column to cowl.

CAUTION: Before removing and replacing any sensors or switches, ALWAYS disconnect the battery. Failure to disconnect the battery can cause damage to the sensor or switch and other electrical components. Always cover or protect the sensor or switch connector from contamination after disconnecting the harness mating part.

CAUTION: DO NOT use solvent-based cleaners to clean area around sensors or switches.

All sensors and switches used on these trucks are non-repairable parts. Replace with new sensors or switches whenever a sensor or switch malfunctions and is not operating correctly. See Parts Manual for replacement part numbers. Before installing new sensors or switches, use a clean cloth and make sure the area around the sensor or switch is clean and free of oils and contaminates.

When removing and replacing sensors or switches, be sure to tag connectors to aid in correct reconnecting.

Dash Panel, Kick Panel, and Seal Plate,

Remove dash panel, kick panel, and seal plate before removing and replacing the following sensors and switches:

• Accelerator pedal position sensor

NOTE: The Display Switch Cluster is a non-repairable part. See Parts Manual for replacement part number.

Lift up on the steering wheel slightly and pull up on the tilt lever. Fully lower the steering column.

Remove upper steering column cover by pulling up on upper steering column cover to release the latches (one on either side), and pulling cover away from steering column.

Remove the horn button and disconnect the horn wires.

NOTE: A puller tool may be required to remove the steering wheel.

Remove the lock nut securing the steering wheel and remove steering wheel from steering column. Take care to not damage the horn wires.

Disconnect the Display Switch Cluster harness from the Display Switch Cluster. Remove the four bolts securing the Display Switch Cluster. Slide the display panel off of the steering column.

Install Display Switch Cluster onto steering column. Install four bolts to secure panel to steering column and tighten bolts to 19 N•m (168 lbf in).