Introduction
This guide shows how to remove and replace the hydraulic fluid pump on the Toro Log Splitter 22618HD 2019 / LS-922.
Tools
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            Turn the trailer jack handle clockwise to raise the front of the device as far up as it will go. 
 
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            Slide the hose clamp away from the pump and onto the hose. 
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            Twist and pull the hose away from the pump to remove it. 
 
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            Use zip ties, a bungie cord, rope, or something similar to tie the hose into an elevated position to avoid spills. 
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            Plug the open end of the hose with a clean shop towel. 
 
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            Use two adjustable wrenches to loosen the nut holding the input hose to the fitting on the right side of the pump. 
 
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            Use a pick tool to remove the O-ring from the input hose pump fitting, on the side that connects to the pump. 
 
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            Use a 1/2 inch wrench to remove the four bolts securing the pump to the flex coupler housing. 
 
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            Use a 2.5 mm hex key to loosen the pump-side flex coupler's set screw until the flex coupler moves freely on the shaft. 
 
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            Pull the pump-side flex coupler away from the pump input shaft to remove it. 
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            Keep track of the pump shaft key. Transfer it to the replacement pump only if the new part does not come with a new key. 
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            Only the pump remains. 
 
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.