TM 9-2330-246-14
Section Vl. REAR AXLE MAINTENANCE
4-53. REAR AXLE REPLACEMENT.
This Task Covers:
Installation
c.
Removal
a.
b.
Cleaning and Inspection
Initial Setup:
Tools/Test Equipment
Materials/Parts:
General mechanic's tool kit
Drain pan
Eight Iockwashers
Two floor jacks
Twenty locknuts
Two jackstands
Wiper ring replacer
Personnel Required: Two
References:
TM 9-237
q
I a.
REMOVALI
1.
Position semitrailer on Ievel surface with front end resting on landing gear legs.
WARNING
Weight of semitrailer must be supported by leveling jacks and Jackstands placed under
rear corners of frame throughout axle replacement procedure. Failure to follow this
warning may result in serious injury to personnel.
Extend leveling jacks enough to relieve tires of ground contact. Support semitrailer with jackstands placed
2.
under rear comers of frame.
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