TM 9-2330-287-14&P
SERVICE BRAKE - CONTINUED
NOTE
TASK ENDS HERE
SERVICE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
This task covers:
Adjustment
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Jack
Wrench, box-end, 5/8-inch
ACTION
ITEM
REMARKS
LOCATION
NOTE
Adjust brakes when brakedrums are cool.
Procedure given is for one wheel.
Draincock (2)
Open allowing air to drain.
1. Air reservoir (1)
Jack (4)
Raise until wheel (5) is off the ground.
2. Wheel axle (3)
Upper shoe
a. Using wrench, turn counterclockwise
3. Backing plate (6)
adjusting stud (7)
(when viewed from rear face of backing
plate) until wheel locks.
b. Back off by turning clockwise just
enough to allow wheel to turn freely.
Lower shoe
Repeat step 2.
4.
adjusting stud (8)
Lower and remove.
Jack (4)
5. Wheel axle (3)
Draincock (2)
Close.
6. Air reservoir (1)