TM 9-2330-357-14&P
Section VIII. WHEELS, HUBS, AND BRAKEDRUMS MAINTENANCE
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Hub and Brakedrum Maintenance .................................................................................................
Wheel and Tire Maintenance ........................................................................................................
4-45. WHEEL AND TIRE MAINTENANCE.
This Task Covers:
a. Demounting
c. Repair
b. Cleaning and Inspection
d. Mounting
Initial Setup:
Equipment Conditions:
Materials/Parts:
Wheel and tire removed (para 3-11).
Brush (Item 4, Appendix E)
Rags (Item 14, Appendix E)
Dry cleaning solvent (Item 16, Appendix E)
Tools/Test Equipment:
General mechanic's tool kit
References:
Common no. 1 shop set
TM 9-2610-200-14
a. DEMOUNTING
Refer to TM 9-2610-200-14 for tire demounting.
b. CLEANING AND INSPECTION
WARNING
Dry cleaning solvent, P-D-680, is toxic and flammable. Always wear
protective goggles and gloves, and use only in a well-ventilated area.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes, and DO NOT breathe vapors.
DO NOT use near open flame or excessive heat. The solvent's flash
point is 100 -138 (38 -59 ). If you become dizzy while using
F
F
C
C
cleaning solvent, Immediately get fresh air and medical help. If solvent
contacts eyes, immediately wash your eyes and get medical aid.
1. Remove all buildup of dirt or grease by using a clean rag or medium bristle brush and dry cleaning solvent, and
allow to dry.
2. Inspect wheel for cracks, dents, holes, warps, deformed lug bolt holes, rust, corrosion, and marred finish.
3. Inspect tire for cracks, holes, signs of chunking, uneven wear, and deterioration.
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