TM9-2330-368-14 & P
4-20. TIRE DISMOUNTING (cont)
q. Bear down on long tire irons (11 and 12) to
raise lower bead above rim. Insert short
tire iron (13) from underneath between
long tire irons. Lever short tire iron up and
bear down on long tire irons to separate
lower bead from rim.
r. Remove tire irons (11, 12 and 13) and tire
(2).
s. Remove nut and washer securing valve stem
in wheel and remove valve stem.
4-21. TIRE CLEANING AND INSPECTION
Materials/Tools
Stiff bristle brush
a. Cleaning.
(1) Remove all buildup of dirt, grease and
foreign material from wheel using a
stiff bristle brush.
(2) Remove all foreign material from in-
side of tire. Clean bead area with a stiff
bristle brush.
b. Inspection.
(1) Wheels. Inspect wheels for cracks,
dents, deformed lug bolt holes, rust,
corrosion, marred paint, and distortion.
CAUTION
If mounting face of wheel is not
flat or ball seats are damaged, do
not put wheel in service.
(2) Tires. Inspect tires in accordance with
TM9-2610-200-24.
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