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c. Disconnect clevis (2) from slack adjuster. Unscrew cable assembly (5) from slotted clevis (2) and remove clevis
(8) from hand brake assembly. Unscrew cable from clevis (8). Use small adjustable wrench if necessary to loosen
cable.
d. Remove hex nuts (7) from both ends of cable.
e. Slide each end of cable from mounting brackets (12 and 27).
f. Release cable from extension spring (24), (XM1034 only).
g. Install replacement assembly in reverse order.
4-18. ADJUST BRAKES (Fig. 4-2).
NOTE
Brakes must be released prior to performing following steps.
a. Using a 9/16-inch socket, push in locking device (fig. 4-2), and turn adjusting screw clockwise on the slack
adjuster until brakes prevent the wheel from turning.
b. Back off adjusting screw until brakes allow the wheel to turn freely for a complete revolution in each direction.
a. Remove wheel using procedure in para. 3-7.
b. Remove the six 1/2-inch hub cap retaining screws (10, fig. 13), lock washers (11), hub cap (9) and gasket (12).
c. Bend out tab on spindle nut washer (13).
NOTE
Spindle nut socket wrench is stored in trailer tool box.
d. Remove outer spindle nut (8), washer (13) and inner spindle nut (8) using spindle nut wrench in tool box.
CAUTION
Two persons are required to lift and handle hub and drum assembly. Hub and drum assembly
weighs in excess of 100 pounds.
e. Remove thrust washer (14), outer cone bearing (7) and hub and drum assembly.
f. Remove brake drum (1) from hub (17) by removing the six stud nuts (3) and washers (2) Drive out studs (16) if
damaged.
g. Remove grease seal (18) and bearing cups (5 and 6) from hub.
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