TM 9-2330-381-14
5-17. STEERING PLATE (CONT)
2.
Inspect for cracked, bent, or missing straight pins (18). If pins are damaged, remove and replace two pins (18).
LUBRICATION
Pack bearings according to lubrication instructions (para. 3-3).
ASSEMBLY
1.
Install lubrication fitting (31) on steering plate (13).
2.
Drive two bearing cups (30) into steering plate (13).
3.
Install lower metal seal (29) onto spindle (20).
CAUTION
Use caution when installing lower bearing cone onto spindle or damage to cone or
spindle may result. Apply all force to inner race of bearing cone during
installation.
4.
Install lower bearing cone (28) onto spindle (20).
5.
Install steering plate (13) onto spindle (20).
6.
Install upper bearing cone (27), upper metal seal (26), and ring spacer (25) with shoulder facing down, to steering
plate (13).
7.
Install key washer (23) and nut (24) onto spindle (20).
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