TM 9-2330-383-14&P
BRAKE AIR CHAMBER
This task covers: a. Caging
b. Uncaging
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Personnel Required: 1
Adjustable wrench
Equipment Condition
Front wheel chocked front
and back
a. Caging.
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WARNING
When caging brake air chamber, do not remove flange nuts (1) or bolts
(2). High spring pressure inside air chamber can cause injury if
released.
NOTE
Caging the brake air chamber (steps (1) thru (5)) applies only to rear
brakes.
(1)
Cage brake air chamber by removing nut (3) and washer (4) and release
stud (5) from mounting bracket on brake air chamber (6).
(2)
Remove plug (7).
(3)
Insert T-end of release stud (5) into chamber hole and turn one-quarter
turn clockwise to engage stud in pressure plate.
(4)
Install washer (4) and nut (3) on release stud (5) and tighten nut
until wheel spins freely.
(5)
Repeat steps (1) thru (4) to cage remaining brake air chamber, if
necessary.
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