TM 9-2330-383-14&P
5-6. REAR AXLE
This task covers:
a. Removal
c. Cleaning
e. Assembly
b. Disassembly
d. Inspection
f. Installation
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Equipment Condition
General mechanics tool kit
Rear wheels removed (loosen nuts, raise
Cutting torch
trailer, remove nuts and wheels)
Hydraulic jack (2)
1-7/8-inch socket wrench
Socket wrench set
Air drained
Frame jacked up to remove weight from
Open end wrench
axle, frame on blocks
Open end wrench
Open end wrench
supported
Arc welder
Pinch bar
Sledge hammer
Assembly tool (figure G-3)
(rear streetside torsion bar)
Materials/Parts
Lock nut (2)
Lock nut (2)
Lockwasher (8)
Lock ring
Lock ring
Industrial goggles
Brake chamber, air bag, and air hose caps
Teflon tape
REMOVAL
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WARNING
Chock front wheels.
NOTE
If an axle is to be removed for replacement or repair, remove axle and
suspension together and disassemble after removal.
a. Tag, disconnect, and remove hoses from brake chambers and air bags. Cap brake
chamber, hoses and air bags.
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