TM 9-2330-384-14&P
4-32. BENT AXLE CHECK.
THIS TASK COVERS
Bent Axle Check
INITIAL SETUP
Tools:
Equipment Conditions:
Tool kit, general mechanic's
Conditions
Ref
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Floor jack
Axle alinement checked.
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Jackstands
Rims alined.
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Tape measure
Wheels chocked, front and rear.
BENT AXLE CHECK
NOTE
To ensure accurate measurements, dual wheel assemblies must have prop-
erly matched tires BEFORE proceeding with bent axle check (see para-
graph 1-11). Tires must also be
equally inflated to 95
psi (655 kPa).
(1)
Raise affected axle on a level plane and support on jackstands with wheel 4-6 inches (10.2-
15.2 cm) off ground.
(2)
(3)
Scribe a vertical line with a horizontal crosshatch mark (3) on center tread of each outer tire
(1) at front. Rotate tires so that both crosshatch marks are equal height from ground. Marks
should be located level with frame hangers (4) while allowing clearance with underconstruc-
tion and frame members when measurements are taken.
4-95