TM-9-2320-361-24-1 Field Maintenance Manual Volume 1 for M44A2 Series Trucks
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TM 9-2320-361-24-1 0142 00 0142 00-2 FRONT AXLE SHAFT AND UNIVERSAL JOINT MAINTENANCE (Contd) REMOVAL WARNING Accidental or intentional introduction of liquid contaminants into the environment is a violation of state, federal, and military regulations. Refer to Army POL (WP 0001 00) for information concerning storage, use, and disposal of these liquids. Failure to do so may result in damage to environment and health of personnel. CAUTION Plug all openings after disconnection to prevent contamination. NOTE • Left and right side front axle shafts are replaced the same way. This procedure covers the right side front axle shaft. • Use a drain pan to capture any draining oil. Dispose of fluids in accordance with local policy and ordinances. Ensure all spills are cleaned up. 1. Remove screw (2), two washers (3), and hose connector (4) from wheel cylinder (1). Discard washers (3). 2. Remove spring (6) from brakeshoes (7). 3. Remove twelve nuts (10), lockwashers (9), and deflector (5) from brake plate (8). Discard lockwashers (9). 4. Remove brake plate (8) from spindle (11). 5. Slide spindle (11) and thin thrust washer (12) off outer shaft of front axle shaft (16). 6. Carefully pull front axle shaft (16) out of axle housing (15) and steering knuckle (14). 7. Remove thick thrust washer (13) from front axle shaft (16).