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 0146 00 0146 00-2 FRONT AXLE SHAFT FLANGE MAINTENANCE (Contd) REMOVAL 1. Remove eight screws (1) and lockwashers (2) from axle flange (3) and hub (5). Discard lockwashers (2). 2. Loosen axle flange (3) from axle shaft (6). 3. Remove axle flange (3) and gasket (4). Discard gasket (4). CLEANING AND INSPECTION 1. Clean gasket (4) remains from mating surfaces. WARNING Skysol 100 solvent is combustible; DO NOT use or store near heat, sparks, flame, or other ignition sources. Use mechanical ventilation whenever product is used in a confined space, heated above ambient temperatures, or agitated. Keep container sealed when not in use. Contact with Skysol 100 may cause skin irritation. Use chemical-resistant gloves. In case of skin contact, remove any contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Eye contact may cause irritation, tearing, or blurring of vision. Use face shield or goggles when eye contact may occur. In case of eye contact, flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes or until irritation subsides. Inhalation may cause irritation to upper respiratory passages. DO NOT have food or drink in the vicinity. Failure to comply may result in injury to personnel. 2. Clean axle flange (3) in Skysol 100 and dry with clean rag. 3. Clean gasket (4) surface on hub (5) with rag saturated with Skysol 100, and dry with clean rag. 4. Inspect axle flange (3) for: a. Cracks and breaks. Replace if cracked or broken. b. Nicked, burred, or cracked female splines. Remove minor nicks or burrs with fine-mill file or emery cloth. Replace splines if cracked. c. Inspect plug (7) for tightness. Replace if loose or leaking lubricant. 5. Inspect male splines on axle shaft (6) for nicks, burrs, or cracks. Remove minor nicks or burrs with fine-mill file or emery cloth. Replace axle shaft if splines are cracked (WP 0142 00). INSTALLATION 1. Coat one side of new gasket (4) with GAA grease and align over holes in hub (5). 2. Align holes in axle flange (3), gasket (4), and hub (5), and install with eight new lockwashers (2) and screw (1). Tighten 60–80 lb-ft (81–108 N•m). 3. Connect battery ground cable (WP 0126 00). 4. Release parking brake and remove wheel chocks (TM 9-2320-361-10).