TM-9-2320-386-24-1-2 Page 375

TM-9-2320-386-24-1-2 Unit Maintenance Manual Part 2 for M44A3 Series Trucks

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REMOVAL WARNING Do not disconnect air lines before draining air reservoirs. Small parts under pressure may shoot out with high velocity, causing injury to personnel. Eyeshields must be worn when releasing compressed air. Failure to do this may result in injury to personnel. CAUTION When disconnecting air lines and hoses, plug all openings to prevent dirt from entering and causing damage to internal parts. Remove all plugs prior to installation. NOTE Mark position of air manifold for assembly. 1. Using disk grinder with disk, remove epoxy from inboard side of axle spindle (5), ring adapter (1), and axle spindle notch (6). 2. Loosen nut (3) and remove CTIS tubing (4), and straight adapter (2) from ring adapter (1). 3. Remove ring adapter (1) from axle spindle (5). Use soft hammer if necessary. TM 9-2320-386-24-1-2 0347 00 REAR WHEEL RING ADAPTER MAINTENANCE (Contd) 0347 00-2