TM 9-2320-272-24-1
3-154. FRONT AXLE SHAFT AND UNIVERSAL JOINT MAINTENANCE (Contd)
NOTE
New configuration axle shafts have a CV joint in place of the
universal joint. Axle shafts are no longer repairable and must be
replaced if damaged.
2.
Inspect axle shaft (5) for cracks and nicks at shaft splines (1). If shaft splines are cracked or nicked,
replace axle shaft (5).
3.
Place short end (4) of axle shaft (5) in soft-jawed vise. Pull and push up and down on inner shaft (2) and
twist inner shaft (2). Replace axle shaft, (5) if any free play in universal or CV joint (3) is observed.
SOFT-JAWED VISE
NEW CONFIGURATION
e. Installation
1.
Install washer (14) on axle shaft (15).
2.
Lubricate universal joint (16) (if equipped), grease all bearing surfaces on axle shaft (15) and fill
steering knuckle cavity (19) with GAA grease.
3.
Support axle shaft (15) and install in steering knuckle housing (18).
4.
Repack steering knuckle cavity (19) with GAA grease.
5.
Apply sealing compound to spindle (8) and align with mounting studs (17) on steering knuckle
housing (18). Ensure spindle (3) is slot end up.
6.
Install brakeshoe spider and chamber assembly (10) over spindle (8) on steering knuckle
housing (18).
7.
Install brake spider (11) on steering knuckle housing (18) with ten washers (13) and nuts (12).
NOTE
Male pipe threads must be wrapped with antiseize tape before
installation.
8.
Connect vent air line (7) and service brake air line (6) to front brake chamber (9).
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