TM 9-2320-272-24-2
3-456. FRONT WHEEL VALVE MAINTENANCE (Contd)
c. Installation
NOTE
Wrap all male pipe threads with antiseize tape before installation.
Install hose (15) on turret valve (17).
1.
2.
Install new O-ring (21) on air tube (19).
3.
Install new O-ring (6) and elbow (7) on wheel valve (4). Finger-tighten elbow (7).
4.
Install bracket (11) on wheel valve (4) with three new lockwashers (12) and new locknuts (13).
NOTE
Ensure air manifold is properly seated on wheel before tightening.
5.
Connect air manifold (22) on wheel valve (4). Finger-tighten nut (14), but allow for movement.
6.
Install wheel valve (4) with bracket (11) on two studs (16) with washers (10), washers (9), and new
locknuts (8). Finger-tighten locknuts (8).
7.
Install screw (24) and washer (23) on air manifold (22) and axle flange (20). Finger-tighten
screw (24).
8.
Tighten two locknuts (8), screw (24), and nut (14).
9.
Tighten elbow (7) to align with hose (15) and connect hose (15) to elbow (7).
NOTE
Spacer has long and short end. Install short end of spacer on
flange of air manifold.
10.
Install spacer (25) and shield (1) on axle flange (20) with two washers (29) and screws (28).
11.
Install two washers (26) and new locknuts (27) on studs (16).
FOLLOW-ON TASK: Start engine (TM 9-2320-272-10), operate CTIS, allow tire to inflate, and check for
leaks.
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