Cleaning and Inspection\

TM 5-4930-218-14

Figure 9-2. Axle assembly, exploded view.

9-8. Reassembly

9-7. Cleaning and Inspection

Refer to figure 9-2 and install the axle assembly.

a. Clean axle and parts with dry cleaning solvent

Note the following:

(fed. spec. P-D-680) and dry thoroughly.

a. Coat bearing surfaces of axle tube and split

bearings with grease.

b. Inspect axle tube, trailing arms, and spindles for

b. Check axle movement after installation. Axle

cracks, bent condition, and broken welds.

tube should pivot in the bearings without binding

c. Inspect spindle for scored or rough bearing and

and without any free play. Some resistance should be

felt when pivoting the tube.

oil seal surfaces. Check for damaged threads; clean

C. Install brake assemblies (para 4-65).

up as necessary.

d. Install springs (para 4-70).

d. Inspect axle tube bearing surfaces and split

e. Install shock absorbers (para 4-69).

bearings for wear and scored condition. Replace

f. Install hubs, drums, wheels and tires (para 4-57

and 4-56).

damaged axle assembly and split bearings.

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