TM9-4310-396-13
MAINTENANCE OF BRAKE ASSEMBLY
4-37.
REPLACE BRAKE ASSEMBLY.
This task covers:
a.
Inspection
c.
Removal
b.
Adjustment
d.
Installation
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Equipment Conditions:
General Mechanics Tool Kit
Vehicular Wheel hub removed, para. 4-36
Materials/Parts
Brush, Cleaning (Appendix E, item 1)
Extension Spring (P/N D40-45)
Rag, Wiping (Appendix E, item 3)
Extension Spring (P/N D46-18)
Solvent, Dry Cleaning (Appendix E, item 2)
Extension Spring (P/N D46-5)
Brake Shoe Kit (P/N D71-48)
a.
Inspection.
(1) Inspect brake shoe kit (4, Figure 4-30) for wear or broken and missing parts.
WARNING
Dry cleaning solvent used to clean parts is potentially dangerous to personnel and property. Clean parts in
a well-ventilated area. Avoid inhalation of solvent fumes. Wear goggles or eye protection when blowing
solvent from parts. Air pressure should not exceed 30 psi (2.1 Kg/cm2). Wear rubber gloves to protect
skin. Wash exposed skin thoroughly. Do not smoke or use near open flame or excessive heat. Flash
point of solvent is 100°F to 138°F (38°C to 59°C). Failure to observe this warning may result in severe
personal injury or death.
(2) Clean and wipe all areas of brake assembly.
b.
Adjustment. Adjust brake assembly by tightening or loosening adjusting screw (5).
c.
Removal.
(1) Remove extension spring (1).
(2) Remove extension springs (2) from pins (3).
(3) Remove brake shoe kit (4).
(4) Remove adjusting screw (5).
(5) Remove extension spring (6) holding both halves of brake shoe kit (4).
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