TM 9-2320-289-346-3.FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT.This task covers:a. Removalb. InstallationINITIAL SETUP:Equipment ConditionToolslTest EquipmentTruck raised and frame supported onjack stands.Front wheels removed.(See TM 9-2320-289-20)Calipers removed and tied out of way.(See TM 9-2320-289-20)Front propeller shaft disconnected from frontaxle differential. (See TM 9-2320-289-20)Connecting rod disconnected from steeringarm. (See TM 9-2320-289-20)Front shock absorbers disconnected froml Torque wrenchPersonnel Requiredl MOS 63W (2)General Safety Instructionsl Front axle assembly is heavy. Useextreme caution, provide support, anduse assistance during removal andinstallation.axle. (See TM 9-2320-289-20)1.Slide clamp up front axle vent hose (7) and disconnect front axle vent hose from front axledifferential (8).2 .Place a suitable jack under front axle differential (8).WARNINGFront axle assembly (10) is heavy, Use extreme caution, provide support,and use assistance during removal, Failure to follow this warning may resultin serious injury to personnel or damage to front axle assembly,NOTE. All except M1009 front axle assembly (10) removal is given.. M1009 front axle assembly (10) is secured to spring assembly (1) using 2“U” bolts (9) on each side.3 .Remove 6 nuts (4), 2 bolts (5), 8 washers (3), and 3 “U” bolts (9), Lower front axle assembly(10) and remove, Remove 2 spacers (6) from axle housing.6-8
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