TM 9-2320-289-34
6-3.
FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT.
This task covers:
a. Removal
b. Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
Equipment Condition
ToolslTest Equipment
Truck raised and frame supported on
jack 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 front
axle differential. (See TM 9-2320-289-20)
Connecting rod disconnected from steering
arm. (See TM 9-2320-289-20)
Front shock absorbers disconnected from
l Torque wrench
Personnel Required
l MOS 63W (2)
General Safety Instructions
l Front axle assembly is heavy. Use
extreme caution, provide support, and
use assistance during removal and
installation.
axle. (See TM 9-2320-289-20)
1.
Slide clamp up front axle vent hose (7) and disconnect front axle vent hose from front axle
differential (8).
2 .
Place a suitable jack under front axle differential (8).
WARNING
Front axle assembly (10) is heavy, Use extreme caution, provide support,
and use assistance during removal, Failure to follow this warning may result
in 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.
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