TM 9-2320-289-346-12.STEERING KNUCKLE, ARM, AND BALL JOINT MAINTENANCE (M1009).This task covers:a. Disassemblyb. AssemblyINITIAL SETUP:Equipment Conditionl Steering tie-rod removed.(See TM 9-2320-289-20)• Connecting rod disconnected from steeringarm (left side only), (See TM 9-2320-289-20)l Front axle shaft removed. (See paragraph 6-4)Tools/Test Equipmentl Ball joint adapter set, J-23454-Dl Ball stud adjuster sleeve, J-23447l Lower ball joint remover, J-33122• “C“ clampl Snapring pliersl Torque wrenchMaterials/Partsl One flat washer• One steering knuckle socket repair kitl One cotter pinl Three locknutsa.DISASSEMBLYllllNOTELeft side steering knuckle (5),arm (l), and ball joint (12)disassembly is given.Right side steering knuckle (5)has no steering arm (1).It may be necessary to applyheat to loosen steering arm (1).If removing steering arm (1),perform step 1,1.Remove 3 locknuts (3) at steeringarm (1), Remove 3 stud adapters(4). Remove steering arm fromsteeringknuckle(5) .Discardlocknuts.TA505696-78
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