TM-9-2320-273-34

TRUCK TRACTOR, LINE HAUL; LIGHT EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER; TRUCK CHASSIS; MEDIUM EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER

TECHNICAL MANUAL; DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE

DECEMBER 1980

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(2) Check the turning torque value between the tie-rod end assembly stud and the ball cavity.

If torque value is less than five lb-in, the tie-rod end assembly should be replaced. This is not to say the end

assembly will fail at this point, but it can no longer provide the type of steering control designed into it

once lateral movement develops between the stud and ball cavity.

9-7. Repair or Replacement.

a.

Bent Parts.

Replace any part bent in service.

b.

Steering Knuckle Bushings.

Replacement of steering knuckle bushings can be accomplished

using a press in conjunction with a suitable bushing installation tool (fig. 9-7).

Dimension “X” is 0.010” less than the bushing bore (1.777-1.779).

Dimension “Y” is 0.010” less than the steering knuckle bore (1.909 1.911).

Figure 9-7. Bushing Removal and Installation Tool.

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