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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TM 9-2320-27334

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Disassemble Steering Knuckle from Housing.

NOTE

The steering arm and cross tube (tie

rod) assemblies may be serviced indi-

vidually without removing the complete

steering knuckle assembly. If it is re-

quired to disassemble both the knuckle

and steering arm from the axle, the steering

arm may be disassembled from the knuckle

upper sleeve on the bench. Use the

following procedures,

(1)

Remove cotter pin and lock nut, then disconnect tie rod end from the steering arm ball stud

(fig. 107). It may be necessary to strike side of knuckle housing with rawhide mallet to loosen. If tie rod

end assembly is to be replaced, remove clamp, bolt, nut, and lubrication fitting. Unscrew end from tie rod.

Figure 10-7. Disconnect Tie-Rod End.

(2)

Remove wheel stop adjusting bolt by unscrewing lock nut.

10-9