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

TM-9-2320-273-34 - Page 507 of 801

TM 9-2320-273-34

11-18. Differential Carrier Installation.

a. Clean and Inspect the Housing.

(1)

Remove any accumulation of dirt, grit or gum from the housing bowl and sleeves, Clean the

housing thoroughly with dry cleaning solvent (item 12, App B) and blow dry with compressed air.

(2)

Inspect the housing for cracks, nicks and burrs at machined surfaces. Remove nicks and

burrs with a stone or file. Make all necessary repairs or parts replacements before installing the drive unit

in housing. Be sure the housing is thoroughly cleaned after repairing.

b. Install the Differential Carrier.

(1)

Apply silicone sealant (item 24, App B) over the drive unit opening in the housing.

CAUTIO N

Driving carrier into the housing with a steel

hammer will damage the carrier flange and

cause severe oil leakage.

(2)

Roll the carrier into position on a roller jack. Start the carrier into the housing with four

flat washers and capscrews equally spaced. Tighten alternately to draw the carrier squarely into the axle

housing.

(3)

After the drive unit has been drawn up tightly to the housing, install the balance of washers

and capscrews. Torque capscrews to 180-230 Ib-ft (244-312 N·m).

(4)

Connect the universal at the pinion shaft.

(5)

Install the axle shafts (Refer to TM 9-2320-273-20.)

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