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(5) Disconnect propeller shaft at forward rear axle. (Refer to TM 9-2320-273-20.)
(6)
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(7)
caps.
Disconnect forward and rear torque rods from their respective axles. (Refer
‘3-20.)
Remove four nuts and washers that fasten spring to beam (fig. 2-49). Pull of
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f two lower
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Figure 2-49. Remove/Install Spring U-Bolts and Lower Caps.
(8) Repeat step (7) for opposite side of axle.
(9) Block front wheels,
(10) Raise rear of vehicle high enough to remove rear tandem axle assembly; then roll out the
assembly.
(11) To remove one axle:
(a)
Disconnect interaxle propeller shafts from the axle being replaced. (Refer to
TM 9-2320 -273-20.)
(b)
Remove wheels. (Refer to TM 9-2320-273-10.)
(c) If necessary, remove hub, drum. and wheel bearings as described in procedure for
Rear Wheel Bearings and Seal Maintenance (TM 9-2320-273-20).
(d)
Disconnect brake air lines and fittings, as necessary and mark for reassembly.
(e) Remove equalizer beam and mountings on both sides and separate axles, see step 12.
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