TM-9-2320-279-34-1

M977 SERIES, 8x8 HEAVY EXPANDED MOBILITY TACTICAL TRUCKS (HEMTT)

TECHNICAL MANUAL; MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT, VOLUME 1 OF 3

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TM 9-2320-279-34-1

Axles No. 1 and No. 2 Maintenance Instructions (Cont)

9-2. AXLE SHAFT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL/REPAIR/INSTALLATION (CONT).

(10)

Apply silicone adhesive-sealant to underside of heads

of 10 screws (6).

(11)

Install 10 screws (6). Tighten screws to 185 to

190 lb-ft (251 to 257 N •m).

(12)

Apply thin coat of grease to bearing and seal surfaces

of axle skein (6).

f. Follow-on Maintenance.

(1)

Install front brakeshoes (TM 9-2320-279-20).

(2)

Fill axle (LO 9-2320-279-12).

END OF TASK

9-3. AXLE NO. 1 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.

This task covers:

a. Removal

b. Installation

c. Follow-on Maintenance

INITIAL SETUP

Models

All

Test Equipment

None

Special Tools

None

Supplies

Preventive, rust, Item 53, Appendix C

oil, lubricating, Item 46, Appendix C

Personnel Required

MOS 63W, Wheel vehicle repairer (2)

References

None

Equipment Condition

TM or Para

Condition Description

TM 9-2320-279-20

Propeller shaft removed

from No. 1 axle.

Para 9-14

Ball and bushing removed

from No. 1 axle.

TM 9-2320-279-20

Shocks removed from No. 1

axle.

Para 14-4

Lateral torque rod removed

(front only).

Special Environmental Conditions

None

General Safety Instructions

Wheels chocked.

Level of Maintenance

Direct Support

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