TM-9-2320-285-24-2

TRUCK TRACTOR, YARD TYPE, 43,500 LB GVW, DED, 4X2, ARMY MODEL M878A1

TECHNICAL MANUAL; ORGANIZATIONAL, DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL

OCTOBER 1985

TM-9-2320-285-24-2 - Page 103 of 698

TM 9-2320-285-24-2

3-16.

REAR AXLE TROUBLESHOOTING

MALFUNCTION

TEST OR INSPECTION

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1.

LUBRICANT LEAKING FROM DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY

Step 1.

Check axle breather for damage or clogged condition.

a. If axle breather is damaged or clogged, clean or replace it.

b. If axle breather is not damaged or clogged, proceed to step 2

below.

Step 2.

Check if lubricant is leaking between axle housing and differential

carrier assembly.

a. If lubricant is leaking between axle housing and differential

carrier assembly, remove differential carrier assembly, clean

mating surfaces, apply sealant, and reinstall (para 3-19b).

b. If lubricant is not leaking between axle housing and

differential carrier assembly, notify general support

maintenance.

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