TM-9-2320-366-34-4

M1083 SERIES, 5 TON, 6x6, MEDIUM TACTICAL VEHICLES (MTV)

TECHNICAL MANUAL; MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS; DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE; VOLUME NO. 4 OF 4

AUGUST 2005

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NOTE

Perform step (5) if backlash reading is less

than 0.008 in. (0.020 cm).

(5) Loosen adjusting ring (3) on back side of hub body (4)

and tighten adjusting ring (5) facing the ring gear (2) to

increase backlash.

NOTE

Perform step (6) if backlash reading is

greater than 0.018 in. (0.045 cm).

(6) Tighten adjusting ring (3) on back side of hub body (4)

and loosen adjusting ring (5) facing the ring gear (2) to

decrease backlash.

(7) Repeat steps (2) through (6) until backlash is between

0.008-0.018 in. (0.020-0.045 cm).

(8) Tighten four screws (6) on differential bearing caps (7)

to 132-169 lb-ft (179-229 N·m).

(9) Install two cotter pins (8) in bearing caps (7).

WARNING

Front axle differential carrier weighs

approximately 350 lbs (159 kgs). Attach

a suitable lifting device prior to moving.

Failure to comply may result in injury to

personnel or damage to equipment.

NOTE

Step (10) requires the aid of an assistant.

(10) Remove differential carrier (9) from differential carrier

repair stand.

End of Task.

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