FRONT STEERING AXLE -706880906

TM 5-4210-233-14&P-1

5-40. FRONT STEERING AXLE

This task covers:

a. Removal/Disassembly c.Installation/Assembly

b Cleaning and Inspection

d . Follow-on

Maintenance

TOOLS REQUIRED

EQUIPMENT CONDITION

Tool Kit, General Mechanics, Automotive

Main Engine Shutdown (see para 2-12.)

(Appendix B, Section 111, Item 1)

APU Shutdown (see para 2-16.)

Batteries Disconnected (see para 4-114.)

Bushing Service Kit, PT-4370-20

Wheels and Tires Removed (see para 4-143.)

(Appendix B, Section III, Item 11)

Brakes and Drums Removed (see para 5-36

MATERIALS/PARTS REQUIRED

Leaf Springs Removed From Axle

Oil, SAE 40 (Item 20, Appendix F)

Dry Cleaning Solvent (Item 3, Appendix E)

Gear Oil (Item 45, Appendix E)

Grease (GAA) (Item 1, Appendix E)

Gaskets (Figure 150, Appendix F)

Seals (Figure 150, Appendix F)

Gaskets (Figure 163, Appendix F)

Seals (Figure 163, Appendix F)

a. Removal/Disassembly.

(1) Remove cotter pins and nuts connecting left and right tie rods (1) to tube arm (2). Remove cross

tube (3) and tie rods from axle. Loosen clamps on cross tube and remove tie rods. Mark tie rods

and cross tube to aid in assembly.

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