REAR PROPELLOR SHAFT REPLACEMENT.

TM 5-4210-224-14 P

4-186. REAR PROPELLOR SHAFT REPLACEMENT.

This task covers:

a. Removal

b. Installation

INITIAL SETUP:

Tools

Equipment Condition

Drive Shaft Wrench

Para.

Condition Description

(J-33051)

4-185

Universal Joints Removed

General Mechanics Tool Kit

Materials/Parts

General Safety Instructions

Solvent

Engine OFF

(Appendix D, Item 44)

Transmission in (N) neutral.

Propellor Shaft

Parking brake and micro-brakelock set.

(14007166)

REMOVAL

a. Reference mark the propellor shaft (1) to the

pinion flange (2) connection.

b. Remove the bolts (3) and retainers (4).

CAUTION

Do not pound on the propellor shaft yoke

ears or the injection joints may fracture.

Never pry or place any tool between a yoke

and a universal joint

INSTALLATION

NOTE

WARNING

Tape the bearing cups to prevent the

Cleaning solvent (Appendix D, Item 44)

loss of bearing rollers.

is both toxic and flammable. Keep off

skin. Use only in a well ventilated area

Remove the rear propellor shaft (1) by first

and avoid prolonged breathing of vapors,

sliding it forward, then lowering and withdrawing

Keep away from open flame.

it under the rear axle.

d. Support the propellor shaft (1).

a. Install the propellor shaft (1) by supporting it and

aligning the reference marks, checking the

bearings for proper fil.

b. Install the retainers (4) with the bolts (3) checking

for proper fit.

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