REAR AXLE SHAFT REPLACEMENT.

TM 5-4210-224-14&P

4-246. DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR AND PINION REPLACEMENT (Continued).

f. Place a new ring gear into position on case and

g. Torque bolts alternately to 120 ft.-lbs.

install lock washers and bolts.

4-247. REAR AXLE SHAFT REPLACEMENT.

This task covers:

a. Removal

b. Installation

INITIAL SETUP:

Tools

Equipment Condition

General Mechanics Tool Kit

Para.

Condition Description

Soft Faced Hammer

4-203

Wheel Assembly Removed

4-219

Rear Drum Brake Removed

Materials/Parts

General Safety Instructions

Curbside Shaft (3977383)

Engine OFF

Streetside Shaft (3977384)

Transmission in (N) neutral.

Parking brake and micro-brakelock set.

Batteries disconnected.

REMOVAL

a. Remove bolts (1) that attach axle shaft flange

breathing of vapors.

Keep away

(2) to the wheel hub (3).

from open flame.

b. Rap on flange (2) with a soft faced hammer to

d. Thoroughly clean axle shaft with solvent

loosen shaft (4). Grip the rib on end with a pair

(Appendix D, Item 44) flange (2) and end of

of locking pliers and twist to start shaft removal.

wheel hub (3).

c. Remove shaft (4) from axle tube (5).

CAUTION

Any lubricant on these surfaces

tends to loosen the axle shaft

flange.

WARNING

Cleaning

solvent,

Federal

Specification P-D-680, is both toxic

and flammable. Keep off skin.

Use only in a well-ventilated area

and

avoid

prolonged

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