6-7. HALFSHAFT MAINTENANCE (Cont’d)
TM 9-2320-387-24-1
6-16
Change 1
8.
Remove inner boot (1) and clamps (2) and (3) from shaft (7). Discard boot (1) and clamps (2) and (3).
9.
Remove shaft (7) from soft-jawed vise.
10.
Remove boot clamps (4) and (5) and outer boot (6) from outer joint (8) and shaft (7). Discard boot (6) and
clamps (5) and (4).
WARNING
Drycleaning solvent is flammable and will not be used near an
open flame. A fire extinguisher will be kept nearby when solvent
is used. Use only in well-ventilated places. Failure to do this may
result in injury to personnel and/or damage to equipment.
1.
Clean all metallic parts with drycleaning solvent.
2.
Inspect shaft (7) for cracks and distortion. Replace shaft (7) if cracked or distorted.
3.
Inspect splined end of shaft (7) for damage. Replace shaft (7) if damaged.
4.
Inspect inner joint (9) for pitting or rough joint operation. Replace inner joint (9) if pitted or
unserviceable.
5.
Clean output flange threaded holes (10) with a 10-mm tap to remove old sealing compound.
c. Cleaning and Inspection
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