6-12. GEARED HUB SPINDLE BEARING ADJUSTMENT
Adjustment
This task covers:
Adjustment
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools
General mechanic’s tool kit:
automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)
Maintenance and repair shop equipment:
automotive (Appendix B, Item 2)
Special Tools
Wrench (Appendix B, Item 108)
Materials/Parts
Lockwasher (Appendix G, Item 218)
Sealing compound (Appendix C, Item 58)
Sealing compound (Appendix C, Item 62)
Grease (Appendix C, Item 34)
Manual References
TM 9-2320-387-10
TM 9-2320-387-24P
Equipment Condition
Wheel removed (para. 8-3).
Maintenance Level
Unit
General Safety Instructions
Ensure locktab on lockwasher is bent completely
into slot on retaining nut.
NOTE
Have drainage container ready to catch oil.
1.
Remove drainplug (2) from geared hub (1) and drain geared hub (1). Install drainplug (2) in geared
hub (1) and tighten to 8-13 lb-ft (11-18 N•m).
2.
Remove four capscrews (5), washers (4), and steering arm cover (3) from geared hub (1).
TM 9-2320-387-24-1
Change 1
6-35
1
5
4
3
1
2
