TM 5-3810-306-34
REAR AXLE REMOVAL
TOOLS:
General mechanic's tool kit: automotive (5180-00-177-7033)
SUPPLIES: None
EQUIPMENT CONDITIONS:
Negative battery cable disconnected at shunt. (Refer to
TM 5-3810-306-20.)
Outrigger fully extended and lowered. (Refer to TM 5-
3810-306-10.)
Drive lines removed. (Refer to TM 5-3810-306-20.)
Hydraulic systems shut down. (Refer to TM 5-3810-306-
10.)
Air systems purged. (Refer to TM 5-3810-306-20.)
Brake chamber lines disconnected and capped. (Refer to
TM 5-3810-306-20.)
Steer cylinders removed. (Refer to TM 5-3810-306-20.)
Wheels removed. (Refer to TM 5-3810-306-20.)
REMOVAL:
1. REMOVE REAR AXLE.
NOTE
Axle weighs approximately 4085 lbs
(1985 kg).
a. Position jacks which are capable of handling
weight of axle, under axle and support axle.
b. Remove breather line (4) from axle housing.
c. Remove eight nuts (1), washers (2) and bolts (3)
securing axle.
d. Lower axle to ground.
INSTALLATION:
1. INSTALL REAR AXLE.
a. Position jacks which are capable of handling
weight of axle under axle and support axle.
b. Raise axle into place and secure with bolts (3),
washers (2) and nuts (1).
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