Front Steering Arm Replacement

TM 9-2320-363-34-1 · Chapter 5 — Front Axle Maintenance

This task covers: a. Removal b. Cleaning c. Inspection d. Installation

Applicable Conflguratlon:                         References:
M915A2                                            TM 9-2320-363-20
Tools and Special Equipment:                      Equipment Condition:
Shop Equipment, SC 4910-95-CL-A31                 Reference              Condition Description
Tool Kit, SC 5180-90-CL-N05
                                                  TM 9-2320-363-20       Drag Link Removed
Materials/Parts:
                                                  TM 9-2320-363-20       Front Brake Spider and
Pin, Cotter                                                              Brake Chamber Bracket
                                                                         Removed

       REMOVE COTTER PIN (1), CASTELLATED NUT (2), STEERING ARM (3), AND WOODRUFF KEY
       (4). DISCARD COTTER PIN.
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Use general cleaning methods to clean all parts (page 2-30).

Inspect all parts for wear or damage.

1. INSTALL WOODRUFF KEY (4), STEERING ARM (3), AND CASTELLATED NUT (2). TIGHTEN CASTELLATED NUT TO 775-1,050 LB-FT (1051-1424 N.m).

CAUTION Castellated nut may be tightened to 1,450 Ib-ft (1966 N.m) for purpose of installing cotter pin. Overtightening may damage steering arm.

2. INSTALL NEW COTTER PIN (1).

NOTE Follow-on Maintenance:

Install drag link (TM 9-2320-363-20). Install front brake spider and brake chamber bracket (TM 9-2320-363-20).

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Illustration from TM 9-2320-363-34-1 (PDF page 496)