TM 5-3825-229-14&P
5-4. AXLES (cont)
a.
Removal (cont).
WARNING
The axle assembly is heavy and awkward to handle. Use caution, adequate support and assistance
during removal. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury to personnel.
(11)
Carefully remove jack stands or blocking and remove front axle assembly (4) with attached brake
chambers, from semitrailer.
(12)
Remove brake chambers from axle assembly. Refer to para. 4-28.
(13)
Remove brake camshafts and slack adjusters from axle assembly. Refer to para. 4-26.
(14)
Remove brake drums, hub assemblies, and seals and bearings from axle. Refer to para. 4- 36.
(15)
Remove brake assemblies from axle. Refer to para. 4-25.
b.
Installation.
(1)
Install brake assemblies on axle. Refer to para. 4-25.
(2)
Install bearings, seals, hub assembly and brake drums on axle. Refer to para. 4-36.
(3)
Install brake camshaft and slack adjuster on front axle. Refer to para. 4-26.
(4)
Install brake chambers on axle assembly. Refer to para. 4-28.
WARNING
The axle assembly is heavy and awkward to handle. Use caution, adequate support and assistance
during installation. Failure to follow this warning can result in serious injury to personnel.
(5)
Carefully raise axle assembly (4) into position under springs (17). Install delrin liner (16) and top plate
(15) in place on top of spring (17). Support axle with jack stands or blocking.
(6)
Install two U-bolts (14) over top plate (15) and through hanger welded to bottom of axle. Secure U-
bolts (14) with lock nuts (13).
WARNING
It is essential that torque values be maintained to insure proper operation of the suspension system. The
torque values of the suspension bolts and nuts must be checked after an initial break-in period of 1,000
miles (1600 km) and every three months thereafter. Failure to do so may cause injury to personnel or
damage to the equipment.
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