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ing system components. If changing oil grade or

7. FORWARD-REAR AXLE AND REAR-REAR AXLE.

type, drain and flush system completely before

refilling.

(a) Initial Operation - After the initial 1, 000 miles of

operation, drain the differentials while the assembly

(b) OE/HDO-10 or OEA (Arctic Grade) is ac-

is still warm from operation. Inspect the magnetic

ceptable for use, but Dexron ATF is preferred.

drain plug for signs of excessive metal particle

buildup and notify Direct Support Maintenance if this

FUEL

PUMP

SCREEN

AND

WATER

condition exists. Clean the magnetic drain plugs and

SEPARATOR FUEL FILTER.

magnetic fill plugs and replace when lubricant has

stopped draining. Axles must not be flushed with

WARNING: Compressed air used for cleaning

any solvent such as kerosene.

purposes will not exceed 30 psi. Use only with

effective chip guar- ding and personal protective

(b) Check Level - Check at 1, 000 mile intervals and

equip- ment (gogglesishield, gloves, etc.).

maintain lube level with bottom of filler hole.

(a) Screen - Clean by soaking in a carbon dissolving

NOTE: When a safe level of lubricant within a gear

agent, followed by flushing in a sonic cleaner unit; or

housing is indicated at the time of scheduled

clean the screen in fuel oil and dry with compressed

lubrication, the lubricant retaining seal is considered

air. Visually in- spect screen for holes or embedded

functional, even though the seal may indicate

metal particles in mesh. Discard if damaged or worn

questionable leakage. Frequent observation of seal

and replace with new part.

as a potential problem area is recommended. When

seepage or leakage of lubricant adversely affects the

(b) Drain Moisture - Open drain valve and drain fuel

proper functions of parts within the area (e.g.,

for several seconds to allow water to escape. Close

brakes), the re- taining seal must be replaced.

drain valve.

6. FORWARD-REAR AXLE WITH LUBE PUMP AND

axle lubricant, including axle hubs, every 24, 000

MAGNETIC STRAINER.

miles or 24 months, whichever occurs first.

(a) Initially the magnetic strainer should be checked

CAUTION: Prior to filling the forward- rear axle,

and cleaned the first 1, 000 miles of operation. After

remove the filler plug at the top of the differential

that, check and clean the magnetic strainer every 24,

carrier near the power divider cover and add two

000 miles or 12 months, whichever occurs first.

pints of gear lube. Reinstall fill plug. Add the

remaining 38 pints to the forward-rear axle

WARNING: Compressed air used for cleaning

differential housing.

purposes will not exceed 30 psi. Use only with

effective chip guar- ding and personal protective

The following list of capacities should be used

equipment (goggles/shield, gloves, etc.).

as a guide only. Do not overfill.

(b) To check and clean the magnetic strainer,

(1) Forward-Rear Axle.

Fill forward- rear axle

remove the strainer from the power divider cover and

with 38 pints.

inspect for wear material. Wash the magnetic

strainer in solvent and blow dry with compressed air

to remove oil and metal particles and reinstall.

(2) Rear-Rear Axle.

Fill rear-rear axle with 36

pints.

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