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TM 9-2320-360-34-1
9-4. AXLE NO. 1 PIVOT, SPINDLE, AND AXLE SHAFT REPAIR (CONT)
WARNING
On direct contact, uncured silicone
sealant irritates eyes. In case of
contact, flush eyes with water and
seek medical attention. In case of
skin contact, wipe off and flush with
water.
(g)
Coat upper surface of upper pivot
face (13) with silicone adhesive-
sealant.
(h)
install shim(s) (16) on pivot and
spindle assembly (4). If multiple
shims are used, install shims on the
pivot and spindle assembly in order
from
thinnest
to
thickest
with
thinnest shim contacting pivot and
spindle assembly and thickest shim
contacting cover.
(12)
Position steering arm (17) on pivot and
spindle assembly (4) by aligning marks
made during disassembly.
(13)
Install four screws (18) in pivot and
spindle assembly (4). Torque to 250 lb-ft
(340 Nm), then to 500 lb-ft (670 Nm),
then to 720-800 lb-ft (976-1085 Nm).
WARNING
Pipe thread sealing compound can
burn easily, can give off harmful
vapors, and is harmful to skin and
clothing. To avoid injury or death,
keep away from open fire and use in
well-ventilated area. If pipe thread
sealing compound gets on skin or
clothing, wash immediately with soap
and water.
CAUTION
Use pipe thread sealing compound
sparingly only on pipe threads. Do
not
apply
compound
to
hose
connections. Damage to equipment
may result.
(14)
Coat threads of elbow (19), fitting (20),
and fitting (21) with pipe thread sealing
compound.
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