TM 9-2320-273-20
WHEELS AND TIRES
10-13. FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS AND SEALS MAINTENANCE (M1915) (Continued).
LOCATION/lTEM
ACTION
REMARKS
A. REMOVAL (Continued).
8. Seal (4) and inner
Remove and throw
Tap out from inside of
bearing (3).
seal away.
hub (1) using hammer
and wood block.
9. Cup (2).
Remove.
10. Cup (15).
Remove.
NOTE
Clean all component parts with SD-2 solvent.
Do not use compressed air to clean bearings.
B. INSPECTION.
11. Inner bearing (3) and
Inspect for:
Replace as necessary.
outer bearing (14).
a. Flat spots or chips in
bearing rollers.
b. Cracks.
c. Breaks.
d. Smooth operation.
e.Discoloration.
12. Cups (2) and (15).
Inspect for:
a. Flat spots.
b. Cracks.
c. Gouges.
d. Discoloration.
13. Axle spindle.
Inspect for:
a. Grooves.
b. Gouges.
c. Abnormal wear.
d. Discoloration.
NOTE
All component parts must be clean and
free of all dirt and foreign matter.
Replace as necessary.
Notify Direct Support
Maintenance.
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