TM 9-2320-302-34
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FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED
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REMOVAL
NOTE
Procedure is same for both sides except where noted.
1.
On left side, remove cotter pin (1) and castellated nut (2) and set drag link (3) aside. Discard cotter pin.
2.
Remove two cotter pins (4), castellated nuts (5), and tie rod (6). Discard cotter pins.
WARNING
Front axle weighs 1060 lb (481 kg). Support front axle with a suitable floor jack during removal to prevent
possible injury to personnel.
NOTE
Ensure front of vehicle is blocked up enough to allow removal of axle.
3.
Position suitable floor jack under center of axle (7) and secure axle to floor jack.
NOTE
Note position of axle stops during removal to aid in installation.
4.
Remove eight nuts (8), washers (9), four U-bolts (10), and two axle stops (11).
5.
Lower axle (7) and remove from vehicle.
6.
Remove spacer (12) and shim (13).
7.
Remove pin (14) from spacer (12).
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