TM 9-2320-303-10
3-9.
WHEEL AND TIRE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT (Con't).
NOTE
· If replacing inner rear tire, loosen both outer and inner wheel nuts.
· Wheel nuts on left side of vehicle are left hand threads (turn right to
loosen, turn left to tighten). Wheel nuts on right side of vehicle are
right hand threads (turn left to loosen, turn right to tighten).
(3)
Loosen wheel nuts on wheel to be removed.
(4)
Place jack in position (subparagraph a).
WARNING
Hydraulic jack is intended only for lifting truck, not for supporting
vehicle to perform maintenance. Do not get under truck after it is
raised unless it is properly supported with blocks or jackstands.
Failure to observe this warning may result in death or injury to
personnel.
(5)
Raise jack until tire(s) clears ground.
WARNING
Use caution when lifting or handling wheel and tire assembly. It is
heavy and could cause injury if improperly lifted or if it falls on you.
(6)
For front or outer rear tire, remove wheel nuts and wheel and tire assembly
(7)
If replacing inner rear tire, remove wheel nuts and wheel and tire
assembly.
c.
Install Wheel and Tire Assembly.
(1)
Inflate spare tire to proper pressure (paragraph 3-7).
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