Section VI. SERVICE BRAKES

TM 10-3930-632-34

through the hole in the housing and lever to secure the

Install right side tilt cylinder (TM 10-3930-632-

brake shoe and lever assembly.

12).

b. When installing the sleeve (8) in the lever

d. Connect and adjust the hand brake b-handle

sleeve hole, install the nut (7) to allow some free play of

assembly and linkage (TM 10-3930-632-12).

the sleeve.

Section VI. SERVICE BRAKES

Wipe the exterior of the wheel cylinder with a

11-22.

Removal and Disassembly

cloth dampened with dry cleaning solvent P-D-680.

Remove the brake assembly from the front

Clean all metallic parts with dry cleaning

drive wheel (para 12-2).

solvent P-D680; dry thoroughly.

Disassemble the brake assembly as shown in

Inspect the brake shoes for wear, cracks, oil

figure 11-6. Do not disassemble the brake assembly

saturation, signs of overheating, or other damage. If the

farther than is necessary to determine if the condition of

linings are damaged or worn to less than 1/16 inch

the parts warrants further disassembly,

thickness, replace the brake shoes.

Use brake spring pliers to disengage the brake

Inspect the wheel cylinders for cracks,

return springs from the brake shoes.

deterioration of rubber parts, signs of leaking, or other

damage; replace damaged wheel cylinders.

WARNING

Inspect the brake return springs for cracks,

worn or damaged end hooks, or elongation. If the

Dry cleaning solvent P-D-80 is toxic and

springs are damaged or if they are elongated so that

flammable. Wear protective goggles and gloves

spaces exist between loops of the springs, replace the

and use only in a well ventilated Area. Avoid

springs.

contact with skin, eyes, and clothes and don't

Inspect the backing plate for cracks, distortion,

breathe vapors. Do not use near open flame or

excessive heat. The flash point is 100F -

and other damage; replace the brake assembly if

damaged.

138F. (38C - 59C). If you become dizzy while

using cleaning solvent, get fresh air immediately

11-24.

Reassembly and Installation

and get medical aid, If contact with eyes is mild,

Reassemble the brake assembly as shown in

wash your eyes with water and get medical aid

figure 11.6. Use a brake spring pliers to install the brake

immediately.

return springs between the brake shoes.

Install the brake assembly (para 12-4).

11-33.

Cleaning and Inspection

Connect the brake lines to the fittings on the

Clean the brake shoes with a wire brush.

brake assemblies. Bleed the brake system (TM 10-

Remove greasy or gummy deposits with a cloth

3930-632-12).

dampened with dry cleaning solvent P-D-680.

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