Axle Breathers (cont).

TM 10-3930-638-24&P

2-39. AXLES AND DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLIES MAINTENANCE (cont)

e. Axle Breathers (cont).

(2) Rear Axle Breather.

ITEM

REMARKS

STEP

LOCATION

ACTION

REMOVAL

Left side of

Left side panel

Para 2-53c

Remove

vehicle

Engine com-

Axle breather

Remove

Unscrew from hose fitting

partment

CLEANING

WARNING

Dry cleaning solvent (P-D-680), used to clean parts is toxic and

flammable. Wear protective goggles and gloves and use only in a

well ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes

and don't breathe vapors. Do not use near open flame or exces-

sive heat and don't smoke when using it. Failure to do so could

cause serious injury. If you become dizzy while using cleaning

solvent, get fresh air immediately, and get medical attention. If

contact with skin or clothes is made, flush with large amounts of

water. If contact with eyes is made, wash eyes with water immed-

ately, and obtain medical aid immediately.

Immerse in cleaning solvent P-D-680

Clean

Axle breather

INSPECTION

Replace if dented or clogged

Inspect

Axle breather

Replace if cracked or deteriorated

Inspect

Axle breather hose

INSTALLATION

Install

Screw into hose fitting

a. Axle breather

Engine compart-

Para 2-53c

Install

b. Left side panel

ment

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