DRIVE AXLE INSPECTION

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3. Inspect friction surfaces of pressure plate (19,

figure 4-15) and of pistons (15) for wear, scoring, or

other damage.

7-50.

BRAKE PEDAL INSPECTION.

4. Inspect clutch plate assemblies (17 and 28) for

wear or other deterioration.

Refer to TM 10-3930-623-12.

5. Inspect transmission control valve according to

appropriate general instructions steps; also, inspect

valve body (30, figure 4-16) bores and passages for

7-51.

HAND BRAKE INSPECTION.

scratches, wear or obstructions. Inspect plunger (14)

and pistons (19, 21, 23 and 28) for burrs, scoring or

Refer to TM 10-3930-623-12.

wear.

7-47. DRIVE AXLE INSPECTION. Inspect drive axle as

7-52. STEERING AXLE, WITH WHEELS AND TIRES

INSPECTION. Inspect the steering axle as follows:

follows:

1. Perform inspections listed in paragraphs 7-5

1. Inspect bearings (19 and 20, figure 4-33) for

through 7-10, and paragraphs 7-12 and 7-13.

damage and adequate lubrication. Inspect hub (23) for

damage.

2. Inspect brake linkage, lines and fittings for.

wear, deformation, or any condition which would make

2. Inspect tires (7) for cuts, wear, sidewall breaks,

them unserviceable.

and inbedded glass or metal in treads. Check inflation

pressure.

3. Inspect service brake assembly according to

paragraph 7-49.

3. Inspect tie rod ends (29 and 30) for wear,

plugged lubrication fittings or damage.

7-48. MASTER CYLINDER INSPECTION.

4. Inspect axle blocks (4) for deterioration, splitting

1. Check casting assembly for cracks. Inspect

or wear.

plugs for damage, corrosion and leakage. Discard

defective plugs. Examine bore of body (41, figure 4-10)

5. Examine tie rods (32) for damage, dents, kinks

for pits, scratches and roughness. Discard damaged

or bends.

castings assembly.

6. Check king pins (36) and bearings (39 and 44)

2. Check piston assembly (37) for cracks, breaks,

for looseness due to wear. Check all lubrication fittings

burrs, wear and out-of-round. Discard defective piston

for clear passages.

assembly.

7-53. STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY INSPECTION.

3. Examine all threaded parts for crossed or

stripped threads. Discard defective parts.

1. Inspect operation of steering gear assembly with

4. Check piston return spring (39) and retainer (35)

drag link (16, figure 4-31) disconnected from steering

for bent, stretched, or broken condition.

Discard

gear arm. There should be no noticeable binding at any

damaged parts.

point in travel.

5. Check rubber boot (34) for cuts or rips. Discard

2. Reconnect drag link.

With engine running,

damaged part.

check operation of steering gear assembly. Check for

leaks, and unusual noises from gear box.

7-49.

WHEEL CYLINDER AND

BRAKE INSPECTION.

3. While weight is on wheels, and steering wheel is

being turned slowly left and right, check for security of

Refer to TM 10-3930-623-12.

mounting gear, and operation of horn button in all wheel

positions.

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