CHAPTER 13 REPAIR OF REAR AXLE

TM 10-3930-632-34

CHAPTER 13

REPAIR OF REAR AXLE

Section I. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

steering gear pitman arm connects to a ball stud on the

13-1.

General

spider of the steering axle. The movement of the spider

The steering axle is mounted at the rear of the

is transferred through tie rods to the steering knuckles on

lift truck. The steering axle is secured to the frame with

which the wheels are mounted to provide steering for the

axle mounting blocks which are free to pivot as required

truck.

as the wheels are turned. The drag link from the

Section II. TIE RODS

13-2.

Removal and Disassembly

13-3.

Cleaning and Inspection

a. Wipe the tie rod ends with a cloth dampened with

Remove the tie rods from the spider and

steering knuckles of the steering axle. Disassemble as

dry cleaning solvent P-D-680. Clean all remaining parts

shown in figure 13-1.

with dry cleaning solvent P-D-680 and air dry.

Inspect the tie rod ends for damaged threads,

binding or seizing of the studs, scoring or corrosion of

WARNING

the stud shaft. Replace damaged tie rods.

Inspect the tie rod for cracks, distortion, and

Dry cleaning solvent P-D-680 is toxic and

damaged threads; replace damaged tie rods.

flammable. Wear protective goggles and gloves

and use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid

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

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Reassembly, Installation and Adjustment

breathe vapors. Do not use near open flame or

Reassemble the locknuts and tie rod ends on

excessive heat. The flash point is 100F -

the tie rods as shown in figure 13-1. Do not tighten the

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

locknuts until the tie rod length is adjusted.

Install the tie rods between the steering

using cleaning solvent, get fresh air immediately

knuckles and the steer axle spider.

and get medical aid. If contact with eyes is

Adjust the tie rods (TM 10-3930-632-12).

made, wash your eyes with water and get

medical aid immediately.

Figure 13-1. Tie Rod, Disassembly and Reassembly.

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