Axle Breathers (cont).

TM 10-3930-638-24&P

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

e. Axle Breathers (cont).

(1) Front Axle Breather.

LOCATION

ITEM

STEP

REMARKS

ACTION

REMOVAL

Remove

Unscrew from hose fitting

Axle breather

Hydraulic control

valve, right side

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-

iately, and obtain medical aid immediately.

Clean

Immerse in cleaning solvent P-D-680

Axle breather

INSPECTION

Replace if dented or clogged

Inspect

Axle breather

Axle breather hose

Inspect

Replace if cracked or deteriorated

INSTALLATION

Install

Hydraulic con-

Screw into hose fitting

Axle breather

trol valve, right

side

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