TM 10-3930-664-24 3. REMOVE VALVE STEM (4) AND SPUD (8) FROM WHEEL RIM.  DISCARD O-RING (7) AND GASKET (8). a. Remove adapter (2) from valve stem (4).  Use care not to damage deflector pin (3) or sealing washer (5). b. Remove valve stem (4) from spud (6).  Remove and discard O-ring (7). c. Unscrew parts of spud (6) to remove from wheel rim.  Remove and discard gasket (8). B. CLEANING Clean wheel assembly components in accordance with paragraph 1-24. C. INSPECTION 1. Inspect valve stem components in accordance with paragraph 1-24. 2. Inspect sealing washer (5) for damage.  Replace if torn or compressed. 3. Inspect tires for air leaks and evidence of excessive or uneven wear. D. ASSEMBLY 1. INSTALL VALVE STEM (4) AND SPUD (8) ONTO WHEEL RIM USING NEW O-RING (7) AND GASKET (8). a. Mate new gasket (8) to spud (6).  Install parts of spud onto wheel rim and tighten. b. Install new O-ring (7) onto valve stem (4).  Install valve stem into spud (6). c. Install adapter (2) onto valve stem (4),  using care not to damage deflector pin (3) or sealing washer (5). 2-310