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TM 10-3930-671-24
F.
Wheel End Final Assembly
Before final assembly, clean and lubricate all parts
thoroughly.
After the correct ring gear and pinion backlash and tooth
contact is set:
1.
Remove both wheel end housings and apply
a film of Loctite #515 to the flange on
housing. Spread the material evenly on the
flange around the bolt holes.
2.
Position the wheel ends on transmission
case. Be sure differential bearings are aligned
and fitted correctly.
3.
Apply a thread locking compound, e.g.,
Loctite #515 as follows:
a)
On bolts, capscrews and studs (anchor
end), apply compound on the female
threaded component part.
b)
On nuts, apply compound to the male
thread of mating fastener.
c)
Apply compound to coat the full length and
circumference of thread engagement.
d)
Remove excess compound from mating
parts after fastener installation.
4.
Install
the
wheel
end
housings
to
transmission
case.
Install
washers
and
mounting bolts. Tighten bolts to torque spec: 80-
88 Ibft. (108-119 N.M.).
5.
If brakes were removed, install drive axle
mounting support and spacer on each axle
end.
Install brake assemblies
As required
1.
Insert parking brake cable (through the opening
noted at disassembly) in the brake backing plate.
2.
Install backing plate over(s) studs with washers
and nuts. Install one (1) cap screw and washer
per brake, located closest to parking brake cable
connection.
3.
Tighten the fasteners in the sequence shown to
torque spec: 115-129 Ib-ft (156-175 Nom).
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