TM 10-4610-240-24
TM 0850C-24/2
TO 40W4-13-22
3-70. AXLE ASSEMBLY MAINTENANCE (MODEL WPES-1)- continued.
REMOVAL.
a. Using two hydraulic or screw-type jacks, support axle (7) to be removed at both ends.
WARNING
The axle is heavy. Two people are needed to lift it to prevent personal injury or damage to the
equipment.
b. Remove eight backing nuts (2), eight retaining nuts (1), and four U-bolts (8).
c. Remove four nuts (3), four lockwashers (4), and two covers (5).
d. Lower and remove axle.
INSTALLATION.
WARNING
The axle is heavy. Two people are needed to lift it to prevent personal injury or damage to the
equipment.
a. Place axle (7) in position underneath flatbed cargo trailer with a hydraulic or screw-type jack supporting each end
of axle.
b. Raise axle (7) into position with springs (6) alined with spring box (9).
c. Install two covers (5), four lockwashers (4), and four nuts (3).
d. Install four U-bolts (8) around axle (7) and through cover (5).
e. Install eight retaining nuts (1) and eight backing nuts (2).
f. Torque retaining nuts (1) to 85-105 pound-feet (115.26-146.38 N.m) and install eight backing nuts (2) against
them.
g. Install two air chambers. Refer to paragraph 2-96.
h. Install two hub and drum assemblies. Refer to paragraph 3-69.
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