TM 9-2320-279-20-2
Brake and Air System Maintenance Instruction (Cont)
b.
Adjustment (manually adjusted slack adjusters only).
WARNING
Do not get under vehicle until axle is supported by jack stand.
(1)
Jack up axle (TM 9-2320-279-10) and install jack stand.
(2)
Release parking brake when adjusting rear brakes
(TM 9-2320-279-10).
(3)
Place tool on spring loaded lock (1) around adjusting
screw (2). Push down on lock and tighten adjusting
screw until wheel can no longer be turned by hand.
(4)
Place tool on spring loaded lock (1) around adjusting
screw (2). Push lock down and back out adjusting screw
three clicks or 1/4 turn. Release lock.
c.
Follow-on Maintenance.
(1)
Remove jack (TM 9-2320-279-10) and
jack stand.
(2)
If vehicle is towing trailer, refer to
appropriate trailer technical manual to
inspect and adjust brakes.
END OF TASK
11-8.
FRONT BRAKE CHAMBER AND FRONT ARCTIC BRAKE CHAMBER
REMOVAL/REPAIR/INSTALLATION.
This task covers:
a. Removal
b. Disassembly
c. Assembly
d. Installation
e. Follow-on Maintenance
INITIAL SETUP
Models
All
Test Equipment
None
Special Tools
None
Supplies
Compound, sealing, pipe thread,
Item 18, Appendix C
Tags, identification, Item 48, Appendix C
Personnel Required
MOS 63S, Heavy wheel vehicle mechanic
References
None
Equipment Condition
TM or Para
Condition Description
TM 9-2320-279-10 Shut off engine.
Special Environmental Conditions
None
General Safety Instructions
None
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