TM 9-2320-279-20-2
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Change 3
Steering System Maintenance Instructions
13-4. DRAG LINK REMOVAL/REPAIR/INSTALLATION (CONT).
(2)
Install other end of drag link (2) in steering
arm (6).
NOTE
If cotter pin cannot be installed because slot does
not line up with cotter pin hole, tighten nut until
alinement permits cotter pin to be installed.
(3)
Install nut (7) and tighten to 165 to
180 lb-ft (224 to 244 NSm).
(4)
Install cotter pin (8).
(5)
Tighten two clamps (9) on front drag
link (2).
NOTE
Some drag links have lube fittings. Others
do not.
(6)
Install two lubrication fittings (10) on drag
link (2).
g. Follow-on Maintenance.
(1)
Lubricate drag link (LO 9-2320-279-12).
(2)
Notify Direct Support that front wheel alinement is required.
END OF TASK
Supplies
Grease, automotive and artillery,
Item 23, Appendix C
This task covers:
a. Removal
d. Assembly
b. Disassembly
e. Installation
c. Cleaning/Inspection
f. Follow-on Maintenance
INITIAL SETUP
Personnel Required
MOS 63S, Heavy wheel vehicle mechanic
Equipment Condition
TM or Para
Condition Description
TM 9-2320-279-10 Shut off engine.
Vehicle parked with
wheels pointing straight
ahead on flat, level, hard
surface.
Tire pressure adjusted to
equal pressure in front
tires.
References
None
Special Tools
None
13-5. FRONT AND REAR TIE RODS REMOVAL/REPAIR/INSTALLATION.
Models
All
Test Equipment
None
Special Environmental Conditions
None
General Safety Instructions
Wheels chocked.
