TM 9-2330-328-14&P
AXLE
Materials/Tools
Cleaning compound (WP 0026 00)
Wiping rag (WP 0026 00)
Welding machine Welder tool kit
Personnel: 2 required
NOTE
If an axle is to be removed for replacement or repair, remove axle and suspension
together, and disassemble after removal.
a. Removal.
(1) Disconnect air lines from brake air chambers (WP 0016 00-14).
(2) Use a suitable lifting device to lift trailer and relax spring tension.
(3) Remove torque arms and spring rollers (WP 0018 00-1).
(4) Roll rear axle assembly with wheel and suspension from underneath trailer.
(5) Remove springs from axle (WP 0018 00-1).
b. Disassembly.
(1) Jack up axle assembly and place on jack stands.
(2) Remove tires and wheels (WP 0012 00-3).
(3) Remove hubs and drums (WP 0016 00-1).
(4) Remove brakes (WP 0016 00-5), slack adjuster (WP 0016 00-11), and camshafts
and bearings (WP 0016 00-8).
(5) Remove air brake chambers (WP 0016 00-12).
c. Cleaning. Clean axle thoroughly, using a brush and water to remove mud, and cleaning
compound to remove grease and oil. Wipe off.
d. Inspection. Inspect axle for cracks, breaks, broken or distorted brackets (1) and pads (2),
corrosion and other damage.
e. Repair.
(1) Straighten distorted air brake chamber brackets (1) and spring mounting pads (2) if
possible. If brackets or pads cannot be straightened, the axle must be replaced.
(2) Repair broken welds.
(3) Repaint the axle.
