FRONT AXLE BRAKESHOES

TM 9-2320-270-20-2

FRONT AXLE BRAKESHOES

This task covers:

c. Installation (page 4-611)

d. Adjustment (page 4-612)

b. Cleaning/Inspection (page 4-611)

INITIAL SETUP

Personnel Required

Tools

One

Hammer, plastic-face

Pliers, brake repair

Equipment Condition

Pliers, slip-joint

Screwdriver, fiat-tip, 1/4-inch

Front axle hub, drum, and bearing assembly

ACTION

REMARKS

ITEM

LOCATION

WARNING

Parts of brake assembly will be coated with asbestos dust. Breathing this dust maybe

hazardous to your health. Use a filter mask approved for use against asbestos dust.

Never use compressed air or dry brush to clean these assemblies. Dust shall be

removed using an industrial type vacuum cleaner equipped with a high efficiency filter

system. Clean dirt or mud from brake assemblies with a bristle brush or cloth, and

water.

NOTE

There are two sets of front axle brakeshoes. This task can be used to replace either set

of brakeshoes. Right side is shown.

REMOVAL

Using screwdriver, pry off.

Two C-washers (2)

1. Two brakeshoe

and anchor pin

anchor pins (1)

strap (3)

4-610