DISMOUNTING

TM 9-2320-285-24-1

2-57. WHEELS AND TIRES MAINTENANCE (CONT)

STEP

LOCATION

ITEM

ACTION

REMARKS

DISMOUNTING

WARNING

Be sure tire is deflated and valve core removed before proceeding with dismounting. Failure to do so

could cause serious injury due to parts flying off wheel and tire. If you are injured due to not completely

deflating tire, obtain medical aid immediately.

Wheel and

a. Tire (8)

Break bead

Use tire iron; break top

tire assem-

bead loose from wheel (5)

bly

flange Turn assembly over

and break opposite bead

loose from ring (9)

b. Ring (9)

Depress

Depress enough to clear rim

(4)

c. Rim (4)

Remove

Insert end of tire iron at

safety bulge on rim; pry

rim out of groove in wheel

(5) base

d. Ring (9)

Remove

e. Valve cap (1)

Install

On tube (7) valve

f. Tube (7) valve

Depress

Use blunt tool and push valve

down through valve hole

g. Valve cap (1)

Remove

h. Wheel (5)

Remove

Withdraw evenly out of tire

(8)

i. Flap (6)

Remove

j. Tube (7)

Remove

CLEANING

WARNING

Dry cleaning solvent (P-D-680), used to clean parts is toxic and flammable. Wear protective goggles and

gloves and use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes and don't breathe

vapors. Do not use near open flame or excessive heat and don't smoke when using it. Failure to do so

could cause seri- ous injury. If you become dizzy while using cleaning solvent, get fresh air and medical

attention immediate- ly. If contact with skin or clothes is made, flush with large amounts of water. If contact

with eyes is made, wash eyes with water and seek medical aid immediately.

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