Steering Wheel (cont)

TM 9-2320-285-24-1

2-58. STEERING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE (CONT)

Steering Wheel (cont).

STEP

LOCATION

ITEM

ACTION

REMARKS

CLEANING

a. Steering wheel

Clean

Wipe with clean cloth moist-

(2)

ened with mild detergent

solution

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.

Compressed air must not exceed 30 psi. Wear safety glasses when drying parts with compressed air.

Failure to do so could cause serious injury to eyes and possi- ble blindness. If you hurt your eyes or if a

foreign object is blown into your eyes, seek medical attention immediately.

b. Wheel nut (1)

Clean

Use cleaning solvent P-D-680;

dry thoroughly with com-

pressed air or clean cloths

INSPECTION

Wheel nut (1) and

Inspect

Replace if cracked, broken,

steering wheel

distorted, or threads

(2)

damaged

INSTALLATION

Steering

a. Steering wheel Install

Align tape on steering wheel

column

(2)

base with tape on steering

column

b. Wheel nut (1)

Install

Tighten to 55-65 pounds foot

torque

c. Masking tape

Remove

From steering wheel base and

steering column

d. Horn button

Install

Para 2-33b

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