Cleaning/inspection - TM-9-2320-360-20-20843

TM 9-2320-360-20-2

(17.1) Install two wooden blocks in tire (1) to

separate sidewalls.

WARNING

Keep hands and fingers from

between tire and bead lock. Failure

to comply may result in injury to

personnel.

NOTE

Bead lock is removed by lifting one

end of bead lock and twisting out of

tire.

(18) Remove bead lock (17) from tire (1).

(19) Remove two wooden blocks from tire (1).

c. Cleaning/inspection

CAUTION

Never apply paint to threaded portion of wheel studs or to the wheel nut contact

area of outer wheel. Failure to comply may result in damage to wheel studs.

(1) Inspect inner wheel rim bolts for stripped threads, cracks, or breaks. If any bolts are damaged, all bolts on

that wheel should be replaced.

(2) Inspect inner and outer wheel rim for damage. If any cracks or dents are found, replace both halves of the

rim.

(3) Inspect bead lock for kinks and missing rivets.

Check bead lock rubber seals for damage and proper

position. Replace damaged bead locks.

(4) Inspect tire tread for nails, glass and other foreign material in tread.

(5) Inspect for irregular wear, cuts, and blisters appearing on tire.

(6) Inspect bead of tire for damaged rim seal ridges.

(7) Inspect complete inside surface of inner liner for imperfections, discoloration or irregular surface that may

indicate excessive heat, breaks or other fabric damage.

(8) Check rim for cracks, dents, dirt, and rust.

(9) Remove rust, gummy rubber deposits, nicks and gouges in the rim seat surface to provide an airtight seal

with the tire bead.

(9.1) Paint wheel assembly parts as need to protect against rust.

(10) Remove all dirt and foreign material from inside of tire.

Change 3 12-22.1