SERVICE BRAKE MAINTENANCE

TM 9-2330-202-14&P

4-35.

SERVICE BRAKE MAINTENANCE.

This Task Covers:

Removal

Disassembly

Cleaning and Inspection

Assembly

Installation

Initial Setup:

Tools/Test Equipment:

Clamp, 11686281

General mechanic's tool kit (Item 1, Appendix B) Lockwasher, MS35335-34

Common No. 1 tool set (Item 2, Appendix B)

Lockwasher (5), MS35338-46

Materials/Parts:

Equipment Conditions:

Rag (Item 13, Appendix F)

Hub and brakedrum removed (para 4-43).

Solvent, drycleaning (Item 15, Appendix F)

REMOVAL

WARNING

DO NOT handle brakeshoes, brakedrums, or other brake components unless area has been

properly cleaned. Asbestos dust, which can be dangerous if you touch it or breathe it, may be on

these components. Wear an approved filter mask and gloves. NEVER use compressed air or a

dry brush to clean brake components. Dust may be removed using an industrial-type vacuum

cleaner. Clean dust or mud away from brake components with water and a wet, soft brush or

cloth. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious illness or death to personnel.

NOTE

It is not necessary to remove backing plate and service brake assembly from axle in order to disassemble

service brake assembly. Disassembly may be performed with service brake assembly on axle or on work

bench.