TM 9-2320-280-20-28-3. WHEEL REPLACEMENTThis task covers:a. Removalb. InstallationINITIAL SETUP:ToolsGeneralSafetyInstructionsGeneral mechanic’s tool kit:Always apply parking brake and chock oppositeautomotive (Appendix B, item 1)wheel before removing wheel.Remove only the inner group of nuts whenManualReferencesremoving a wheel from the vehicle.TM 9-2320-280-24PNever mix radial tires and bias ply tires.W A R N I NGAlways apply parking brake and chock opposite wheel beforeremoving wheel. Avoid removing wheel when vehicle is onsloping terrain. Injury to personnel or damage to equipment mayresult.Remove only the inner group of nuts when removing a wheelfrom the vehicle. Removing the outer nuts which hold the rimtogether while the assembly is inflated could result in seriousinjury or death.Radial and Bias ply tires should not be mixed on the samevehicle. Injury to personnel or damage to equipment may result.NOTECheck tire size designator on sidewall for tire constructionidentification:36 X 12.50-16 .5 LT-Bias ply37 X 12.50R16.5LT-Radiala. Removal1. Lumen eight lug nuts (2), but do not remove.2. Raise and support corner of vehicle (para. 8-2).3. Remove eight lug nuts (2) securing wheel (1) to geared hub (3) and remove wheel (1).Ib. InstallationNOTEInstall lug nuts with fingers to full engagement. If nuts resistfinger tightening, discard nuts. Examine studs for damage andreplace if damaged (para. 6-14).The radial tire is nondirectional and can be used in either position.1. Install wheel (1) on geared hub (3) with eight lug nuts (2).2. Remove support and lower corner of vehicle (para. 8-2).3. Tighten eight lug nuts (2) to 90-110 lb-ft. (122-149 N m) in tightening sequence shown.8-6
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