TM 9-2330-238-14
4-42. HYDRAULIC LINES AND FlTTINGS MAINTENANCE (Con’t).
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c.
INSTALLATION OF HYDRAULIC LINE
1.
Insert externally threaded end of line (6) in tee (7) on axle assembly (5) and tighten until snug.
2.
Insert intemally threaded end of line (6) through hole in base (8) on tandem axle.
3.
Place slotted clip (1) in groove on end of line (6) and press down until clip stops.
4.
Insert tube (3) in line (6) and screw tube fitting nut (2) into line until snug.
5.
inspect for leaks (subpara a).
d. REMOVAL OF TUBE FITTINGS
1.
Unscrew tube fitting nut (2) from tube fitting.
2.
Cut tube (3) with hacksaw or tube cutter, making sure end is smooth and cut squarely with tube wall. Remove
tube fitting nut (2) and compression sleeve (4) from tube. Discard compression sleeve.
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e.
INSTALLATION OF TUBE FITTINGS
1.
Place tube fitting nut (2) and new compression sleeve (4) on tube (3) and insert end of tube in recess in fitting
body.
2.
Hold tube (3) at bottom of recess and tighten tube fitting nut (2) until sufficient pressure is placed on
compression sleeve (4) to prevent leakage.
3.
inspect for leaks (subpara a).
FOLLOW-ON TASKS:
• Bleed hydraulic brake system (para 4-37).
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