TM 9-2230-275-14&P
4-32. WHEEL ALIGNMENT.
This Task Covers: Aiinement
Initial Setup:
Equipment Conditions:
Tools/Test Equipment
l Dolly set parked on level surface with wheels
• General mechanic’s tool kit
straight ahead.
l Common no. 1 shop set
NOTE
Front wheels of dolly set are properly alined when dlstance between
corresponding points on inside front tire walls is 1/4 in. (6.35 mm) more in rear
than in front.
1.
Visually ensure that drawbar (2) is straight ahead in centered Position,
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NOTE
Tie-rod length is adjusted by turning tie-rod.
Make sure jamnuts are sufficiently ioosened as tie-rod is turned.
2.
Measure the distance between the fattest points on the inner tire sidewalls on front and rear of front tires.
3.
Turn one tie-rod (1) to lengthen or shorten length of tie-rod until measurements(D) are the same for front and
rear of front axle.
4.
Turn both tie-rods (1) equally until distance measured between both front tires at points 3 and 4 is 1/4 in. (6.35
mm) more at rear than in front.
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5.
While holding tie-rods (1) to prevent turning, tighten four jamnuts.
D + 114 in.
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FOLLOW-ON TASKS:
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• Adjust steering stops (M832 SN J089-001 thru
159 and J017-180 thru 350 only) (para 4-71).
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