MWO 5-2330-360-23-1
10. MODIFICATION P4OCEDURE FOR M870 BRAKE (BENDIX) (Continued).
Figure 17.
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Replace Slack Adjusters. Refer to TM 5-2330-360-14&P.
NOTE
Release brakes. Cage if necessary.
CAUTION
When using hammer to tap off slack adjuster, try not to strike "S" cam shaft-to-axle
mounting bracket, If bracket is struck during slack adjuster removal, inspect base of bracket
for cracks. If required straighten bracket and repair cracks by welding.
(1) Refer to Figure 17.
(a) Loosen clevis jam nut (1).
(b) Remove cotter pin (2), clevis pin (3), retainer ring (5), and slack adjuster (6) from camshaft (4). lean and
dispose of cotter pin, clevis pin, and slack adjuster as described in paragraph 8d. Clean and set aside
retaining ring for reuse.
(c) Remove the brake chamber clevis rod end (7) and dispose of in accordance with paragraph 8d.
Figure 18.
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