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3.6.
MAIN LANDING GEAR WHEEL AND TIRE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION – continued
CAUTION
To prevent damage to wheel bearings,
tighten axle nut until a slight drag is felt.
(8) While rotating wheel, tighten axle nut (1) until
a slight drag in bearings can be felt. Use
adjustable wrench.
(9) Back off axle nut (1) one complete turn.
(10) While rotating wheel (2), retighten axle nut (1)
until a slight drag in bearings can be felt.
(11) Rotate wheel (2). Check for smooth rotation.
(12) Shake wheel (2). Check that all free play in
bearings and axle (3) is removed. Repeat
steps a.(8) thru a.(12) to remove free play.
(13) Back off axle nut (1) sufficiently to aline long
screw hole.
b. Install long screw (4) and washer (6) in axle
nut (1).
c. Install short screw (5) and washer (6) in axle
nut (1).
d. Lockwire screws (4) and (5) together. Use wire
(item 224, App F).
e. Inflate tire to 105 5 psi. Use nitrogen truck and
inflator assembly.
f. Inspect (QA).
g. Remove main landing gear jack (para 1.67).
END OF TASK
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