TM 10-3950-206-12
Section XIV. PROPELLER SHAFT MAINTENANCE
solvent. Dry thoroughly with compressed air.
4-60. Propeller Shaft
(2) Inspect capscrews for wear and damaged
a. Removal.
threads. Replace as required.
(1) Remove lockwire from screws (2 and 13,
(3) Inspect the splines of the yokes.
If
appreciable wear or scoring is evidenced, replace the
(2) Remove four capscrews (2) that secure
propeller shaft assembly.
shaft to transmission.
Note. Appreciable wear is defined as that
(3) Remove four capscrews (13) that secure
sufficient to allow a 15-25 degree angle of radial
shaft to axle.
movement of the propeller shaft assembly when
b. Disassembly.
installed. Continued use of a worn assembly may result
(1) Remove four capscrews (2), lockwashers
in damage to the components of the carrier drive train.
(4), and cross and bearing assembly (1).
d. Installation.
(2) Bend down tabs on lockplates (10) and
(1) Install the propeller shaft in the reverse
remove four capscrews (9), lockplates (10), and cross
order of removal.
Use new lockplates (10) and
and bearing assembly (12).
lockwires.
(3) Separate shaft (8) from yoke (3) and
(2) Lubricate in accordance with current
remove dust cover (7), washers (5) and felt washer (6).
lubrication order.
c. Cleaning and Inspection.
(1) Clean all parts with an approved cleaning
ME 3950-206-12/4-45
1.
Cross & brg assy
6. Felt washer
11. Lube fitting
2.
Capscrew (8)
7. Dust cover
12. Cross & brg assy
3.
Yoke
8. Shaft
13. Capscrew (4)
4.
Lockwasher (8)
9. Capscrew (4)
5.
Washer (2)
10. Lock plate (2)
Figure 4-45. Propeller shaft assembly, exploded view.
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