Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains SECTION WA Wheels, Axles & Chains Table of Contents General Instructions............................................................................. WA-3 Main Frame Information..................................................................... WA-4 Drive Chain Maintenance.................................................................... WA-4 Drive Chain Removal............................................................................
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual SECTION WA Wheels, Axles & Chains Table of Contents Removing the Idler Shaft (Vanguard & Vanguard2)........................ WA-29 Idler Shaft Inspection........................................................................... WA-31 Installing the Idler Shaft (Conquest 8& 6, Response,Bigfoot........... WA-33 Installing the Idler Shaft (Avenger & Frontier Models) Supplement Pages..............................
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains SECTION WA Wheels, Axles & Chains Table of Contents Removing a Tire.....................................................................................WA-55 Wheel Disassembly................................................................................ WA-55 Tire Pressure...........................................................................................WA-55 TireInspection.................................................................................
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual General Instructions Detailed information on standard workshop and safety procedures, and general servicing operations is not included in this manual, which has been prepared to assist qualified service personnel. ODG assumes no responsibility or liability for PERSONAL INJURY or VEHICLE DAMAGE which results from any servicing procedure performed, including those instructions outlined in this manual.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains Main Frame Information Vanguard Frame Prior to S/N S8131 Frame does not have front tube design Vanguard2 Frame from S/N SN7841 (1995) Introduced Vanguard2 /Hydraulic Brakes Front Tube Frame Design (not threaded for bearing extensions) Vanguard Frame from S/N S8131 (1995) Updated to Vanguard2 parts & frame but with mechanical brakes Front Tube added to frame design but not threaded for bearing extensions until S/N S8153 Vanguard2 Frame from S/N SN8138 (1995)
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual Drive Chain Installation Drive Chain Lubrication Drive Chain Removal 1. Perform the servicing procedure, Removing the Firewall in section VB of this guide. 2. Remove the front and rear floorpans. On 8x8 models manufactured prior to serial numbers CB16049 & RB16104, or 6x6 models prior to serial numbers SN1019 & S10178: i. Locate the chain you wish to remove and release the spring holding the chain tensioners together. Photo WA-1 ii.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains Drive Chain Removal On 8x8 models manufactured from serial numbers CB16049 & RB16104, or 6x6 models from serial numbers BF9212, SN10191 & S10178: i. Turn the tensioner cam assembly in the direction which winds up the torsion spring and push the assembly down as close as possible to the cam follower block in the bottom of the frame. Secure it in this position with a Vice-Grip 10CR as illustrated in DIAGRAM WA-5. ii.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual 3. If the chain requires replacing, perform the servicing procedure, Drive Chain Removal. 4. Perform the servicing procedure, Inspecting the Chain Tensioner System. 5. If drive chain inspection is complete, replace the floor pans. Drive Chain Installation On 8x8 models manufactured prior to serial numbers CB16049 & RB16104, or 6x6 models prior to serial numbers SN10191 & S10178: 1.
Argo Service Manual 3. Wheels, Axles & Chains Replace the outside plate and spring clip. The open end of the clip must face rearward when it is on top of the chain. Photo WA-10 Earlier vehicles used an open ended spring clip. New models have a closed ended spring clip. Face this rearward as well. 4. Remove the vice-grips and connect the chain tensioner spring between the upper and lower chain tensioner arm. Photo WA-11 5. Reinstall firewall and floorpans.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual 4. Remove the vice-grips, securing the cam assembly in its lowest position. 5. With the wheels raised up off the ground, reach under the slider block assembly and pull it up into the highest position that the chain will allow. See DIAGRAM WA-15 on page WA-11 6. Replace the firewall and floor pans. Drive Chain Lubrication Maintenance Information - Lubricate every 10 hrs. of vehicle operation.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains Chain Tensioner Inspection (Earlier Style) On 8x8 models manufactured prior to serial numbers CB16049 & RB16104, or 6x6 models prior to serial numbers SN10191 & S10178: This chain tensioning system consists of an upper and lower chain tensioner arm which is supported by a pivot pin secured between the outer and inner frame channel.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual Chain Tensioner Inspection (Later Style) On 8x8 models manufactured from serial numbers CB16049 & RB16104, or 6x6 models from serial numbers C12747, BF9212, SN10191 & S10178: This chain tensioning system consists of a torsion spring loaded cam assembly with a slider block which takes up the slack on the bottom side of all but the front final drive chains. As the chain wears, the chain tensioning mechanism adjusts semi-automatically.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains Replacing the Slider Block: 1. Remove the floor pans and the appropriate drive chain. 2. Turn the tensioner cam assembly in the direction which winds up the torsion spring and push the assembly down as close as possible to the cam follower block across the bottom of the frame channels. Clamp it in this position with a Vice-Grip 10CR or similar plier as illustrated in DIAGRAM WA-16 3.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual 2. Locate the required chain take up system and remove the tensioner spring. Photo WA-18 3. Remove the cotter pin which secures the chain tensioner system to the vehicle frame. Photo WA-19 WA-18 WA-19 4. Slide out the pivot pin which holds the chain tensioner assembly together. Photo WA-20 5. Pull the upper and lower assembly from the vehicle and collect the remaining components of the assembly. These include a spacer and spacer spring.
Argo Service Manual 7. Wheels, Axles & Chains Inspect the upper and lower tensioner arms for any cracks or bends and warping. A twisted or bent tensioner arm can cause uneven wear on the block, or cause the spring that tensions the 2 halves together to inadvertently pop off during vehicle operation. Replace as required. Disassembling the Chain Tensioner System On 8x8 models manufactured from serial numbers CB16049 & RB16104, or 6x6 models from serial numbers C12747, BF9212, SN10191 & S10178: 1.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual WA-26 6. WA-27 Slip the one torsion spring off the cam, and remove the second torsion spring from the frame assembly by removing the cotter pin that secures it. Photo WA-27 Assembling the Chain Tensioner System On 8x8 models manufactured prior to serial numbers CB16049 & RB16104, or 6x6 models prior to serial numbers SN10191 & S10178: If the nylon slider block needs replacing: 1. Place the tensioner arm on to a solid surface, such as the top of a vise.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains WA-30 WA-31 5. Place the bushing, spring, lower tensioner arm and upper tensioner arm on to the pivot pin as you push the pivot pin through. Photo WA-31 6. Insert end of pivot pin into the frame bushing and align the cotter pin holes. 7. Insert the cotter pin and bend over with a pair of needle nose pliers. Photo WA-32 8. Press the upper and lower tensioner arms together. Make sure that the faces of the nylons slider blocks are up against the chain.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual If the Chain tensioner is being installed on an inside chain: Photo WA-35 1. Insert the end of the pivot pin with the cotter pin hole through the inner channel of the vehicle frame. WA-35 2. Place bushing, lower tensioner arm, upper tensioner arm and spring on to the pivot pin as you push the pivot pin through. 3. Insert end of pivot pin into the frame bushing and align the cotter pin holes. 4.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains WA-37 5. WA-38 Insert the extended length of the torsion spring, assembled to the cam, into the hole of the welded tab on the frame. Photo WA-39 At the same time, place the same side of the cam's shaft into the tensioner systems guide. WA-39 WA-40 6. Push the previously inserted side of the cam to the bottom of the guide and raise the opposite side to insert over the extended length of the second torsion spring on the bushing side. Photo WA-40 7.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual WA-42 WA-43 WA-44 WA-45 Idler Chain Maintenance Regular maintenance of the idler chains is essential to good vehicle performance and personal safety. Poorly maintained idler chains can result in rusted, corroded or seized up chains, damaged brake discs, worn or broken idler shaft assemblies, and costly repair procedures. 1. Every 20 hours of vehicle operation, perform the servicing procedure, Idler Chain Inspection. 2.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains Idler Chain Removal Idler Chain Cleaning Idler Chain Inspection Idler Shaft Inspection Idler Shaft Installation Idler Chain Adjustment Idler Chain Lubrication Idler Chain Removal 1. Perform the servicing procedure, Removing the Firewall. 2. Loosen off the power pack frame On 6x6 vehicles manufactured prior to S8131, locate and loosen off the four 1/2"20x1.5" power pack frame mounting bolts. Refer to Section 4.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual WA-47 WA-48 4. Place the vehicle in neutral gear and roll the vehicle until the connecting link on the idler chain is half way between the brake disc sprocket and the idler assembly sprocket. Photo WA-48 5. Using a small slot screwdriver, pry off the clip securing the connecting link to the chain. The left hand side idler chain may prove easier to remove if the driven clutch is removed first.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains 3. Allow the idler chain to dry. 4. Perform the servicing procedure, Idler Chain Inspection 5. Perform the servicing procedure, Idler Chain Installation 6. Perform the servicing procedure, Idler Chain Lubrication Idler Chain Inpsection The idler chains will stretch and wear after extensive vehicle use.
Wheels, Axles & Chains 5. Argo Service Manual Perform the servicing procedure Installing the Firewall. Idler Chain Installation 1. Rotate the power pack adjustment bolts. This will lower the brake disc sprocket toward the idler sprocket assembly. See the servicing procedure, Idler Chain Removal on Page WA-20 step 3. 2. Place the transmission in neutral. 3. Feed one end of idler chain under the idler assembly sprocket. It may be necessary to roll the vehicle forward or backward to achieve this.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains 10. Tension the idler chains 6x6 Models prior to S7304 will require a 3/4" socket on the adjustment bolt head to raise the power pack frame. On 6x6 models produced from S7304 and prior to S8131, use an allen head wrench to turn the adjustment bolts clockwise. This will raise the back end of the power pack frame and begin to tension the idler chains.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual 1. Perform the servicing procedure, Removing the Firewall. 2. Check the deflection of the idler chain. If it deflects more than 1/8", adjust the tension immediately. 3. Loosen off the power pack frame. On 6x6 vehicles manufactured prior to S8131, locate and loosen off the four 1/2"20x1.5" power pack frame mounting bolts. Refer to Section 4.0 Power Pack Assembly Illustration in the appropriate parts manual.
Argo Service Manual 8. Wheels, Axles & Chains Perform the servicing procedure, Installing the Firewall. Removing the Idler Shaft (Conquest, Response, Bigfoot & Conquest 6x6) IMPORTANT Idler shafts on Conquest, Response, Bigfoot & 6x6 Conquest models manufactured from S/N CB16970, RB17033, BF11543 & V6016200000C12747, utilize 1 retaining ring on each shaft. These are seated to a machined groove on each of the shafts.
Wheels, Axles & Chains 9. Argo Service Manual With the set screws removed, pry the idler axle until it slides freely by hand within the inner and outer bearing. Photo WA-53 WA-52 WA-53 On vehicles manufactured prior to S/N CB16970, RB17033 and BF11543: i. Remove the hardware securing the flanges of the inner and outer bearings. Photo WA-54 ii. Slide the idler shaft assembly towards the inner bearing, and lift up and out at the outer bearing and flange assembly. Photo WA-55 WA-54 WA-55 iii.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains On vehicles manufactured from S/N CB16970, RB17033, BF11543 and C Vehicles: Argos manufactured from the above serial numbers utilize a retaining ring on each idler axle shaft. The left hand side idler axle shaft has 1 retaining ring which is “outboard” to the floating double sprocket. The right hand side idler axle shaft has a retaining ring which is “inboard” to the floating double sprocket.
Wheels, Axles & Chains WA-61 Argo Service Manual WA-62 Removing the Idler Shaft (Vanguard & Vanguard2 Models) Idler shaft assemblies on Vanguard and Vanguard2 vehicles are 1 piece assemblies. There is no floating sprocket. IMPORTANT When replacing 6x6 Vanguard idler axle assemblies, as in any ARGO vehicle component, it is extremely important to always refer to the correct vehicle parts manual. Refer to the vehicle serial & model plate number and use the corresponding parts manual.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains 5. Perform the servicing procedure, Idler Chain Removal. 6. Perform the servicing procedure, Removing the Brake Disc in section BR. (Optional, if you find it easier to access the idler shaft). 7. Perform the servicing procedure, Drive Chain Removal. Remove the front drive chain connecting the front wheel to the idler axle, as well as the drive chain connecting the center wheel to the idler axle. Photo WA-63 8.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual On vehicles manufactured from S10178 & SN10191: i. Remove the 4 nuts and lockwashers at the flange assembly securing the inner and outer idler axle bearings. 11. Slide the idler shaft assembly towards the inner bearing, and lift up and out at the outer bearing and flange assembly. Photo WA-67 WA-67 12. Remove the assembly to a clean work area and separate all components.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains Inspect the idler shaft thoroughly for: bends rust or corrosion cracks or breaks in the welding joints. (Vanguard and Vanguard2 only) If any of these conditions are noted, replace the idler shaft immediately. Inspect all the idler shaft fittings for: seized or worn bearings loose set screws at the bearings loose inner or outer flanges Replace any seized or worn bearings.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual 1. Begin by applying anti-seize compound along the spline of the idler shaft, as well as at both ends where inner and outer bearings are installed. 2. Assemble a flange to both inner and outer bearing mount studs on the lower frame. Photo WA-68 3. Place a gasket to each of the previouly installed flanges. Photo WA-69 WA-68 WA-69 On vehicles manufactured prior to S/N CB16970, RB17033 and BF11543: i.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains WA-73 WA-72 v. Install the idler shaft assembly into the vehicle. Slip the inner bearing end of the shaft in first, then drop the outer bearing end connecting bearing and flanges to the studs. Photo WA-74 IMPORTANT Ensure that the greasable flanges are installed with the greaseable fitting facing up. Photo WA-75 WA-74 WA-75 vi. Install all bearing flange hardware and tighten securely. Torque to specifications vii.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual x. Align the 2 set screw holes of the inner bearing, with the lower part of the spline on the idler shaft. Apply blue 242 LOCTITE to the holes, as well as the threads of the set screws, and install. Torque to specifications. Photo WA-77 On vehicles manufactured from S/N CB16970, RB17033, BF11543 & V6016200000C12747: WA-77 Left Hand Side Idler Axle i.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains WA-81 ii. WA-82 Slip the greasable flange to the same side as the sprocket. Photo WA-82 iii. Slip the inner bearing on to the shaft with the set screws and collar facing towards the sprocket. Photo WA-83 iv. Install a greasable flange and the outer bearing to the opposite side of the shaft, once again facing the collar and set screws of the bearing inwards. Photo WA-84 v. Install the idler shaft assembly into the vehicle.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual vi. Install all bearing flange hardware and tighten securely. Torque to specifications. vii. Seat the "outboard" and "inboard" retaining rings to the grooves on the idler shaft. If Idler shaft has (4)four machined retaining ring grooves, refer to Supplement Pages WA- 36A for correct retaining ring groove location. viii. Align the 2 set screw holes of the outer bearing with the 2 machined countersinks of the idler shaft. See photo WA-76 on page WA-34.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains 11. Perform the servicing procedure, Installing the Firewall in section VB. Installing the Idler Shaft (Vanguard & Vanguard2 Models) IMPORTANT 6x6 Vanguard and Vanguard2 idler axles, unlike those used on Conquest, Response, Bigfoot or Conquest 6x6, have a distinct left and right hand side. When replacing an idler axle, keep this in mind and order accordingly. 1. Place the inner flange to the studs located beneath the power pack frame. Photo WA-88 2.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual On vehicles manufactured from S10178 & SN10191 both inner and outer flanges are greasable. Earlier models only utilize the greasable flange at the inner bearing. WA-92 WA-93 6. Install the idler shaft assembly into the vehicle. Slip the inner bearing end of the shaft in first, then drop the outer bearing end, connecting bearing and flanges to the studs. Photo WA-93 7. Install all mounting hardware to the flanges and tighten securely.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains 10. Place the V block and square on to the idler shaft, pushing the square up against the inner drive sprocket. Photo WA-94 WA-94 WA-95 11. Tap the idler shaft using a soft face mallet until the square contacts the upper sprocket. Photo WA-95 12. Once aligned, the idler shaft must be drilled at the two bearing set screw locations of the inner bearing. Using a 3/16" drill bit, drill the idler shaft axle using the set screw hole as a guide.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual Before installing the hydraulic caliper(Vanguard2), make sure that the brake caliper pistons and pads are spread far enough apart to accommodate the thickness of the brake disc when the caliper is slipped back into position, and remounted to the transmission. 19. Perform the servicing procedure, Installing the Driven Clutch, (left side idler shaft only), in section CS. 20.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains Removing an Axle (Without Bearing Extension) 1. Locate the axle to be removed and perform the servicing procedure, Removing the Drive Chains. 2. Locate the bolt threaded to end of the axle at the inner bearing and remove. Photo WA-98 6x6 Vanguard vehicles manufactured prior to S/N S7447 do not utilize axles with this end bolt design. WA-98 3. Remove the 2 set screws from the inner bearing collar. Photo WA-99 4.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual 6. Remove the tire from the axle. 7. Pull the axle from the vehicle. If necessary use a soft faced mallet to knock the axle at the hub, from behind. Photo WA-102 8. Retrieve the drive sprocket from inside the vehicle once the axle has been completely removed from the vehicle. 9. Remove the axle assembly to a clean work bench for further disassembly 10. Remove gaskets and flanges. 11.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains 3. Clean the cavity of the greasable flange in a varsol bath to remove any accumulated dirt and grease. 4. Blow the greasable flange with compressed air to thoroughly dry and remove any remaining dirt. Installing the Axle Seals 1. Before you can install the new seal to the greasable flange, you must debur the area in which the grease seal was staked. Use a small pencil die grinder to remove the staked area. Photo WA-105 Do not debur the flange excessively.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual WA-108 WA-109 On dual seal greasable flanges: There are 2 different styles of grease seals used in the dual seal outer bearing greasable flange. Photo WA-108 These grease seals are differentiated in size & by 2 part numbers. Assemble the seals into the flange accordingly referring to the illustration in your corresponding parts manual. 1.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains 3. Slip the outer bearing greasable flange over the axle shaft. Photo WA-112 4. Slip the outer bearing over the axle shaft, orienting it with the collar facing up. Photo WA-113 5. Align the flat machined surface closest to the sprocket end of the axle, with the set screw hole of the bearing. Apply 242 blue LOCTITE to the threads of the set screw and install. Torque to specifications. Photo WA-114 6. Install the second set screw as above. 7.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual 10. Place a cork gasket on to the outer flange. Photo WA-117 11. Place the inner flange on top of the cork gasket. Photo WA-118 12. Place a second gasket to the top of the inner flange. Photo WA-119 13. Assemble the 4 carriage bolts to the outer flange and install the axle assembly into the lower body and frame. Orient the greasable fittings so that the outer grease fitting is at the 9 o'clock position, and the inner one is at12 o'clock.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains WA-122 WA-123 16. Tighten down the hardware of both inner and outer bearing flanges. Torque to specifications. 17. Secure the sprocket to the axle shaft. Line up the countersink in the axle shaft with the set screw in the sprocket. Apply blue 242 LOCTITE to the threads of the set screw and tighten. Torque to specifications. Photo WA-123 (All front drive sprockets are floaters and do not require the set screw.) 18.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual 20. Perform the servicing procedure, Outer Axle & Bearing Lubrication 21. Perform the servicing procedure, Inner Axle Bearing Lubrication Outer Axle Flange & Bearing Lubrication Do not use high pressure pneumatic greasing equipment Each outer axle flange is equipped with two grease fittings.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains 23. Perform the servicing procedure, Installing the Drive Chain. Removing an Axle (With Bearing Extension) Response, Bigfoot and Conquest 6x6 vehicles, are manufactured with a cast aluminum bearing extension assembled to the front axles. The Conquest 8x8 model utilizes these extensions at both front and rear axles. The same procedure used for removing a standard axle, can be used for removing an axle with a bearing extension.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual 1. Assemble the axle as shown in Photo WA-127 2. Install the axle assembly into the lower body and extension. Orient the greasable fittings so that the outer grease fitting is at the 9 o'clock position, and the inner one is at 12 o'clock. Photo WA-128 3. Locate the drive sprocket and slip it on to the axle with the set screw hole facing to the inside. Align the spline of the axle with the machined countersinks, with the set screw hole in the drive sprocket.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains Removing the Bearing Extension 1. Perform the servicing procedure, Removing an Axle (With Bearing Extension). 2. Locate and remove the 6 bolts and flat washers securing the extension to the frame. Photo WA-131 3. Remove the extension. 4. Remove any old gasket that may still be present on the lower body from the previous extension. Clean the area thoroughly before assembling the new extension to the lower body frame.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual 2. Fasten the extension to the lower body. Torque ot specifications. Photo WA-135 3. Perform the servicing procedure, Installing an Axle (With Bearing Extension). Removing the Inner Bearing 1. Perform the servicing procedure, Removing an Axle, steps 1through 8. The axle needs to be pulled from the inner bearing to be serviced.
Argo Service Manual 2. Wheels, Axles & Chains Place a gasket to the top of the greasable flange. Photo WA-138 Vehicles manufactured from serial numbers A13984, R20470, C20468 & B13985 do not require this inner gasket due to a tooling change to the inner flange assembly. 3. Place regular flange to the top of the gasket. Photo WA-139 WA-138 4. WA-139 Assemble the bearing and flange assembly to the inner frame channel and secure with the appropriate hardware. Orient the grease fitting facing up.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual Removing a Tire 1. Loosen each of the wheel nuts on the tire. 2. Raise the vehicle off the ground and remove all 5 wheel nuts. 3. Pull the tire from the vehicle. Wheel Disassembly IMPORTANT Proper tools are required for tire removal 1. Remove the valve core to deflate the tire. 2. Break both tire beads loose. If it is difficult to break the bead, apply a soap and water solution or tire mounting lubricant to the rim periphery.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains Tire Inspection Maintenance Schedule - Inspect every 25 hours of vehicle operation. Inspect the tires for: • proper tire inflation pressure • valve stem condition • good bead contact with rim • loose wheel nuts • cuts, puntures, excessive wear, etc. • leakage around the tire seal • bead damage • damaged wheel rims and wheel hubs Replace damaged or worn tires immediately.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual Wheel Reassembly Be sure the rim is clean and smooth 1. Apply lubricant to the bead and rim bead seat. Never use petroleum or silicon based solutions as lubricants. Rim slippage, bead damage or dislodging of the bead may result. Regular tire lube or a thin liquid soap and water solution works best. 2. Work the bead over the rim flange with tire irons, small sections at a time. 3. Turn the tire over and work the other side on.
Argo Service Manual 4. Wheels, Axles & Chains Inflate the tire to remount the bead. See servicing procedure, Wheel Reassembly in this section of the service guide. Wheel Installation 1. Apply anti-seize compound to the threads of the axle hub studs. 2. Place the wheel on to the mounting studs. 3. Install the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nut facing into the rim. 4. Tighten the nuts in a clockwise direction and torque to specifications. 5. Lower the vehicle to the floor.
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Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains Assembling The Idler Shafts To The Vehicle (Avenger Models Prior to 25622) 1. Apply some LOCTITE anti-sieze compound to each end of the 810-32 idler shafts . Right Hand Idler Shaft 2. 15A Install a 606-72 idler sprocket to a 81032 idler shaft. Install it with the collar of the sprocket facing up. Photo 15A Next, install a 101-20 greasable flange followed by a 101-35 bearing to the opposite end of the shaft.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual 101-35 bearing, 101-80 right angled greasable flange & 605-63 flange.. Photo 15E & F Secure Loosely with (4) flat washers and (4) nylon locknuts. 15E 15D IMPOR TANT IMPORT Avenger models manufactured from serial number V23216 have 90 degree greasable fittings oriented as follows: The left hand side, with the grease fitting located at the bottom, facing rearward, Photo 15E, and the right hand side located at the top, also facing rearward.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains There are 2 different lengths of grease tubing for the left and right hand side idler shaft assembly. See your Avenger parts manual for correct lengths. 15 H 15 I 4. Install the 100-111 bulk head fittings to the left and right side of the frame and connect the tube to the swivel grease fittings of the two inner bearings. Photo 15 I 5.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual Diagram A Diagram B Assembling Frontier Idler Shafts to Vehicle Installation of the 606-78 Idler Shaft assembly on ARGO Frontier models requires the assembly of a 107-10 Retaining Ring to each side of the 606-81 Idler Sprocket. These retaining rings help limit allowable movement of the idler sprocket under application.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains Diagram D Retaining Ring Locations For Conquest, Response and Bigfoot (810-59 Idler Shafts With (4) Retaining ring Grooves) DIAGRAM E DIAGRAM F Ontario Drive & Gear Limited WA-36A PH.(519)- 662-2840 FAX (519)- 662-2421 www.odg.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains Removing the Front Axle (Avenger Model) 1. Raise the vehicle off of the ground. 2. Remove the front tire. 3. Remove the firewall.Turn the quick release fastener located at the top of the firewall. Pull the top of the firewall rearward and into the drivers compartment. 4. Remove the front floor pan 5.
Wheels, Axles & Chains 9. Argo Service Manual Remove set screws at the inner bearing collar. 10. Loosen off the inner bearing flange hardware. 11. Remove the (4) nuts that secure the outer bearing greaseable flange. Photo WA-4 WA-4 WA-5 12. Using a soft faced hammer, tap the wheel hub from behind to remove the axle from the vehicle. Photo WA-5 & 6 The outer bearing, greasable flange,and axle will be removed as an assembly.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains Installing the Front Axle (Avenger Models) 1. Perform the servicing procedure, Installing the Axle Seals, in the Wheels, Axles & Chains section of the 673-04 Argo Service Guide. 2. Slip the greasable flange over the axle and slide it up close to the hub. Install the bearing to the shaft with the collar side facing up.
Wheels, Axles & Chains 6. Argo Service Manual Install a cork gasket at the front aluminum axle extension followed by a steel inner flange and second cork gasket. Photo WA-12 WA-12 WA-13 7. Apply some anti-seize compound to the spline area of the axle shaft. Photo WA-13 8. Slip the axle assembly into the front bearing extension. Photo WA-14 On the inside of the vehicle, prepare to install the front sprocket as the axle is pushed through to the inner bearing.
Argo Service Manual Wheels, Axles & Chains WA-16 WA-17 11. Secure with nylon locknuts and torque to specifications. Photo WA-18 WA-18 WA-19 12. Apply blue LOCTITE to the threads of the fastener (Photo WA-19), used to secure the end of the axle to the inner bearing and install. Photo WA-20 Torque to specifications. Refer to your illustrated parts manual for the breakdown of the hardware used. WA-20 The example front axle replaced in this procedure was on the left side of the vehicle.
Wheels, Axles & Chains Argo Service Manual 14. Turn the front tensioner cam assembly in the direction which winds up the torsion spring and push the assembly down as close as possible to the cam follower block across the bottom of the frame channels. Clamp it in this position with a Vice-Grip 10CR or similar plier as illustrated in WA-21 15. Perform the service procedure, Drive Chain Installation, found in the Wheels, Axle and Chains section of th 673-04 Argo Service Guide. WA-21 16.
