TM 5-3805-261-34WHEEL AND TIRE MAINTENANCE. (cont)7-2.TireRemoval.(Sheet 2 of 5)REMOVALWARNINGAll air must be exhausted from tire.Check the valve stem by running a pieceof wire through it to make sure that it isnot plugged.1.Remove valve cap (1, Figure 7-1) and exhaust airfrom tire.2.Using pneumatic tire valve repair tool, removevalve core (2).3.Using a hammer and pry bars, remove lockring (3).4.Using a tire iron, break seal between tire bead andwheel rim around entire circumference of tire, insertingpieces of spare metal stock to prevent tire from reseatingitself on wheel rim.5.Using pry bars, remove flange (4).6.Remove and discard preformed packing (5).WARNINGWeight of wheel and tire assembly isapproximately 485 lbs. for the front wheeland 430 lbs. for the rear wheel. Usesuitable hoist and sling for lifting. Failureto do so may cause INJURY. If you areinjured, seek medical aid immediately.Go to Sheet 37-4Figure 7-1.
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