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adjustment that is excessively loose
will cause pounding and contribute to
uneven tire wear, steering difficulties
and inefficient brakes. The bearing
adjustment should be checked at reg-
ular inspecthn intervals.
Front hhbs and bearings should be
cleaned,
inspected
and
lubricated
whenever the hubs are removed o r at
General Wheels
And
Tires Service
the mileageltime periods indicated in
the maintenance schedule.
New hub grease seals should be in-
stalled when the hub is removed. An
imperfect seal may permit bearing lu-
bricant to reach the brake linings re-
sulting in faulty brake operation and
necessitating premature cleaning or
replacement of linings.
TIRE INSPECTION
Incorrect wheel alignment can
cause tire wear. Abnormal or exces-
sive tire wear can also be caused by
wheelltire unbalance or incorrect tire
pressure. Typical tire wear patterns
are shown in Fig.
1.
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