(6) Check adjustment of front brake.

127. REAR WHEEL REPLACEMENT (figs. [83] and [84]).

a. Remove.

(1) Support vehicle on rear stand.

(2) Release mudguard rear stays. Loosen mounting nuts, and raise end of mudguard for wheel clearance.

RA PD 310253
Figure 84—Brake Rod Lock

(3) Remove the five wheel mounting socket screws which secure wheel hub to brake shell and sprocket assembly. Use vehicle kit wrench “S” and sleeve (handle) “C” ([fig. 11]). NOTE: Wrench can be inserted from left side through holes in hub, and wheel must be turned to bring each mounting screw directly to the rear of axle for accessibility.

(4) Use brake rod lock to set and lock brake to prevent brake shell and sprocket from coming off brake assembly while wheel is being removed. Apply brake pedal and shift brake rod lock against tool box bracket, securing lock in this position with wing nut ([fig. 84]).