Spicer Tandem Drive Axles Service Manual D170, D190, and D590 Series - Manual (Page 71)

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Housing Breather
Housing Breather
Spicer has an axle breather that consists of a fitting, hose
and clamp assembly. This breather design has improved
resistance to water ingestion, clogging caused by dirt, ice or
snow buildup around the base of the breather. See installation
instructions below (all views from rear).
1. Install fitting in breather hole.
2. Tighten fitting finger tight.
3. Using a 3/4” wrench:
• Metal only: Rotate the fitting at least 1/2 turn
until nipple points to rear.
• Plastic only: Tighten until one thread is showing.
4. Insert hose onto fitting, long end down.
5. Push hose firmly against fitting. Rotate hose to point
down.
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