TM9-2330-202-14&P - JATONKAM35s HOME ON THE WEB

TM 9-2330-202-14&P4-55. SHOCK ABSORBERS REPLACEMENT.This Task Covers:a. Removal b. Cleaning and Inspectionc. InstallationInitial Setup:Tools/Test Equipment: •Rag (Item 13, Appendix F)• General mechanic’s tool kit (Item 1, Appendix B) •Solvent, drycleaning (Item 15, Appendix F)• Common No. 1 tool set (Item 2, Appendix B) •Self-locking nut (2), MS21044N10 (M101A2, M101A3,and M116A2)Materials/Parts:•Self-locking nut (2), MS51922-53 (M116A2E1Detergent (Item 5, Appendix F)and M116A3)a. REMOVAL1. Remove two self-locking nuts (1) from upper and lower mounting studs (2 and 3). Discard self-locking nuts.2. Remove two recessed washers (4) and bushings (5), shock absorber (6), and two bushings (7) from upper and lowermounting studs (2 and 3).b. CLEANING AND INSPECTIONWARNINGDrycleaning solvent P-D-680 is toxic and flammable. Always wear protectivegoggles and gloves, and use only in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact withskin, eyes, and clothes, and DO NOT breathe vapors. DO NOT use near openflame or excessive heat.1. Clean upper and lower mounting studs and all mounting hardware except bushings with drycleaning solvent and ragand allow to dry.2. Clean bushings with detergent and water solution.4-108