M16 Maintenance Manual TM9-1005-319-23.pdf - CombatRifle.net

ARMY TM 9-1005-319-23&P
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2-14. BOLT ASSEMBLY (CONT).
a. DISASSEMBLY (CONT)
WARNING
To avoid injury to your eyes, use care
when removing and installing springloaded
parts.
4. Remove punch, be sure to catch cartridge
elector (5) and ejector spring (6) to prevent loss
b. CLEANING
CAUTION
Do not distort extractor spring assembly during cleaning.
Clean all Items (operator’s manual). Remove carbon deposits.
c. INSPECTION/REPAIR
1. Check bolt rings (1) for damage and proper stagger
(gaps approximately 3 turn apart).
2. Inspect for cracks or damage, especially around bolt
cam pin hole (2) and locking lugs (3). If cracked or
damaged evacuate to support maintenance.
3. Inspect cartridge extractor (4), extractor spring
assembly (5), and extractor pin (6) for cracks,
breaks, chips, and other damage. Pay close
attention to cartridge extractor lip (7). If damaged,
replace.
4. Inspect cartridge ejector (8) and ejector spring (9) for
cracks, breaks, and chips If damaged, replace.
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