REPAIR - TM-9-2320-285-24-10657

TM 9-2320-285-24-1

2-53. TRAILER BRAKE LINES AND COUPLINGS (CONT)

a. Trailer Brake Lines and Couplings (cont).

STEP

LOCATION

ITEM

ACTION

REMARKS

REPAIR

Hoses

a. Connector

Turn counterclockwise out of nut and hose

b. Nut

Turn clockwise and remove from hose

NOTE

Repeat steps 14a and 14b above to disassemble remaining connectors from hoses.

WARNING

Dry cleaning solvent (P-D-680), used to clean parts is toxic and flammable. Wear protective goggles and

gloves and use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes and don't

breathe vapors. Do not use near open flame or excessive heat and don't smoke when using it. Failure to

do so could cause seri- ous injury. If you become dizzy while using cleaning solvent, get fresh air and

medical attention immediate- ly. If contact with skin or clothes is made, flush with large amounts of

water. If contact with eyes is made, wash eyes with water and seek medical aid immediately.

c. Connector and

Clean

Use cleaning solvent P-D-680;

nut

allow to air dry. Use wire

brush to remove all hose

residue from connector and

nut

d. Hose

Cut to proper

Use new hose; use old hose to

length

determine proper length

required. Cut hose square

using fine tooth hacksaw

e. Nut

Screw counterclockwise onto hose until hose

bottoms

f. Connector

Screw clockwise into nut and hose and

tighten securely

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