SHOCK ABSORBERS REPLACEMENT.

TM 9-2330-202-14&P

4-55.

SHOCK ABSORBERS REPLACEMENT.

This Task Covers:

Removal

Cleaning and Inspection

Installation

Initial 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 (M116A2E1

Detergent (Item 5, Appendix F)

and M116A3)

a. REMOVAL

1. 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 lower

mounting studs (2 and 3).

b. CLEANING AND INSPECTION

WARNING

Drycleaning solvent P-D-680 is toxic and flammable. Always wear protective

goggles and gloves, and use only in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with

skin, eyes, and clothes, and DO NOT breathe vapors. DO NOT use near open

flame or excessive heat.

1. Clean upper and lower mounting studs and all mounting hardware except bushings with drycleaning solvent and rag

and allow to dry.

2. Clean bushings with detergent and water solution.