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TM 9-2320-360-34-1
13-4. PITMAN ARMS REPLACEMENT (CONT)
c.
Cleaning/Inspection
WARNING
Dry cleaning solvent P-D-680 is toxic and flammable. Wear protective goggles and
gloves and use only in well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and
clothing, and don't breath vapors. DO NOT use near open flame or excessive heat.
The flash point is 100-138° F (38-59° C). If you become dizzy while using cleaning
solvent, get fresh air immediately and medical aid. If contact with eyes is made,
wash your eyes with water and get medical aid immediately.
(1)
Clean splines of steering gear and grooves of pitman arm with dry cleaning solvent.
(2)
Inspect splines of steering gear and grooves of pitman arm for damage.
WARNING
Compressed air for cleaning purposes will not exceed 30 psi (207 kPa). Use only
with effective chip guarding and personnel protective equipment (goggles/shield,
gloves, etc.).
(3)
Dry all parts with compressed air.
(4)
Check for loose steering gear mounting screws.
d.
Front Pitman Arm Installation
(1)
Coat inside surfaces of pitman arm (1)
with antiseize compound.
NOTE
Slot in drag link must align with slot
in pitman arm.
(2)
Install pitman arm (1) on drag link (2) with
screw (3), new lockwasher (4), and nut
(5).
NOTE
It may be necessary to raise front
axle to permit installation of drag
link.
(3)
Align timing marks on steering gear (6)
and pitman arm (1).
(4)
Position pitman arm (1) on steering gear
(6).
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