TM 5-2420-230-10
This Task Covers:
a. Removal
b. Installation
c. Follow-On Maintenance
INITIAL SETUP
References
Test Equipment
None
None
Equipment Conditions
Tools and Special Tools
TM or Para
Condition Description
Breaker bar, 1/2-in., BII, Item 3, Appendix B
Vehicle prepared for servicing (Do
Ratchet, 1/2-in., BII, Item 21, Appendix B
not install FEL maintenance arm).
Socket, 18 mm, BII, Item 28, Appendix B
Drawings Required
Materials/Parts
None
Rag, wiping, Item 8, Appendix D
Estimated Time to Complete
Personnel Required
30 min.
MOS 21J, Construction Engineer Operator (2)
Some belly plates weigh more than 50 lb. (23 kg). Use the aid of an assistant when removing larger
belly plates. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.
If engine is running while belly plates are removed, stay clear of air drier discharge. Skin
embolisms and/or debris in eyes can occur from released pressure. Failure to comply may result in
injury to personnel.
NOTE
All belly plates are removed and installed in the same way.
a. Removal.
Using ratchet/breaker bar and socket, remove
bolts (1), flat washers (2), spring washers (3), and
carefully lower belly plate (4).
b. Installation.
(1)
Clean holes and surface of belly plate (4)
using a rag.
Vehicle must be taken to Unit maintenance
to have spring washers replaced at first
opportunity. Failure to comply may result in
damage to equipment.
(2)
Using ratchet/breaker bar and socket, carefully raise belly plate (4) and install with spring washers (3), flat
washers (2), and bolts (1).
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