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REPLACE TRIM VANE RELEASE Continued
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2.
Manually move upper edge of trim vane (1) forward and rearward to check trim vane for excess movement in stowed
position. If trim vane moves too much or is not secure in stowed position, go to Step 3.
3.
Remove cotter pin (2) and pin (3) from clevis rod end (4) and bracket (5). Loosen nut (6) and turn clevis rod end to
change length of extension linkage. Tighten nut. Retain cotter pin until adjustments are complete.
4.
Install clevis rod end (4), pin (3), and retained cotter pin (2) on bracket (5). Check that extension linkage provides
overcenter lock in retracted position.
5.
Check trim vane (1) for excess movement in stowed position. If trim vane moves too much or is not secure in stowed
position, go to Step 6.
6.
Lower trim vane (see your -10) and secure in safe position for access to trim vane release handle (1).
7.
Lift and secure spring-loaded trim vane release handle (1) for access to internal parts.
8.
Remove cotter pin (2), straight pin (3), and clevis rod end (4) from trim vane release (5). Retain cotter pin until
adjustments are complete.
9.
Loosen nut (6) and turn clevis rod end (4) to change length of clevis rod. Tighten nut.
10. Install clevis rod end (4), straight pin (3), and retained cotter pin (2) on trim vane release linkage (5).
11. Check that trim vane release linkage (5) provides overcenter lock in retracted position. Repeat adjustment procedure for
clevis rod ends on extension linkage and trim vane release, if necessary.
12. Remove and discard retained cotter pin (7) from pin (8) on extension linkage clevis rod end (9). Install new cotter pin (7).
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