TM 9-2350-277-34
REPLACE ENGINE Continued
0015 00
a.
Clean transmission drive coupling (1) and engine flywheel spline (2). Apply antiseize compound.
b.
Hit the front end of the crankshaft (1) two or three times with a large plastic mallet, driving the crankshaft towards
the rear or flywheel-housing end of engine (2). Striking the crankshaft will reduce the oil film on the thrust washers
and provide a more accurate reading.
c.
Apply constant pressure on the crankshaft (1) towards the rear engine mount.
0015 00-20