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2-5. GENERAL INSPECTION AND REPAIR PROCEDURES.
During disassembly and assembly, the mechanic will perform a visual inspection of transmission-related components.
During inspection, look for the following conditions and take the appropriate indicated action:
l Check for stripped or damaged thread on retaining bolts, nuts, or studs. Repair threads or
replace bolts, nuts, or studs as necessary.
l Check for broken screws or bolts.
Drill and remove any portion of a broken screw or bolt remaining in the transmission,
transfer, or drive control assembly with a stud remover. Replace the broken screw or bolt.
l Check for bent, distorted, or damaged control rods and tubes.
Straighten, repair, or replace rods and tubes as appropriate.
l Check for rod ends that fit too loosely on retaining pins.
Readjust rod ends as specified in the appropriate procedure. Replace rod ends if bearing
wear is excessive.
l Check for improper alinement of control systems.
Adjust appropriate control linkages.
l Check for cracked, distorted, or damaged bellcrank and support assemblies.
Replace a required.
2-6. AFES CHECKOUT.
This Task Covers:
a. Engine AFES Check
b. Crew AFES Check
c. AFES Manual Discharge System Check
Initial Setup:
Tools/Test Equipment:
Equipment Conditions:
l General mechanics tool kit (Item 24, Appendix 1)
l Projectile rack assemblies moved to rear
of vehicle (refer to TM 9-2350-287-10).
M a t e r i a l s / P a r t s :
l MASTER switch set to ON (refer to
l Sealing compound (Item 63, Appendix D)
TM 9-2350-287-10).
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