TM-9-2320-260-34-2
TRUCK, 5-TON, 6X6, M809 SERIES (DIESEL)
TECHNICAL MANUAL; DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE; VOLUME 2 OF 2
JULY 1994
TM-9-2320-260-34-2 - Page 35 of 863
TM 9-2320-260-34-2
13-4. FIFTH WHEEL MAINTENANCE (M815) (Contd)
b. Cleaning and Inspection
1. Clean fifth wheel (2) with steam cleaner. Allow to air dry.
WARNING
Drycleaning solvent is flammable and will not be used near open
flame. Use only in well-ventilated places. Failure to do so may
result in injury to personnel.
2. Clean locking arms (5) and screws (4). Dry with clean rag.
3. Inspect locking arms (5) for bends and cracks. Replace locking arms (5) if bent or cracked.
4. Inspect fifth wheel (2) for bends, cracks, or broken welds. Repair if cracked or broken
(TB 9-2300-247-40). Repair fifth wheel (2) if welds are broken (TM 9-237).
1.
Position two locking arms (5) on fifth wheel (2) and install with two screws (4) and new locknuts (1).
2.
Install two new cotter pins (3) in two locking arms (5) and fifth wheel (2).
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