TM-9-2320-361-24-1

2-1/2 TON, 6X6, M44A2 SERIES TRUCKS

TECHNICAL MANUAL; FIELD AND SUSTAINMENT MAINTENANCE PART 1 OF 2

AUGUST 2006

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TM 9-2320-361-24-1

0040 00

0040 00-2

AIR COMPRESSOR SUPPORT AND GASKET REPLACEMENT (Contd)

REMOVAL

1.

Remove seven screws (5), washers (4), support (3), and gasket (2) from engine block (1). Discard

gasket (2).

2.

Remove all excess gasket (2) material from engine block (1) and support (3).

3.

Remove sealer from threads of seven screws (5).

INSTALLATION

1.

Apply a thin coat of sealing compound on threads of seven screws (5).

2.

Apply a thin, even coat of sealing compound on both sides of gasket (2).

3.

Install new gasket (2) and support (3) on engine block (1) with seven washers (4) and screws (5).

4.

Install air compressor (WP 0180 00).

5.

Connect battery ground cable (WP 0126 00).

6.

Lower and secure hood (TM 9-2320-361-10).

7.

Release parking brake and remove wheel chocks (TM 9-2320-361-10).