3-53. MUFFLER SUPPORT BRACKET MAINTENANCE
This task covers:
a. Removal
c.
Assembly
b. Disassembly
d. Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools
General mechanic’s tool kit:
automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)
Materials/Parts
Four locknuts (Appendix G, Item 106)
Manual References
TM 9-2320-280-24P
Equipment Condition
• Muffler and insulator removed (all models except
M1123 and “A2” series vehicles) (para. 3-48).
• Muffler and catalytic converter removed (M1123
and “A2” vehicles only) (para. 3-49).
TM 9-2320-280-20-2
3-96
Change 2
a. Removal
Remove two locknuts (1), washers (2), and support bracket assembly (3) from transfer case (4). Discard
locknuts (1).
c. Assembly
1.
Install two insulators (7) in mounting bracket (11).
2.
Install two washers (6) between mounting bracket (11) and support plate (10) with two washers (6),
capscrews (5), washers (8), and locknuts (9). Tighten locknuts (9) to 15 lb-ft (20 N•m).
NOTE
Hold bolt heads on transfer case secure to prevent changing torque
or damaging transfer case seal.
b. Disassembly
1.
Remove two locknuts (9), washers (8), capscrews (5), washers (6), mounting bracket (11), and
washers (6) from support plate (10). Discard locknuts (9).
2.
Remove two insulators (7) from mounting plate (11).
d. Installation
NOTE
Hold bolt heads on transfer case secure to prevent changing torque
or damaging transfer case seal.
Install support bracket assembly (3) to transfer case (4) with two washers (2) and locknuts (1). Tighten
locknuts (1) to 15 lb-ft (20 N•m).
