TM 9-2320-280-20-2
4-80. BATTERY TRAY MAINTENANCE
This task covers:
a. Removal
c. Preventive Modification
b. Cleaning and Inspection
d. Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools
General mechanic’s tool kit:
automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)
Manual References
TM 9-6140-200-14
TM 9-2320-280-24P
Materials/Parts
Equipment Condition
Four locknuts (Appendix G, Item 58)
Battery holddown removed (para. 4-78).
Sodium bicarbonate (Appendix C, Item 49)
a. Removal
Remove four locknuts (6), washers (2), capscrews (1), washers (2), and battery tray (3) from battery box (5).
Discard locknuts (6).
b. Cleaning and Inspection
NOTE
For additional information on battery box tray cleaning, refer to
TM 9-6140-200-14.
1. Clean battery tray (3) with baking soda solution.
2. Inspect battery tray (3) for damage. Replace if damaged.
3. Inspect battery cable protectors (4) and battery compartment seals (7) for damage. Replace if damaged.
c. Preventive Modification
NOTE
The following step will prevent water from accumulating in the
battery tray.
Refer to hole diagram for location of holes.
Locate, mark, and drill four 1/2 inch holes in battery tray (3).
d. Installation
Install battery tray (3) on battery box (5) with four washers (2), capscrews (1), washers (2), and locknuts (6).
Tighten locknuts (6) to 6 lb-ft (8 Nm).
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