3-28. FUEL TANK FILLER CAP AND SPOUT MAINTENANCE
This task covers:
a. Removal
d.
Fuel Filler Chain Removal
b. Inspection
e.
Fuel Filler Chain Installation
c. Installation
a. Removal
1.
Unscrew filler cap “T” handle (7) and remove filler cap (6) from filler spout (12).
2.
Detach cap chain clip (8) from filler spout (12) and remove filler cap (6).
3.
Disconnect vent line (1) from fitting (2).
4.
Remove three locknuts (3), washers (4), capscrews (5), and washers (4) from spout mounting ring (9).
Discard locknuts (3).
5.
Loosen clamp (17) securing filler spout (12) to hose (18).
6.
Remove locknut (13), washer (14), capscrew (16), washer (14), and clamp (15) from filler spout (12).
Discard locknut (13).
7.
Push filler spout (12) out of spout mounting ring (9) and remove filler spout (12) from hose (18).
8.
Remove fitting (2) from filler spout (12).
9.
Using handle (10), remove screen (11) from filler spout (12).
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools
General mechanic’s tool kit:
automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)
Materials/Parts
Four locknuts (Appendix G, Item 58)
Sealing compound (Appendix C, Item 44)
Manual References
TM 9-2320-280-10
TM 9-2320-280-24P
Equipment Condition
Fuel tank drained (para. 3-24).
General Safety Instructions
Do not perform this procedure near fire, flames, or
sparks.
b. Inspection
Inspect screen (11) for damage, debris, or blockage. Replace if damaged or if debris or blockage is
detected.
TM 9-2320-280-20-2
WARNING
Diesel fuel is highly flammable. Do not perform this procedure
near fire, flames, or sparks. Severe injury or death will result.
c. Installation
1.
Apply sealing compound to fitting (2) and install fitting (2) on filler spout (12).
2.
Align filler spout (12) with hose (18) and push filler spout (12) into hose (18).
3.
Install filler spout mounting ring (9) to body with three washers (4), capscrews (5), washers (4), and
locknuts (3).
4.
Secure hose (18) to filler spout (12) and tighten clamp (17).
5.
Secure filler spout (12) to body with clamp (15), washer (14), capscrew (16), washer (14), and locknut (13).
Tighten locknut (13) to 6 lb-ft (8 N•m).
6.
Apply sealing compound to fitting (2) and connect vent line (1) to fitting (2).
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