TM 9-2320-280-20-2
3-31. FUEL TANK HANGERS REPLACEMENT
This task covers:
a. Removal
b. Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools
Manual References
General mechanic’s tool kit:
TM 9-2320-280-24P
automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)
Equipment Condition
Materials/Parts
Fuel tank removed (para. 3-24).
Two locknuts (Appendix G, Item 106)
Adhesive (Appendix C, Item 1)
a. Removal
1. Remove two locknuts (3), washers (4), screws (5), and rear hangers (7) from supports (6). Discard
locknuts (3).
2. Twist two front hangers (9) until tee handles (2) clear slots (11) in supports (1) and remove front hangers (9).
N O TE
Perform step 3 for “A2” vehicles only.
3. Inspect four insulators (8) on front and rear hangers (9) and (7). Remove insulators (8) if damaged.
b. Installation
N O TE
Perform step 1 for “A2” vehicles only.
1. Install four insulators (8) on front and rear hangers (9) and (7) (if removed.)
2. Install two front hangers (9) by inserting tee handles (2) up through slots (11) in supports (1). Twist
hangers (9) so that tee handles (2) are resting across slots (11) against side of ridge (10).
N O T E
Apply adhesive to threads of screws.
3.
Install two rear hangers (7) on supports (6) with screws (5), washers (4), and locknuts (3).
Tighten locknuts (3) to 37 lb-ft (50
FOLLOW-ON TASK: Install fuel tank (para. 3-24).
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