TM 9-2320-280-20-3
11-42. WEAPON STATION HATCH REPLACEMENT
This task covers:
a. Removal
b. Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
Applicable Models
Materials/Parts
All models except M996, M996A1, M997,
RTV Sealant (Appendix C, Item 38)
M997A1, M997A2, M998, M998A1, M1035,
Locknut (Appendix G, Item 58)
M1035A1, M1035A2, M1037, M1038, M1038A1,
M1042, M1097, M1097A1, M1097A2
TM 9-2320-280-24P
General mechanic’s tool kit:
automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)
1. Remove capscrew (6) and washer (7) from hatch pivot bracket (9) and weapon station (1).
2. Remove locknut (10), washer (5), capscrew (4), washer (5), and hatch pivot bracket (9) from weapon
station (1). Discard locknut (10).
3. Slide hatch hinge pin (3) out from hatch pivot bracket (2) and remove weapon station hatch (8).
b. Installation
1.
2.
3.
NOTE
Some hatches may leak water. To prevent water leaks, install NSN 5330-01-190-2227
seal on hatch with RTV sealant.
Install weapon station hatch (8) with hatch hinge pin (3) in hatch pivot bracket (2).
Install hatch pivot bracket (9) on weapon station (1) with washer (5), capscrew (4), washer (5),
and locknut (10).
Install hatch pivot bracket (9) on weapon station (1) with washer (7) and capscrew (6). Tighten
locknut (10) and capscrew (6) to 37 lb-ft (50 N.m).
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