TM 9-2320-280-20-3
11-50. WEAPON STATION HATCH LATCH REPLACEMENT
This task covers:
a. Removal
b. Installation
lNITIAL SETUP:
Applicable Models
Tools
All models except M996, M996A1, M997,
General mechanic’s tool kit
M997A1, M997A2, M998, M998A1, M1035,
automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)
M1035A1, M1035A2, M1037, M1038, M1038A1,
M1042, M1097, M1097A1, M1097A2
Manual References
TM 9-2320-280-24P
NOTE
l Procedures for replacing the three hatch latches are basically
the same, except the hatch latch opposite the backrest side of
weapon station has a spacer. This procedure covers the hatch
latch with spacer.
l To increase latch tension, 3/8-in. (9.5 mm) flat washers may be
added between bottom of weapon station and any of the three
hatch latches.
Remove capscrew (2), washer(1), hatch latch (5), and spacer (4) from weapon station (3).
Install spacer (4) and hatch latch (5) on weapon station (3) with washer (1) and capscrew (2). Tighten
capscrew (2) to 37 lb-ft (50 N-m).
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