TM 2320-280-20-3
11-117. SHELTER CARRIER TAlLGATE REPLACEMENT
This task covers:
a. Removal
b. Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
Applicable Models
Personnel Required
M1037, M1042, M1097, M1097A1, M1097A2
One mechanic
One assistant
Tools
General mechanic’s tool kit:
Manual References
automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)
TM 9-2320-280-24P
Materials/Parts
Four locknuts (Appendix G, Item 63)
1. Remove four locknuts (9), washers (2), capscrews (1), and washers (2) from right and left tailgate
chain assemblies (10) and tailgate (8). Discard locknuts (9).
2. Remove six nuts (3), washers (4), capscrews (7), tailgate (8), and shims (6) from tailgate mounting
brackets (5).
b. Installation
1. Install shims (6) and tailgate (8) on tailgate mounting brackets (5) with six capscrews (7),
washers (4), and nuts (3). Tighten capscrews (7) to 26 lb-ft (35 N-m).
2. Install right and left tailgate chain assemblies (10) on tailgate (8) with four washers (2), cap-
screws (1), washers (2), and locknuts (9). Tighten capscrews (1) to 15 lb-ft (20 Nom).
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