TM 9-2320-280-20-3
11-134. REAR STEPS STRIKER AND BRACKET MAINTENANCE
This task covers:
a. Striker Removal
d. Bracket Installation
b. Striker Installation
e. Bracket Adjustment
c. Bracket Removal
INITIAL SETUP:
Applicable Models
Manual References
M996, M996A1, M997, M997A1, M997A2
TM 9-2320-280-10
TM 9-2320-280-24P
Tools
General mechanic’s tool kit:
Equipment Condition
automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)
Rear steps lowered (TM 9-2320-280-10).
Personnel Required
One mechanic
One assistant
a. Striker Removal
Remove striker (5) from bracket (4).
b. Striker Installation
Install striker (5) on bracket (4). Tighten striker (5) to 60 lb-ft (81 N.m).
c. Bracket Removal
Remove four capscrews (1), washers (2), and bracket (4) from body (3).
d. Bracket Installation
Install bracket (4) on body (3) with four capscrews (1) and washers (2). Do not tighten capscrews (1).
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e. Bracket Adjustment
1. Loosen four capscrews (1) from bracket (4) and body (3) on opposite bracket (4) replaced.
2. Raise rear steps (TM 9-2320-280-10) and ensure rear step latches are engaged on strikers (5).
3. Press rear step assembly firmly against body (3), hold in place, and tighten eight capscrews (1) on
two brackets (4) and body (3).
4. Lower rear steps (TM 9-2320-280-10). Tighten eight capscrews (1) to 6 lb-ft (8 N.m).
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