a. Removal
b. Installation
TM 9-2320-280-20-3
12-159. MORTAR BARREL STOWAGE BRACKET REPLACEMENT
This task covers:
a. Removal
b. Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
Applicable Models
Personnel Required
M998, M998A1, M1038, M1038A1
One mechanic
Tools
One assistant
General mechanic’s tool kit:
Manual References
automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)
TM 9-2320-280-10
TM 9-2320-280-24P
Materials/Parts
Tape (Appendix C, Item 50)
Equipment Condition
Three locknuts (Appendix G, Item 58)
Tailgate lowered (TM 9-2320-280-10).
1. Unlatch strap (1) from bracket (6).
2. Remove three locknuts (4), washers (3), capscrews (7), washers (3), bracket (6), and washer (5) from
wheelhouse (2). Discard locknuts (4).
3. Remove tape from bracket (6).
1. Apply tape to bracket (6).
2. Install washer (5) and bracket (6) on wheelhouse (2) with three washers (3), capscrews (7).
washers (3), and locknuts (4). Tighten locknuts (4) to 6 lb-ft (8 N•m).
3. Latch strap (1) to bracket (6).
FOLLOW-ON TASK: Raise tailgate (TM 9-2320-280-10).
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