TM 9-2320-387-24-l
I 6- 18. DIFFERENTIAL COVER MAINTENANCE
This task covers:
a. Removal
b. Cleaning and Inspection
c. Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools
General mechanic’s tool kit:
Manual References
TM 9-2320-387-24P
automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)
Maintenance and repair shop equipment:
automotive (Appendix B, Item 2)
Materials/Parts
General Safety Instructions
Drycleaning solvent is flammable and will not be
used near an open flame.
RTV silicone compound (Appendix C, Item 74)
Maintenance Level
Drycleaning solvent (Appendix C, Item 26)
Unit
NOTE
Have drainage container ready to catch fluid.
1 a. Removal 1
1.
Remove drainplug (3) from differential assembly (4) and drain differential assembly (4).
2.
Remove twelve capscrews (2) and cover (1) from differential assembly (4).
b. Cleaning and Inspection
WARNING
Drycleaning solvent is flammable and will not be used near an
open flame. A fire extinguisher will be kept nearby when the
solvent is used. Use only in well-ventilated places. Failure to do
this may result in injury to personnel and/or damage to equipment.
1.
Using drycleaning solvent, clean differential cover (11, twelve capscrews (21, and differential
assembly (4).
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2.
Inspect differential cover (1) for cracks, wear, or breaks. Replace cover (1) if cracked, worn, or
broken.
1.
Apply Rl’V sealant to sealing surface of cover (1) and install cover (1) on differential assembly (4)
with twelve capscrews (2). Tighten capscrews (2) to 16 lb-f% (22 Nom).
2.
Install drainplug (3) into differential assembly (4) and tighten drainplug (3) to 13-18 lb-R
(18-24 N-m).
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