TM 9-2320-260-34-1
3-50. CYLINDER LINERS AND CYLINDER BLOCK MAINTENANCE (Contd)
NOTE
Do not use wire brush to clean cylinder liners.
37. Steam clean cylinder liner (1) or wash in hot water and detergent to remove rust, scales, and
corrosion. Tag cylinder liner (1) for replacement if excessively rusted or corroded.
WARNING
Compressed air source will not exceed 30 psi (207 kPa). When
cleaning with compressed air, eyeshields must be worn. Failure to
wear eyeshields may result in injury to personnel.
38. BlOW cylinder liner(s) (1) dry with compressed air.
39. Coat liner (1) generously with clean engine oil and let stand 5-10 minutes. Wipe dry. Repeat
application of oil and wiping until black or grey residue no longer appears on towel.
NOTE
Cylinder liners must be checked at 60-70 F (16-21 C). New
cylinder liners with lubrite finish may be 0.0002-0.0006 in.
(0.0051-0.0152 mm) smaller than indicated due to lubrite coating.
40. Using telescoping gage, measure liner bore (2). Tag cylinder liner (1) for replacement if
measurement exceeds 5.5050 in. (139.827 mm).
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