TM 9-2320-272-24-4
5-73. EXTERIOR SIDE PANEL MAINTENANCE (Contd)
b. Cleaning and Inspection
1.
For general cleaning instructions, refer to para. 2-14.
2.
For general inspection instructions, refer to para. 2-15.
3.
Inspect five retainers (12), retainers (13), (5), and (6) for cracks and bends. If cracked or broken,
replace.
4.
Inspect bracket (3), retainers (9) and (10), and channel (11) for rust corrosion and breaks. If rusted
corroded, or broken, replace.
5.
Inspect molding (4), two ladder hangers (8), and side panel frame (2) for cracks, breaks, and
warpage. If cracked, broken, or warped, replace.
6.
Inspect skins (1) and (14) and lower skin (7) for tears and punctures. If torn or punctured, replace.
NOTE
l Perform steps 1 through 3 if skin was removed.
l Assistant will help with steps 1 through 3.
1.
Install lower skin (7) on side panel frame (2) with twenty-four new rivets (23).
2.
Install two ladder hangers (8) on side panel frame (2) with eight screws (22).
3.
Install skins (1) and (14) on side panel frame (2) with two hundred forty-eight new rivets (21).
NOTE
l Apply sealing compound to exterior joints for installation.
l Apply adhesive to rubber and metal surfaces for installation.
4.
Install molding (4) on doorway of side panel frame (2) with nine screws (18).
5.
Install new channel seal (19) on doorway of side panel frame (2).
6.
Install two new seals (16) and retainers (5) on side panel frame (2) with eighty-two screws (15),
nuts (17), and four screws (20).
7.
Install new seal (25) and bracket (24) on skins (1) and (14) and side panel frame (2) with one
hundred eighty-nine new rivets (26).
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