TM 5-3805-254-34
12-10. TIE-ROD MAINTENANCE.
This Task Covers:
a. Removal
d. Assembly
b. Disassembly
e. Installation
c. Cleaning and inspection
Initial Setup:
Materials/Parts:
Tools/Test Equipment:
· Detergent (Item 5, Appendix B)
General mechanic's tool kit
Grease (Item 10, Appendix B)
Field automotive shop set
Dry cleaning solvent (Item 23, Appendix B)
General Safety Instructions:
Two cotter pins
Two lockwashers
Dry cleaning solvent is flammable and must not be
used near open flame. Use only in a well-ventilated
area.
a. REMOVAL
NOTE
Both tie-rod ends are removed In the same manner. Left tie-rod end shown.
1. Remove cotter pin (2) and slotted nut (1) from tie-rod end (5). Discard cotter pin.
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