TM 5-3805-254-34
12-11. DRAG LINK MAINTENANCE.
This Task Covers:
a. Removal
d. Assembly l
b. Disassembly
e. Installation
c. Cleaning and Inspection
Initial Setup:
Equipment Conditions:
Materials/Parts:
Steering arm removed (see paragraph 12-5).
Detergent (Item 6, Appendix B)
Grease (Item 10, Appendix B)
Tools/Test Equipment:
Dry cleaning solvent (Item 23, Appendix B)
General mechanic’s tool kit
· One cotter pin
Field automotive shop set
Two lockwashers
General Safety Instructions:
Dry cleaning solvent is flammable and must not be used near open flame. Use only In a well-ventilated area.
a. REMOVAL
NOTE
Perform the following steps for removing drag link at left or right side of vehicle.
1. Remove cotter pin (3) and slotted nut (2) from end link (4). Discard cotter pin.
2. Remove end link (4) from upper steering arm (1) of steering knuckle (7).
3. Make alinement marks on adjusting sleeve (6) and two end links (4) or measure overall length of end links and
adjusting sleeve for assembly.
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