TM 5-3805-254-34
15-27. TAILGATE RELEASE LEVER AND LINKAGE REPLACEMENT.
This Task Covers:
a.
Removal
c.
Installation
b.
Cleaning and Inspection
Initial Setup:
Materials/Parts:
Tools/Test Equipment:
Dry cleaning solvent (Item 23, Appendix B)
· General mechanic's tool kit
· Four cotter pins
Personnel Required: Two
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
1.
Remove cotter pin (5), clevis pin (3), and clevis (4) from hook (6). Discard cotter pin.
2.
Remove clevis (4) and nut (2) from pull rod (1).
3. Count number of threads showing at end of pull rod (1), then remove nut (2) from pull rod.
TA704174
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