TM 5-5420-226-20-3
TRACK LINK REPLACEMENT (Sheet 2 of 3)
NOTE
Position link to be replaced between
compensating idler wheel and road
wheel No. 1. Disconnect track at
link to be replaced
It will be
necessary to remove end connectors
and centerguide on both sides of
link.
REMOVAL:
1.
Using 15/16 inch socket with ratchet,
loosen bolt (A) securing wedge (B) to end
connector (C).
2.
Using hammer, tap wedge (B) to loosen
it.
3.
Remove bolt and wedge. Discard bolt (A)
and wedge (B).
4.
Repeat steps 1 thru 3 to remove bolt and
wedge at opposite side of track.
5.
Put hook (D) of track end connector puller and
pump behind end connector (C).
6.
Aline studs (E) of track end connector puller
and pump with shoe pins (F).
7.
Pump handle (G) until end connector (C)
comes off.
8.
Repeat steps 5, 6, and 7 to remove
opposite end connector.
Go on to Sheet 3