TM 5-1940-322-24
0037 00
TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE MAINTENANCE (Contd)
NOTE
Both transmission control cables are replaced the same way. This
procedure covers replacement of one transmission control cable.
REMOVAL
1.
Remove tiedown straps as necessary.
2.
Remove two screws (1), cable clamp (2), two washers (12), and two locknuts (11) from bracket (13).
Discard locknuts (11).
3.
Pull sleeve (5) back on cable end (10) and disconnect from ball stud (6).
4.
Loosen nut (4) on cable (3).
5.
Remove cable end (10) and nut (4) from cable (3).
6.
Remove locknut (7), washer (8), and ball stud (6) from transmission control lever (9). Discard
locknut (7).
7.
Remove cable (3) from boat.
NOTE
Attach new cable to existing cable with tape to assist with
installation.
INSTALLATION
1.
Install cable (3) on boat.
2.
Install ball stud (6) on transmission control lever (9) with washer (8) and new locknut (7).
3.
Install nut (4) and cable end (10) on cable (3).
4.
Pull sleeve (5) back on cable end (10) and connect on ball stud (6).
5.
Secure cable (3) on bracket (13) with two screws (1), cable clamp (2), two washers (12), and two new
locknuts (11).
6.
Install throttle/transmission control head assembly (WP 0035 00).
7.
Secure cable (3) on boat with tiedown straps as necessary.
ADJUSTMENT
NOTE
Adjustment of cable requires two personnel.
1.
Loosen nut (4) on cable (3).
2.
Position sleeve (5) on cable end (10) and disconnect ball stud (6).
3.
Position throttle/transmission control head assembly in neutral (TM 5-1940-322-10).
4.
On transmission, position control lever (9) in neutral.
5.
Rotate cable end (10) to adjust cable length. Ensure cable travel is 3 inches.
6.
Position sleeve (5) on cable end (10) and connect ball stud (6).
7.
Tighten nut (4) on cable end (10).
8.
Install aft cockpit (WP 0016 00).
9.
Close engine hatches (TM 5-1940-322-10).
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