TM 5-1940-322-24
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FUEL TANK REPLACEMENT (Contd)
WARNING
Diesel fuel is flammable. Keep fuel away from open flames and
keep fire extinguisher within reach when working with fuel. Do not
work on fuel system while engine is hot. Fuel can ignite by
contacting hot engine. Failure to comply may result in death or
injury to personnel.
CAUTION
Cap or plug all hoses, connections, and openings immediately after
disconnection to prevent contamination. Remove caps or plugs prior
to installation. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.
NOTE
Two personnel or suitable lifting device is required for removal and
installation of fuel tank.
Have container ready to catch fuel.
REMOVAL
1.
Remove fifty-two rivets (1) from center deck plate (2). Discard rivets (1).
2.
Remove center line deck plate (2) and rubber seal (3) from deck (4). Discard rubber seal (3) if
damaged.
3.
Remove two screws (16), washers (15), locknuts (14), and fuel tank bracket (17) from fuel tank
compartment (20). Discard locknuts (14).
4.
Loosen nuts (9) and disconnect two fuel return lines (10) from elbows (8).
5.
Remove hose clamp (6) and vent hose (5) from fuel tank vent (7).
6.
Disconnect fuel level sending unit lead wire (12) from fuel level sending unit (11).
7.
Remove fuel tank (18) and rubber pads (13) from fuel tank compartment (20). Replace rubber
pads (13), if necessary.
8.
9.
Remove elbows (8) from fuel tank (18).
10.
INSTALLATION
1.
2.
3.
Apply coat of sealing compound to threads of elbows (8).
4.
Install elbows (8) on fuel tank (18).
5.
Position fuel tank (18) and rubber pads (13) in fuel tank compartment (20).
6.
Connect fuel level sending unit lead wire (12) to fuel level sending unit (11).
7.
Secure fuel tank bracket (17) in fuel tank compartment (20) with two screws (16), washers (15), and
new locknuts (14).
8.
Install vent hose (5) on fuel tank vent (7) with hose clamp (6).
9.
Install two fuel return lines (10) on elbows (8). Tighten nuts (9).
10.
Apply coat of adhesive to rubber seal (3) prior to installation.
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