TM 5-5420-228-24
HEU OR EARLY MODEL TONGUE CYLINDER REPAIR (Sheet 2 of 5)
2.
Using 7/16 inch socket, remove two grease
fittings (B).
3.
Using snap ring pliers, remove two retaining
rings (C).
4.
Using hammer and punch, remove pin (D).
5.
Retract tongue piston rod (E) until rod end
connector (F) is clear of support (G)
(TM-10).
6.
Relieve hydraulic pressure (page 3-71).
7.
Insert pin (D) through rod end connector
eye (H).
8.
Have another technician use piston rod
wrench on flats of piston rod (E).
9.
While second technician holds piston rod (E) from turning use pin (D) as a lever, turn rod end connector (F)
counterclockwise and remove.
10. Remove pin (D).
11. Using masking tape, tape threads on end of
piston rod (E).
12. Using cross-tip screwdriver, remove four
screws (J).
13. Remove retainer plate (K).
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