TM 5-4310-384-13
4-9.
CRANKSHAFT BEARINGS. This task covers:
a.
Disassembly.
b.
Assembly.
INITIAL SETUP.
a.
Tools. General Mechanic Automotive Tool Kit, T1 5180-00-177-7033; Basic Field Maintenance Automotive
Repair Shop Set, T2 4910-00-754-0705.
b.
Materials/Parts. None.
c.
Equipment Condition. Compressor disassembled (paragraph 4-7).
d.
General Safety Requirements.
WARNING
Observe all Warnings and Cautions
Never wear loose clothing or jewelry while inspecting or servicing equipment.
Beware of rotating shafts, pulleys and fans which could entrap personnel and cause serious injury.
CAUTION
Crankshaft must be supported in a suitable fixture when removing or installing bearings to prevent damage
to crankshaft.
DISASSEMBLY.
a.
Clamp crankshaft (1) in a suitable fixture.
b.
Using a suitable bearing puller, remove bearings (2) from crankshaft (1).
ASSEMBLY.
a.
Clamp crankshaft (1) in suitable fixture.
b.
Press bearings (2) onto crankshaft.
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