TM 55-1905-223-24-8
3-20. Repair Connecting Rod Assembly (Low Pressure). (FIGURE 3-9)
This task covers: a. Disassembly, b. Repair, c. Assembly.
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Equipment Condition
Tool kit, general mechanic's,
Connecting rod assembly (low pressure)
removed from crankshaft (para. 2-20).
Materials/Parts
Connecting rod assembly P/N 110803
Cleaning solvent, Item 4, Appendix C
Wiping rags, Item 3, Appendix C
Lubricating oil, Item 5, Appendix C
DISASSEMBLY
a. Remove retaining rings (3, 6).
b. Push piston pin (5) out of side of piston (4).
c.
Pull piston (4) off connecting rod (1).
d. Remove bushing (2).
REPAIR
a. Clean all parts with solvent and clean rag.
b. Repair by replacing connecting rod assembly (1).
ASSEMBLY
a. Pre-lube all parts with clean oil before assembling.
b. Place piston (4) on connecting rod (1), and ensure that bushing (2) is in place.
c.
Slide piston pin (5) into piston (4) through connecting rod (1).
d. Insert and seat retaining rings (3, 6).
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