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TM 9-2330-272-14
4-49. UPPER FIFTH WHEEL PLATE REPLACEMENT (LATE MODEL).
This Task Covers:
a.
Removal
b. Installation
Initial Setup:
Materials/Parts:
l Twelve locknuts
Personnel Required: Three
1.
Provide a balanced support for upper fifth wheel
plate (3).
2.
Remove 12 locknuts (1) and screws (2). Discard
locknuts.
3.
Remove upper fifth wheel plate (3) from under
semitrailer.
Tools/Test Equipment:
l General mechanic’s tool kit
l Common no. 1 shop set
b.
INSTALLATION
1.
Place upper fifth wheel plate (3) on a balanced support.
2.
Lift upper fifth wheel plate (3) into position under semitrailer and loosely install 12 screws (2) and new locknuts
(1).
3.
Ensure that upper fifth wheel plate (3) is flush against semitrailer. Tighten 12 locknuts (1).
FOLLOW-ON TASKS:
l Lubricate upper fifth wheel plate (Chapter 3, Section 1).
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