TM 5-3895-373-20CHAPTER 5EXHAUST SYSTEM MAINTENANCEPara PageGeneral Maintenance Procedures ..................................................................................................... 5.1 5-1Replace Exhaust Muffler and Pipes ........................................ .......................................................... 5.2 5-25.1. GENERALMAINTENANCEPROCEDURES.All unit level maintenance shall be performed inaccordance with good and safe shop practices. Observethe following general instructions and requirements whenperforming exhaust system maintenance.a. Thread locking compound is used with mostthreaded fasteners. If a threaded fastener will not breakloose, heat threaded area of fastener from 500° to 600°F(232° to 315C) with heater gun. If the special solventused to remove thread locking compound from screwthreads fails to remove buildup, discard fastener.b. Inspect all removed components for obviouswear or damage. Replace all worn, bent, broken, orotherwise damaged parts.c. Inspect all removed fasteners for threaddamage. If thread damage is found, replace fastener.Replace flat washers if galled or bent. Use screwextractor set (Item 15, Appendix E) to remove brokenstuds or screws.d. Use only authorized replacement parts. Referto TM 53895-373-24P, Repair Parts and Special ToolsList (RPSTL) for authorized replacement parts.e. Torque values cited in the text apply tomodified SAE Grade 8 fasteners at required clampingloads.f. Observe all warnings and cautions. Wearprotective clothing and equipment as specified. Observethe Safety and Hazard Warnings provided in TACOMtechnical bulletin TB 43-0216.5-1
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