TM 9-2320-273-20
STEERING MECHANISM.
10-21. PITMAN ARM MAINTENANCE (Continued).
LOCATION/lTEM
ACTION
REMARKS
B. INSPECTION OF MATING SURFACES.
4. Pitman arm (7) and steering
Inspect mating surfaces
If pitman arm is damaged,
gear shaft (9).
for:
replace. If shaft is damaged,
a. Burrs.
replace steering gear or refer
b. Gouges.
problem to Direct Support
c. Uneven or excess
Maintenance.
wear.
C. INSTALLATION.
5. Pitman arm (7) and
steering gear shaft (9).
6. Nut (2) and bolt (8).
7. Drag link (4), nut (6),
and new cotter pin (5).
a. Aline marks (1) and (3).
b. Insert wedge to open arm
slightly.
c. Drive on with mallet.
d. Check that marks are still
alined.
Screw on. Tighten to 400 Ib-ft
(542 N•m) with torque wrench.
a. Install.
b. Torque nut to 120 Ib-ft
(163 N•m).
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