TM 55-1520-240-23-3
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INSPECT AFT LANDING GEAR SHOCK STRUT
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INITIAL SETUP
Applicable Configurations:
All
Tools:
None
Materials:
None
Personnel Required:
Inspector
References:
TM 55-1520-240-23P
Task 1-70
Task 2-18
Task 2-19
Task 2-343
Equipment Condition:
Battery Disconnected (Task 1-39)
Electric Power Off
Hydraulic Power Off
Aft Landing Gear Access Panels Open (Task 2-2)
NOTE
Damage other than minor, requires
replacement of attachment fitting
(Tasks 2-78 and 2-19).
Procedure is same for left and right
gear, left gear is shown.
1.
Inspect shock strut (1) for leaking seals. Fluid
will be visible on piston (2), or use hand to feel
for fluid.
2.
Inspect shock strut (1) and piston (2) for
corrosion. If there is corrosion, clean or repair as
needed (Task 2-343).
3.
Inspect shock strut (1) and piston (2) for fluid
level at filler plugs (3) (Task 1-70).
4.
Check piston (2) is extended and not bottomed
in strut (1).
5.
Inspect attaching bolts (4) at both ends of strut
(1) for looseness.
FOLLOW-ON MAINTENANCE:
None
END OF TASK
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