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INSPECT BRAKES (DISKS AND LININGS)
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4.
Have helper apply pressure to brake pedals (3).
5.
Measure distance between brake housing (4)
and disk (1). The distance shall not be greater
than 0.56 inch.
6.
Check for leaks. There shall be no leaks at
housing (4), tube (5), fittings (6), or forward brake
hose (7).
7.
Have helper release brake pedals (3).
8.
Check tube (5), fittings (6), and forward brake
hose (7) for damage. There shall be no gouges,
pinching, and chafing.
9.
Measure outer edge thickness of each brake
lining (8). No measurement shall be less than
0.03 inch.
FOLLOW-ON MAINTENANCE:
Install wheels (Task 3-12 or 3-12.1).
Remove jacks from helicopter (Task 1-23 or 1-24).
Close access panels (Task 2-2).
END OF TASK
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