TM 55-1520-240-23-3
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INSPECT FORWARD LANDING GEAR
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INITIAL SETUP
Applicable Configurations:
All
Tools:
Technical Inspection Tool Kit, NSN 5180-00-323-5114
Magnetic Particle Method
Materials:
None
Personnel Required:
Inspector
References:
TM 1-1520-253-23
Task 1-72
Equipment Conditions:
Battery Disconnected (Task 1-39)
Electrical Power Off
Hydraulic Power Off
Access Panel Open (Task 2-2)
NOTE
This procedure is same for left or right
forward gear.
1.
Check seal of shock strut (1) for hydraulic leaks.
There shall be no leaks.
2.
Check shock strut (1) air pressure and extension
(Task 1-71).
3.
Inspect shock strut piston tube (3) for corrosion.
4.
Inspect tube (3). There shall be no cracks,
scoring or pitting. If a crack on the surface
of the strut piston is suspected, refer to TM
1-1520-253-23.
5.
Inspect torque arm (4). There shall be no cracks
or excessive play. Permit up to 0.015 inch axial
play after lubrication. This play will not affect the
normal operation of the landing gear. If a crack
on the surface of the torque arm is suspected,
refer to TM 1-1520-253-23.
FOLLOW-ON MAINTENANCE:
None
END OF TASK
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