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INSTALL COCKPIT CONTROL TRANSFER CONNECTING LINKS
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INSTALL PITCH AND THRUST TRANSFER
CONNECTING LINKS
1.
If pitch connecting link (1) is a replacement,
loosen nut (2) of adjustable end. Turn bearing
(3) 90º to bearing (4). Torque nut to 110
inch-pounds.
FLIGHT SAFETY PARTS
This is an installation critical flight
safety part. All aspects of its assembly
and installation must be ensured.
Ensure that both rod end jam nuts are
installed and torqued.
Ensure that the rivet through the fixed
rod end bearing is secure.
At installation of this component,
ensure proper attaching hardware
(impedance type bolt, nut, and
washers) is installed including
verification of bolt head orientation,
torque, and installation of cotter pins.
Loose attachments within flight control
primary linkage will degrade aircraft
control. Missing components will
cause loss of control.
2.
Position link (1) in access (5), bearing (3) aft.
Move link aft and down into access. Move link
forward about 12 inches under right side of
control assembly (6).
3.
Working from passageway, remove cotter pin
(7.1), nut (7), two washers (8 and 9), and bolt
(10) from bellcrank (11).
4.
Position link (1) in bellcrank (11). Install bolt (10),
two washers (9 and 8), and nut (7) in bellcrank.
Do not torque nut at this time.
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