DRAWBAR LIFTING HANDLE/TOW RING/ADJUSTING PIN REPLACEMENT.

TM 9-2330-385-14

4-59. DRAWBAR LIFTING HANDLE/TOW RING/ADJUSTING PIN REPLACEMENT.

This task covers:

a. Removal

c. Installation

b. Cleaning/Inspection

d. Follow-On Maintenance

INITIAL SETUP

Tools and Special Tools

Materials/Parts

Tool Kit, General Mechanic's: Automotive

Adhesive (Item 3, Appendix E)

Locknut (8) (Item 24, Appendix I)

Brush, Wire (Item 1, Appendix J)

Pin, Cotter (Item 67, Appendix I)

Grinder, Electric, Portable

Pin, Cotter (2) (Item 69, Appendix I)

Jackstand (Item 24, Appendix J)

Equipment Condition

Lifting Device Minimum Capacity 425 lbs

Wheels chocked, (Para 2-20)

(193 kg)

Drawbar extended, (Para 2-10)

Multiplier, Torque (Item 29, Appendix J)

Drawbar extension stowed (if equipped),

Socket Set, 3/4 in. (Item 39, Appendix J)

Socket, Set Deepwell (Item 41, Appendix J)

Socket, 3 1/8 in. (Item 43, Appendix J)

Wrench, Torque (0 to 600 lb-ft [0-813 N.m])

Removal.

Drawbar weighs 425 lbs (193 kg), (850 lbs (386 kg) with drawbar extension, if equipped).

Attach suitable lifting device prior to removal to prevent possible injury to personnel.

(1)

Support drawbar (1) in level position on jackstand.

(2)

Remove four upper locknuts (2), screws (3) and two handles (4) and (5) from plate (6) and drawbar (1).

Discard locknuts.