TM 5-4320-300-14
6-7. CYLINDER HEAD AND BLOCK (CONT)
Location/Item
Action
Remarks
51. Crankshaft,
Remove in accordance with paragraph 6-11.
main bearing
caps, and
shells
52. Cylinder block
Remove mounting bolts, lockwashers, gasket,
end plate
and end plate. Discard gasket. Remove all
traces of oil gasket material from both sides
of end plate.
CLEANING/INSPECTION
OF CYLINDER BLOCK
END PLATE
WARNING
Live steam used for cleaning shall not exceed 100 psi (690 kPa). Use goggles or
face shield for eye protection. Do not direct live steam against skin.
Compressed air used for cleaning shall not exceed 100 psi (690 kPa). Use
goggles or face shield for eye protection. Do not direct airstream against skin.
53. Cylinder block
Clean end plate with live steam and dry with
end plate
compressed air. Inspect both surfaces of end
plate for nicks, dents, scratches, score marks,
and warpage. Check plug nuts in end plate for
cracks or damaged threads.
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