TM 5-4320-300-146-7. CYLINDER HEAD AND BLOCK (CONT)Location/ItemActionRemarksCLEANING/INSPECTIONOF CYLINDER BLOCK54. Cylinder blockRemove all plugs (except cup plugs) and oldplugsgasket material from block.WARNINGLive steam used for cleaning shall not exceed 100 psi (690 kPa). Use goggles orface shield for eye protection. Do not direct live steam against skin.Compressed air used for cleaning shall not exceed 100 psi (690 kPa). Usegoggles or face shield for eye protection. Do not direct airstream against skin.55. Cylinder blockClean block with live steam. Make sure oilpressure testgalleries, air box floor, and air box drainopenings are thoroughly cleaned. Dry blockwith compressed air. Pressure test block.WARNINGSevere burns, illness, or death may result if personnel fail to handle diesel fuelproperly. Observe the following precautions:·Do not inhale vapor.·Work in a well-ventilated area.·Do not use near open flame, sparks, or excessive heat.56. Seal ringWipe with clean VV-F-800 diesel fuel and drygrooveswith compressed air. Inspect grooves for pittingand corrosion.6-41
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