TM 5-4320-300-14
6-9. VALVES, CAMSHAFT, AND TIMING GEARS (CONT)
Location/Item
Action
Remarks
f. Insert a length of 3/8
inch steel rod in cam-
shaft oil gallery and
drive remaining plug
out. Discard plugs.
CLEANING OF
CAMSHAFT AND
BALANCE SHAFT
WARNING
Severe burns, illness, or death may result if personnel fail to handle diesel fuel properly. Observe the
following precautions:
·
Do not inhale vapor.
·
Do not handle fuel near open flame, sparks, or excessive heat.
·
Be certain fuel lines and connections are secure.
·
Work in a well-ventilated area.
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.
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.
16. Camshaft and
Soak camshaft and balance
balance shaft
shaft in clean VV-F-800 diesel
fuel. Then run a wire brush
through the camshaft oil gallery
to remove any foreign material
or sludge. Clean exterior of cam-
shaft and balance shaft and blow
through the camshaft oil gallery
and oil holes with compressed
air. Clean all gears, bearings, and
related parts with diesel fuel and
dry them with compressed air.
NOTE
If a new camshaft is to be installed, steam clean it to remove the rust preventive and blow out the
oil passages with compressed air.
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