TM 55-8145-201-14
4-34. FRONT PANEL REPAIR - cont.
b. Disassembly.
NOTE
Disassemble font panel only to the level required to replace defective
component(s).
(1) Using pin punch and hammer, drive out center of 32 rivets (10).
(2) Using portable drill and bit, drill out 32 rivets (10) and remove four angle plates (8, 9, 11, and 12) from
front panel (13).
(3) Using pin punch and hammer, drive out center of 36 rivets (16).
(4) Using portable drill and bit, drill out 36 rivets (16) from four angle plates (14, 15, 17, and 18).
c.
Cleaning.
(1) Wash all components with detergent and fresh water.
(2) Rinse all components with clean water and allow to air dry.
d. Inspection.
(1) Inspect long spacers (2 and 7) and short spacers (4, 5 and 6) for cracks, breaks and deformation.
(2) Inspect angle plates (8, 9, 11, and 1 2) for cracks.
(3) Inspect angle plates (14, 15, 17, and 18) for cracks.
(4) Inspect interior and exterior surfaces of front panel (13) for deep scratches, cracks, punctures and
delamination.
e. Repair.
(1) Replace defective components.
(2) If damaged, repair side panel (para 4-31).
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