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2-36. GENERAL REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS (CONT)
g. Data Plate Removal.
WARNING
Wear appropriate eye protection when removing rivets. Failure to comply may result in injury
to personnel.
CAUTION
Use appropriate size drill bit when removing rivets.
Failure to comply may cause damage to
equipment.
Remove rivets and data plate from vehicle.
h. Blind Rivet Nut Removal.
WARNING
Wear appropriate eye protection when removing blind rivet nuts. Failure to comply may result
in injury to personnel.
CAUTION
Use appropriate size drill bit when removing blind rivet nuts. Failure to comply may cause damage to
equipment.
Remove blind rivet nut from vehicle.
2-37. GENERAL DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
a. Cleanliness. Work area must be as clean as possible to prevent contamination to components.
CAUTION
Self-locking fasteners that are loosened must be replaced, not tightened.
b. Locking Parts. Replace all lockwashers, cotter pins and self-locking nuts at time of reassembly.
c. Expendable Parts. All gaskets, preformed packings, and seals removed during repair must be discarded and
replaced with new parts.
d. Removing Seals. Be sure all traces of oil, gaskets and sealants are removed from components. When possible,
use wood or plastic probes and scrapers to prevent damage to machined surfaces.
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