TM 9-2320-289-20
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CONNECTING ROD REPLACEMENT (Con’t).
b.
INSTALLATION
1.
Screw connecting rod sockets (5 and 8) onto sleeve (7) if removed. Tighten 2 nuts (3) to
40 Ib.-ft. (54 N•m).
NOTE
Ensure that shorter connecting rod socket (8) is installed on pitman arm
(9).
2
Install 2 grease fittings (4) if removed. Position connecting rod socket (8) on pitman arm (9)
and connecting rod socket (5) on steering arm (6), and install 2 nuts (1). Tighten nuts to
70 Ib.-ft. (95 N•m). Advance nuts as required to aline cotter pin (2) holes. Install 2 new cotter
pins.
FOLLOW-ON TASKS:
• Lubricate connecting rod sockets. (See LO 9-2320-289-12)
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