Cleaning/Inspection. - TM-9-2815-224-34-P0203

TM 9-2815-224-34&P

Valve Mechanism Maintenance Instructions (Cont)

c. Cleaning/lnspection.

WARNING

Adhesives, solvents, and sealing compounds can burn easily, can give off harmful

vapors, and are harmful to skin and clothing. To avoid injury or death, keep away

from open fire and use in well-ventilated area. If adhesive, solvent, or sealing

compound gets on skin or clothing, wash immediately

with soap and water.

(1) Clean all camshaft parts with dry cleaning solvent.

WARNING

Compressed air used for cleaning purposes will not exceed 30 psi (207 kPa). Use

only with effective chip guarding and personal protective equipment

(goggles/shield, gloves, etc.).

(2) Dry parts with compressed air.

FEELER

GAGE

TA357702

(3) Inspect camshaft (1) for scratches or damage,

(4) Damaged keyways maybe filed smooth.

(5) Threaded holes may be retapped.

NOTE

Flat measurement must not exceed 0.003 in. (0.076 mm).

(6) Measure flat spots (2) on 12 cam lobes using a straight edge and 0.003 in. (0.076 mm) feeler gage.

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