TM 9-2320-279 -34-2
Frame Maintenance Instructions (Cont)
13-31. PLATE ASSEMBLY 2-INCH (51 MM) KINGPIN REMOVAL/iNSTALLATION (M983)
b. Installation.
(1) Install suitable lifting device to plate
assembly (1).
(2) Soldier A operates lifting device and
moves plate assembly (1) over
compensator assembly (2) guided by
Soldier B.
(3) Soldier A operates lifting device while
Soldier B alines shoes (3) with slots on
both sides of plate (4).
(4)
(5)
(6)
plate (4) and shoes (3) until hole in each
pin shows.
Install roll pin (6) in hole of each hinge
pin (5).
Remove lifting device.
Install two hinge pins (5) through
c. Follow-on Maintenance. Lubricate fifth wheel (LO 9-2320-279-12).
END OF TASK
13-32. PLATE ASSEMBLY 3.5-INCH (89 MM) KINGPIN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (M983).
This task covers:
a. Removal
c. Follow-on Maintenance
b. Installation
INITIAL SETUP
Models
M983 without crane
Test Equipment
None
Special Tools
None
Supplies
None
Personnel Required
MOS 63W, Wheel vehicle repairer (2)
References
None
Equipment Condition
TM or Para
Condition Description
None
Special Environmental Conditions
None
General Safety Instructions
None
Level of Maintenance
General Support
13-92
