FIRST CLUTCH MAINTENANCE - continued - TM-9-2320-386-24-1-20641

TM 9-2320-386-24-1-2

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FIRST CLUTCH MAINTENANCE (Contd)

CLEANING AND INSPECTION

NOTE

The first clutch backplate is a selective part marked by

number 4, 5, or 6. Identify and record backplate number if

inspection indicates need for replacement.

WARNING

Volatile mineral spirits burn easily and fumes can explode. Do not

smoke or allow flames nearby when using volatile mineral spirits.

Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death to personnel.

1. All metallic parts should be cleaned thoroughly with mineral spirits and dried with a lint-free rag.

2. Inspect backplate (4) for scratches, scores, burrs, and wear. Remove minor scratches and burrs with

crocus cloth. Measure thickness of backplate (4) (refer to table 1, First Clutch Backplate Thickness,

for proper measurement). Replace backplate (4) if damaged or worn less than minimum thickness.

Table 1. First Clutch Backplate Thickness.

THICKNESS

IDENTIFICATION

NO.

INCHES

MILLIMETERS

0.683 - 0.693

17.35 - 17.60

0.647 - 0.657

16.43 - 16.69

0.611 - 0.621

15.52 - 15.77

3. Measure thickness of internal-splined clutch plates (2) and (5). Replace-internal splined clutch

plate(s) (2) and (5) if thickness is less than 0.090 in. (2.29 mm).

4. Place external-tanged clutch plates (1) on clean, level surface. Measure distance from inside

diameter to level surface. Replace external-tanged clutch plate(s) (1) if distance is more than

0.010 in. (0.25 mm).

5. Inspect springs (8) for broken coils, wear, and discoloration due to overheating. Replace

spring(s) (8) if broken, worn, or discolored. Springs (8) should be solid yellow or solid orange with

yellow stripe. Using spring tester, check spring load (refer to table 2, First Clutch Spring Wear

Limits, for proper measurement). Replace spring(s) (8) if not within limits.

6. Inspect snapring (3), snapring retainer (7), and piston (9) for scratches, scores, burrs, and wear.

Remove minor scratches and burrs on travel and seal surfaces with crocus cloth. Replace if

damaged.

7. Inspect ring gear (6) teeth for burrs. Remove burrs with crocus cloth. Replace ring gear (6) if damaged.

Table 2. First Clutch Spring Wear Limits.

SPRING

FREE

COMPRESSED

LOAD

COLOR

LENGTH

LIMIT

3.59-4.81 lb

Solid Yellow

1.53 in. (38.9 mm)

1.01 in. (25.7 mm)

(16.0-21.4 N)

13.60-16.40 lb

Solid Orange

1.28 in. (32.5 mm)

0.95 in. (24.1 mm)

(60.5-73.0 N)

W/Yellow Stripe

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