TM 9-2320-272-10
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ENGINE SERVICE (Contd)
(2)
Removal (Contd).
(a)
Release latch (6) securing rear retaining strap (5) to hanger (11) and spread apart retaining strap
(5).
(b)
Release five latches (8) securing air cleaner body (7) to air cleaner manifold (4).
(c)
Remove air cleaner body (7), gasket (9), and element (10).
WARNING
Keep fingers out from under or directly above the locking end of securing latches during removal or
installation. Injury will result if fingers are caught under latches and/or if fingers are struck by latch when
unsnapped.
(b)
Position gasket (9) on air cleaner body (7) and install air cleaner body (7) over element (10) with
arrows on end of air cleaner body (7) pointing up.
(c)
Secure air cleaner body (7) to manifold (4) with five latches (8).
(d)
Secure rear retaining strap (5) to hanger (11).
(5)
Final Inspection. Start engine (para. 2-12) and press top of air cleaner indicator (3) to release red band.
If green band does not appear, report condition to unit maintenance.
(3)
Cleaning Element by Tapping
CAUTION
Do not strike ends of element on hard surface.
Damage will result
(a)
Hold element (10) so open end faces
ground.
(b)
Gently tap completely around element (1)
with hand to free trapped dirt.
(4)
Installation.
(a)
Position air cleaner element (1) in air
cleaner manifold (4) with closed end of element (10) facing
outward.
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