TM 5-3805-280-24-2
Cylinder Block, Liners, Pistons and Rods
INSPECT AND CLEAN CYLINDER BLOCK
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Before inspecting and cleaning cylinder block, remove all
of the following:
piston cooling orifices (A)
soft plugs (B)
oil galley plugs (C) (using JDG782 Oil Galley Plug Tool)
all external and internal mounted components (refer to
the proper group for removal procedures)
IMPORTANT: If block is cleaned in a hot tank, be sure
to remove any aluminum parts such as
nameplates (D). Aluminum parts can be
damaged or destroyed by hot tank
solutions.
1. Clean block thoroughly using cleaning solvent,
pressure steam, or a hot tank.
2. All passages and crevices must be clear of sludge, and
grease.
3. All coolant passages must be clear of lime deposits
and scale.
A--Piston Cooling Orifice
B--Soft Plug
C--Oil Galley Plug
D--Nameplate
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