MM40-107/30-107 COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH IPL
FOR MAIN WHEEL ASSEMBLY PART NO. 40-107 SERIES AND
MAIN BRAKE ASSEMBLY PART NO. 30-107 SERIES
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Feb 01/02
6.
SERVICING RETRACT MECHANISM (30-107C, 30-107D, 30-107E)
Refer to IPL Figure 10 for identification of brake assembly components.
W ith the exception of piston removal, corrosion or damage caused by external
(foreign objects), the retract mechanisms should not require service and/or
replacement.
If removal is required, caution must be taken and eye protection worn to avoid
injury since we are dealing with a preloaded spring stack.
6.1
Apply a slight amount of pressure to the brake system to prevent piston
rotation.
6.2
Remove safety wire (10-160) from retract mechanisms.
6.3
Remove retract mechanisms.
6.3.1
For Brake Assemblies equipped with retract stud assembly
(10-135):
6.3.1.1
Using a suitable wrench (3/8 inch [0.375]), loosen and
remove the retract mechanisms (10-135).
6.3.1.2
Remove spacer (10-130).
6.3.1.3
Inspect parts for corrosion. Lightly corroded parts may
be polished with a fine grit emery and coated with a light
film of oil or lubricant. Parts that are deeply corroded
and/or pitted must be replaced.
6.3.2
For Brake Assemblies equipped with retract stud assembly
(10-165):
6.3.2.1
Using a suitable allen wrench (5/32 inch [0.156]), loosen
and remove the retract mechanisms (10-135).
6.3.2.2
Inspect parts for corrosion. Lightly corroded parts may
be polished with a fine grit emery and coated with a light
film of oil or lubricant. Parts that are deeply corroded
and/or pitted must be replaced.
