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To inspect the front skid plate for damage:
1. Visually inspect the front skid plate for tears, dents, or breaches (Figure 9).
NOTE
: Replace the front skid plate if it does not cover front baseplate or its leading edge is dented, torn, or
breached.
Figure 9
– Torn front skid plate
2. Remove the front skid plate (Figure 10) (refer to Service Manual procedure 16102002).
Figure 10
– Skid plate bolts
3. Inspect the HV cables and passthroughs.
4. If there is damage to the leading edge above the front
skid plate, see “Leading Edge” section.
5. If there is damage that extends onto the baseplate, side skis, longitudinal skis, or center ski, go to those specific
sections below.
6. Remove and assess damage to components: HV cables, baseplate, fasteners, etc.