TM 5-3895-370-14&P
4-132. DATA PLATES REPLACEMENT.
This task covers:
a. Removal
b. Installation
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Equipment Condition
Tool kit, general mechanic's: automotive
TM or Para
Condition Description
Para 4-84
Negative battery
Materials/Parts
disconnected.
Rivets
a. Removal.
WARNING
·
Drilling rivets while the battery is connected can cause electrical shock.
Disconnect battery before using any electric tool.
·
Use protective clothing while drilling. Goggles or safety glasses are
recommended. Failure to comply can result in eye injury.
CAUTION
Ensure proper drill bit size and stance while drilling rivets. Failure to do so can
result in damage to data plate and component.
NOTE
This task is for reference only. It will never be necessary to remove all data plates
at one time.
(1)
Using drill bit size comparable to rivet (1) size,
drill out rivets (1) from front of data plate (2).
Discard rivets.
(2)
Remove data plate (2) from component.
b. Installation. Position data plate (2) on component
and install with rivets (1).
NOTE
Depending upon the location of the
data plate, installation may be easier
using drive screws instead of rivets.
Refer to Appendix F, Figures 92 and
93 for part numbers.
END OF TASK
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