Crab Lock Cylinders (Model RTL10)

3-67. Crab Lock Cylinders (Model RTL10)

a. General. The crab lock cylinder is mounted to

t h e right front wheel and the right rear wheel. This

cylinder is placed in operation when the steering

selector handle is placed in the crab position.

b. Removal. Refer to figure 3-136 and remove

crab lock cylinder.

c. Disassembly. Refer to figure 3-137 and

disassemble crab lock cylinder.

d . Repacking Cylinder. Refer to paragraph 3 - 6 4 c

for repacking procedures.

e. Inspection.

(1) Inspect the rod for nicks and scratches.

(2) Inspect rod ends for wear and damage.

(3) Inspect piston for scratches.

(4) Inspect cylinder ends for cracks.

(5) Inspect cylinder tube for cracks and

damage.

(6) Remove scratches and burrs with crocus

cloth.

(7) Replace a defective part.

f. Reassembly. Refer to figure 3-137 and

reassemble crab lock cylinder.

g . Test. R e f e r t o p a r a g r a p h 3 - 6 4 g a n d t e s t t h e

cylinder.

h . Installation. Refer to figure 3-136 and install

crab lock cylinder.