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3.8.
MAIN LANDING GEAR TIRE VALVE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT (GOODYEAR/ABSC) – continued
3.8.4. Cleaning
a. Clean lower valve threads (para 1.47).
3.8.5. Inspection
a. Check threads and area around hole for
cracks and distortions.
(1) If cracks are suspected, perform nondestruc-
tive inspection (TM 1-1520-264-23).
3.8.6. Installation
a. Install valve (1) in stem (2). Torque valve (1) to
60 INCH-POUNDS.
(1) Lubricate new packing (7) and threads of
valve (1). Use petrolatum (item 138, App F).
(2) Install packing (7) on valve (1).
(3) Install valve (1) in stem (2).
(4) Install valve core (6) in valve (1). Use tire
valve tool.
(5) Torque valve (1) to 60 INCH-POUNDS. Use
torque wrench.
(6) Inflate tire (5) to 105 5 psi. Use inflator
assembly and nitrogen truck.
(7) Check for leaks around valve (1). Use leak
test compound (item 109, App F).
(8) Install cap (3) on valve (1).
b. Inspect (QA).
c. Remove main landing gear jack (para 1.67).
END OF TASK
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