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SECTION IV
Main Landing Gear
4.7 MAINTENANCE
4.7.1 Main Gear Tire Servicing
a. Attach tire inflation tool to nitrogen source charging hose.
WARNING
Service the tire from front or rear, never from side. Perform operation per T.O.
AEW-2-7 . Failure to follow procedures could lead to fatal injury to personnel.
b. Remove valve cap.
c. Attach tire inflation tool to tire.
d. Determine current pressure in tire.
e. Inflate tire to 150 (±5) psig for aircraft gross weights up to 275000 lb, or to 190 (±5) psig for
aircraft gross weights of 275000 lb and above.
WARNING
Failure to bleed the charging hose could lead to rapid release of the built up pressure.
Release of this pressure could lead to injury to personnel.
f. Bleed pressure from charging hose.
g. Disconnect tire inflation tool.
h. Replace valve cap.
4.7.2 Main Gear Shock Strut Servicing Shock strut servicing involves filling the strut with
MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid and pressurizing with dry air or nitrogen. If the strut is properly serviced
before flight and is within 0.50 inch of proper extension after landing the strut may be serviced by
inflating with dry air or nitrogen per Step h through Step n. If strut is not within 0.50 inch of proper
extension after landing, the strut must be serviced with both hydraulic fluid and dry air or nitrogen per
complete procedure.
a. Verify that main landing gear downlocks and door openlocks are installed per Section I.
b. Clean shock strut inner cylinder with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid.
WARNING
Do not loosen valve body when deflating strut as this will allow the entire valve
assembly to blow off, which may injure personnel or damage equipment.
c. Remove valve cap from air valve assembly.
CAUTION
Clear area under aircraft of equipment prior to deflating strut.
d. Loosen swivel nut one to two turns to deflate shock strut.
NOTE
If shock strut is deflated to facilitate other maintenance, leave the air valve swivel nut
open. If not, proceed to Step e.
e. When shock strut is fully deflated, remove safety wire and remove air valve body.
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CAUTION
Ensure that shock strut is fully compressed prior to servicing with fluid.
NOTE
Capacity of an empty shock strut is approximately 9 gallons.
f. Fill shock strut through air valve port to level of air valve port with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid.
When starting with an empty shock strut, add 2 ounces of Molykote M Gear Guard (alternate
Molykote M55 Plus).
g. Lube new O-ring with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid and install on air valve body. Install air valve,
tighten to a torque of 105 (±5) inch-pounds and secure with safety wire.
h. Check that valve cap is removed.
WARNING
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Do not use bottled gases, such as hydrogen, acetylene or oxygen to inflate
strut. An explosion may result.
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If shock strut is serviced when fully extended do not exceed a pressure of 300
psi as this could damage the strut and injure personnel.
CAUTION
Verify that area under aircraft is clear of equipment before inflating or deflating strut.
NOTE
Ensure that inflation tool F70200-1 calibration record is current.
i. Connect strut inflation tool F70200-1, open swivel nut one to two turns and inflate shock strut as
required by Figure 4-3 with dry air or nitrogen.
j. Tighten swivel nut.
WARNING
Failure to bleed charging hose could cause sudden release of pressure and personnel
injury.
k. Bleed pressure from charging hose.
l. Remove inflation tool.
m. Tighten swivel nut to a torque of 60 (±10) inch-pounds.
n. Install valve cap and tighten to extreme finger tightness.
4.7.3 Main Gear Hydraulic System Flushing Under normal conditions, the amount of contamination
removed by landing gear actuation does not justify jacking the aircraft to cycle the gear. If there is
reason to believe that there is sufficient contamination in the landing gear system to justify gear
actuation, jack aircraft and actuate gear during the flushing procedure given in T.O. AEW-2-29-1 .
4.7.4 Main Gear Centering Cylinder and Snubber Unit Bleeding and Filling
a. Pressurize utility hydraulic system per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
b. Remove dust plug.
c. Install drain hose.
d. Crack open bleed plug located on top of one centering cylinder.
e. Pull centering cylinder deboost valve handle allowing flow to centering cylinder.
f. Allow flow at the cracked bleed plug until clear fluid flows.

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g. Tighten bleed plug.
h. Allow deboost valve to fill until indicator is in green band on visual indicator.
i. Release deboost valve handle.
NOTE
If the centering cylinder deboost valve indicator handle is in the outer red band with
the utility hydraulic system pressurized, the deboost valve must be replaced. It is
normal for the indicator to be in the green band. If the indicator is in the inner red
band, pull handle to service the lock-out-deboost valve.
j. Remove drain hose.
k. Install dust plug and secure with safety wire.
l. Repeat bleeding and filling procedures for other landing gear centering cylinder.
m. Depressurize utility hydraulic system per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
4.7.5 Main Gear Centering Cylinder Lockout-Deboost Valve Fluid Level Check
a. Open and secure main gear wheel well doors per Section I.
b. Pressurize utility hydraulic system per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
c. Check fluid level in lockout-deboost valve as follows:
(1) If indicator handle is in outer red band, replace lockout-deboost valve.
NOTE
It is normal for indicator to be in the green band.
(2) If indicator handle is in inner red band, pull indicator handle until deboost valve fills with
fluid to correct level as indicated by green band, and release handle.
4.7.6 Main Gear Shock Strut Door Adjustment
a. Ensure that nose and main gear downlocks are installed per Section I.
b. Ensure that main wheel well doors are open and secured per Section I.
c. Jack aircraft per T.O. AEW-2-7 until main gear wheels are approximately four inches off the
ground.
d. Prepare utility hydraulic system for operation using hydraulic test stand per T.O. AEW-2-29-1 .
CAUTION
If a hydraulic cart and manifold are used, control hydraulic pressure and flow to allow
slow and incremental retraction of landing gear. As gear approaches retracted
position, ensure doors are not prematurely closing. Lengthen linkage and eyebolts to
allow retraction. If aircraft hydraulics are used, ensure oleo door bolts are backed off
1/4 inch past the point where the keeper washers are completely free of the casting
slots prior to retraction.
NOTE
Strut door may be adjusted with main gear retracted. Adjusting the strut door will
reposition inboard and outboard doors. Check repositioned door fit. Doors may be
adjusted independently, but if the strut door is adjusted, it must be adjusted prior to
adjusting all other doors.
e. Check that shock strut center door is loose on its attachments.
f. Remove applicable gear and door locks per Section I.
(1) Pull outboard main landing gear door to the neutral position to ensure it is not over
centered.

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NOTE
For horizontal adjustment, the door should be aligned within the opening. Adjust cogs
to move the aft inboard edge outboard and forward from 0.000 to 0.100 inch while
maintaining a good door seal and keeping the door fair with the wing.
g. Loosen attaching straps securing shock strut door to drag strut. Adjust doors for horizontal
alignment (forward, aft, inboard, or outboard) by disconnecting eyebolts securing door to shock
strut and positioning cog in each eyebolt as required. Use two 0.063-inch washers each side of
eyebolt or a combination of three 0.063-inch washers and two 0.032-inch washers to fill space
between shock strut attachment lugs. Install bolts, washers, and nuts but do not tighten.
CAUTION
Do not put excessive pressure on the seal with the door when making vertical
adjustment as this may cause the door to crack at the radius at the aft inboard corner.
Adjust vertically until the door has made contact with the seal and is faired with the
lower wing within 0.030 inch.
h. Adjust shock strut door for vertical alignment by loosening locknuts on eyebolts securing door to
shock strut and drag strut and turning sleeve nut as required. Tighten locknuts and install
lockwire.
i. When alignment is attained secure door attachments. Tighten center row of bolts, aft row, and
finally, drag strut attachment.
j. Tighten fittings but not to final torque.
k. Set length of lower door actuating rod to 36.24 inches.
l. Adjust lower inboard door actuating link to bring door into contour. If necessary, perform further
fine adjustments using the door actuating rod.
m. Adjust upper forward door as required by adjusting length of actuating rod until door fairs with
wing when gear is retracted (up and locked).
n. Cycle gear slowly and adjust upper aft door strut to fair door with wing contour when gear is up
and locked. Add shims if required.
o. Tighten all installation nuts on shock strut doors and linkages. Safety wire or install cotter pins
as required.
p. Cycle landing gear and check action of the doors.
q. Depressurize aircraft hydraulic systems per AP101B-5301-1B1.
r. Install main gear downlock on affected gear, and door openlock per Section I.
s. Lower aircraft to ground and remove jacks per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
t. Deenergize or depressurize, as appropriate per T.O. AEW-2-7 .

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4.7.7 Main Gear Wheel Assembly Removal
NOTE
Partially extruded fusible plugs do not mean the tire and wheel should be replaced, as
long as tire pressure is maintained within limits. In such a case, partially extruded
fusible plugs will perform their designed safety function. If tire pressure cannot be
maintained due to a leaking fusible plug, remove the tire and wheel assembly and
follow the procedures in T.O. 4W1-7-1353.
b. Ensure that main wheel well doors are open and secured per Section I.
c. Set ANTI SKID switch on P13 panel to OFF.
d. Open LANDING GEAR - ANTI-SKID OUTBD, INBD and TEST circuit breakers on P5 circuit breaker
panel and tag if panel will not be under continuous observation.
e. Raise appropriate end of main gear axle truck using a jack per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
WARNING
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At all times, there shall be at least two persons assigned to deflate tire. Tires
shall be approached from front or rear only, never from side.
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When wheel and/or tire damage is suspected or known, the affected tire(s) shall
be deflated prior to any maintenance or inspection. Clear area of all
unnecessary personnel and equipment for 300 feet on both sides of wheel.
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Eye protection shall be used when checking, inflating or deflating tires.
NOTE
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Tire deflation is not required before the wheel retaining nut is removed if the
wheel and tire assembly is being removed to facilitate other aircraft
maintenance, and will be reinstalled.
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Ensure that all tie bolts and nuts are secure and there is no known or suspected
wheel and tire damage. Inspect wheels with loose tie bolts per T.O. 4W1-7-1353.
f. When removing and replacing tire and wheel assembly, deflate tire as follows:
(1) Remove valve cap.
(2) Using deflation tool, completely remove air from tire.
g. Remove hub cap (Figure 4-4, 1) from wheel hub by removing the bolts, nuts, and washers.
h. Unfasten skid detector (4) from the skid detector nut (wheel axle nut) by removing the bolts,
nuts, washers and cotter pins.
CAUTION
Do not attempt wheel removal without first removing skid detector. Handle detector
and electrical plug carefully as damaged wiring can result in loss of brakes.
i. Pull skid detector (M19, M672, M673 or M674) out of axle, disconnect electrical connector
(D299, D298, D300 or D297) from detector and remove detector.
j. Remove two shear bolts (6), washers and nuts which secure wheel axle nut to axle.
k. Using main gear axle nut wrench, loosen wheel axle nut.
l. Remove wheel axle nut (5), hub cap spacer (7), retaining washer (8), and outer bearing (9).
m. Install main gear axle sleeve, F71355 (16).
n. Pull wheel assembly away from axle.
o. Remove main gear axle sleeve from axle.
p. Remove inner bearing (11) and bearing seal (12) from axle.

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q. Cover openings in wheel to prevent contamination of bearing areas.
r. Clean axle of old grease.
s. Inspect axle for scratches, gouges, and dents. Depth of scratches, gouges, and dents must not
exceed 0.005 inch.
4.7.8 Main Gear Wheel Assembly Installation (See Figure 4-4.)
a. Verify that main wheel well doors are open and secured per Section I.
b. Verify that nose and main gear downlocks are installed per Section I.
c. Verify that ANTI SKID switch on P13 overhead panel is OFF.
d. Verify that all three LANDING GEAR - ANTISKID circuit breakers on P5 circuit breaker panel are
open and tagged.
e. Verify date on time/inspection counters and stamp date as required in accordance with T.O.
4W-1-61.
CAUTION
Failure to remove excess grease from brake support collars after lubricating can affect
braking action and create a fire hazard.
f. Lubricate axle bushings (20) at brake support collar grease fitting with MIL-PRF-23827 grease.
Wipe all excess grease from the brake support collar (18) ends.
g. Ensure bushings (20) have not migrated from brake support collar (18). If bushing displacement
is found, perform the following:
(1) Replace the brake support collar. If serviceable brake support collar is not available,
proceed to Step (2).
NOTE
Bushing should be refitted only once on the brake support collar. Record performance
of Step (2) should be annotated in the maintenance records.
(2) Remove brake support collar from axle. Using hydraulic press or equivalent, refit bushing
into brake support collar. Applied force should not exceed 1100 lbs. Apply a thin coat of
MIL-PRF-23827 grease on bushings and axle bearing surfaces. Reinstall brake support
collar to axle.
h. Verify wheel bearings are packed with grease.
i. Apply a very light coating of MIL-PRF-81322G (XG293) to the entire wheel spacer (14) and
exposed axle. Remove all excess grease.
CAUTION
The inner and outer wheel bearings are different. Check part numbers before
installing bearings (Figure 4-4, 9 and 11).
j. Install wheel spacer (14), bearing seal (12) and inner bearing (11) in position on axle (19).
k. Install main gear axle sleeve, F71355 (16).
l. Check that brake rotor drive keys are aligned.
NOTE
Wheel may have to be rotated so that key slots in the wheel line up with brake rotor
keys.
m. Check brake for visible damage or defects.
n. Inspect wheel and tire for damage per DAP104F-3011-15F and DAP104H-0001-1.

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o. Position wheel fully onto axle.
p. Remove main gear axle sleeve (16).
q. Install outer bearing (9) and check that bearing is a snug fit.
r. Insert retaining washer (8) and hub cap spacer (7) on axle.
s. Apply thin coating of bearing grease to all threads of axle nut (5) and install nut hand tight.
CAUTION
Wheel shall be rotated as axle nut is tightened and final torque is set.
t. While wheel is rotating, pretighten axle nut to 100 foot-pounds of torque. Then back off to zero
torque. Tighten axle nut to 50 foot-pounds of torque.
u. Check alignment of slots in nut and locking holes in axle. If slots and holes do not line up,
continue to tighten nut until slots are in alignment.
CAUTION
The wheel axle nut, bolts and hubcap retaining bolts are different. Check part
numbers before installation.
v. Install two bolts, washers and nuts to lock wheel axle nut to the axle. Ensure bolt heads are in
the up position.
w. Pull skid detector electrical connector (D299, D298, D300 or D297) out of axle. Connect plug to
skid detector.
x. Install skid detector (M19, M672, M673 or M674) in axle with three bolts, nuts, washers and
cotter pins.
y. Check skid detector operation as follows:
WARNING
Before pressurizing hydraulic system, check that personnel and equipment are clear
of all doors and flight controls operated by hydraulic pressure.
(1) Pressurize utility hydraulic system IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 .
(2) Close all three LANDING GEAR - ANTISKID circuit breakers on P5 circuit breaker panel and
remove tags.
(3) Ensure that ANTI SKID switch on P13 overhead panel is set to ON.
(4) Apply brakes.
(5) Check that applicable BRAKES - REL indicator lights on P13 overhead panel are off.
(6) Spin skid detector, stop skid detector abruptly.
(7) Check that applicable BRAKES - REL indicator lights on P13 overhead panel are on.
(8) Depressurize utility hydraulic system IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 .
z. Place hub cap over skid detector with detector arm in hub cap keyway. Align holes in hub cap
and wheel hub. Secure hub cap with three bolts, nuts and washers (see Figure 4-4).
WARNING
Failure to bleed charging hose could cause sudden release of pressure and personnel
injury.
aa. Service tire IAW Paragraph 4.7.1.
ab. Lower aircraft IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 and remove jack.

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4.7.9 Main Landing Gear Assembly Removal (See Figure 4-5.)
a. Ensure that nose and main gear wheel well doors are open and secured IAW Section I.
b. Ensure that nose and main gear downlocks are installed IAW Section I.
c. Ensure that wing flaps are fully retracted IAW T.O. AEW-2-27-1 .
d. Depressurize utility and auxiliary hydraulic systems IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 .
e. Fully discharge brake accumulator by operating brake pedals until BRAKE PRESSURE gage on
copilot forward instrument panel stabilizes.
f. Simulate airborne mode on ground IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 , Section I, Para 1.4.4.
WARNING
To avoid injury to personnel and/or damage to aircraft, airborne mode must be

simulated before opening circuit breaker.
g. If not done in Step f, open following LANDING GEAR circuit breakers on P5 circuit breaker panel
and tag if panel will not be under continuous observation:
(1) SAFETY - LEFT RLY
(2) SAFETY - RIGHT RLY & LATCH LEVER
(3) ANTI-SKID - OUTBD
(4) ANTI-SKID - INBD
(5) ANTI-SKID - TEST
WARNING
Failure to deflate shock struts fully may result in serious damage to aircraft or injury
to personnel.
h. Deflate RH and LH main gear shock struts completely per Paragraph 4.7.2.
NOTE
Gear can be removed without installing oleo lock assembly, but airplane must be
jacked higher.
i. Install oleo lock assembly on gear which is to be removed (Figure 4-5, detail E).
j. Jack aircraft per T.O. AEW-2-7 until wheels of gear being removed clear the ground to relieve
side loads on the strut. Then lower aircraft until tires just rest on the ground.
k. Disconnect lower side strut universal from shock strut lugs by removing cotter pin, nut, washer
and universal bolt.
l. Unlock side strut lock roller manually, and allow strut to hang vertically from upper fitting.
m. Disconnect and plug all hydraulic and pneumatic lines from the trunnion. Use container to
collect hydraulic fluid when disconnecting brake lines.
n. Remove brake lines from trunnion. (See Figure 4-6.)
o. Remove bolt, clamp and spacer from wire bundle on fillet flap bulkhead.
CAUTION
Ensure wire bundle conduit is disconnected from the trunnion spider before landing
gear is lowered.
p. Disconnect applicable electrical plug, D4104 or D4105, for landing gear wiring on fillet flap
bulkhead.

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NOTE
For main landing gear seal replacement total shock strut door removal is not required.
q. Remove shock strut doors per Paragraph 4.7.32.
r. Disconnect drag strut from lugs on trunnion arm by removing cotter pin, nut and bolt.
CAUTION
If jack is used under center of strut, remove two grease zerk fittings from bottom of
truck assembly. Failure to comply can result in damage to equipment.
s. Position floor jack, with wood block on jack, under center of shock strut (if necessary).
t. Place chocks against front and back of main landing gear tires.
u. Remove lock nut and bolt, and installation nut from shock strut trunnion bolt.
CAUTION
Care must be taken that shock strut does not move during bolt removal. Any
misalignment will jam bolt in shock strut and trunnion lugs.
v. Attach oleo-to-trunnion bolt puller, F72792-501, and gradually raise shock strut until trunnion
bolt is free. Remove bolt.
w. With bolt removed, lower landing gear assembly until tires are on the ground.
x. Remove floor jack under gear (if used) and install grease zerk fittings.
y. If oleo locks are used, jack aircraft approximately 10 more inches from the ground per T.O.
AEW-2-7 to provide clearance to roll gear away.
z. Roll landing gear assembly out from under wing in an aft direction.
aa. Remove oleo lock assembly (if used).
ab. Carry out NDT of MLG trunnion IAW SENTRY/EDD/24 as detailed in AP101B-5301-5G.
4.7.10 Main Gear Assembly Removal (Alternate Procedure).
NOTE
This procedure may be used if difficulty is encountered or anticipated in removing
fasteners per Paragraph 4.7.9.
a. Ensure that nose and main wheel well doors are open and secured per Section I.
b. Ensure that nose and main gear downlocks are installed per Section I.
c. Ensure that wing flaps are fully retracted IAW T.O. AEW-2-27-1 .
d. Depressurize utility and auxiliary hydraulic systems IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 .
e. Fully discharge brake accumulator by operating brake pedals until HYD BRAKE PRESS gage on
copilot instrument panel stabilizes.
f. Simulate airborne mode on ground IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 , Section I, Para 1.4.4.
WARNING

g. If not done in Step f, open following LANDING GEAR circuit breakers on P5 circuit breaker panel

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h. Jack aircraft IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 until main gear wheels just clear ground. Check that main gear
trucks are level (perpendicular to shock strut); service truck centering deboost valves as
necessary to keep trucks level.
i. Remove main gear downlock.
j. Disconnect lower side strut universal from shock strut lug by removing cotter pin, nut, washer,
and universal bolt.
k. Unlock side strut lock roller manually, and allow side strut to hang vertically from upper fitting.
NOTE
Side strut may be unlocked by inserting emergency extension crank in appropriate
gearbox and turning crank three to four turns clockwise for the left gear,
counterclockwise for the right gear.
l. Disconnect hydraulic hoses at bracket (Figure 4-6, 1) and adjacent pneumatic hose connecting
to nut (2). Cap or plug lines and fittings. Use suitable container to collect hydraulic fluid.
m. Remove bolt, clamp, and spacer from wire bundle on fillet flap bulkhead.
n. Disconnect applicable electrical connector, D4104 or D4105, for landing gear wiring on fillet flap
bulkhead.
o. Remove all shock strut doors IAW Paragraph 4.7.32.
p. Remove main gear actuator and walking beam IAW Paragraph 4.7.34.
q. Place hydraulic jack, with wood block on jack, under center of shock strut. Jack shock strut IAW
T.O. AEW-2-7 to relieve load on trunnion.
r. Remove cotter pin and nut from bolt through trunnion forward retaining collar.
s. Attach puller, F72792-501 to bolt and draw bolt out of trunnion and remove collar. (See Figure
4-7.)
t. Remove two bearing cap bolts and barrel nuts and trunnion aft support bearing cap. (See Figure
4-7.)
u. Lower jack under shock strut just enough for aft end of trunnion to clear upper half of aft
bearing support.
v. Move landing gear assembly aft until forward end of trunnion clears trunnion forward support
bushing. Then move gear aft and inboard to obtain enough clearance between gear and
structure to deflate shock strut.
w. Lower jack until weight of landing gear is on its wheels and remove jack.
x. Deflate shock strut completely IAW Paragraph 4.7.2.
y. Roll landing gear out from under wing.
z. Carry out NDT of MLG trunnion IAW SENTRY/EDD/24 as detailed in AP101B-5301-5G.
4.7.11 Main Gear Assembly Installation (See Figure 4-5.)
a. Verify that nose and main gear downlocks are installed IAW Section I.
b. Verify that main gear wheel well doors are open and secured IAW Section I.
c. Verify that wing flap system is in fully retracted position IAW T.O. AEW-2-27-1 .
d. Verify that utility and auxiliary hydraulic systems are depressurized IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 .
e. Verify that airborne mode on ground is simulated IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 , Section I, Para 1.4.4.

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WARNING

f. Verify that the following LANDING GEAR circuit breakers on P5 circuit breaker panel are open
and tagged:
NOTE
Gear can be installed without installing oleo lock assembly, but it will be necessary to
jack the aircraft higher.
g. Install oleo lock assembly on serviceable main landing gear assembly (detail E, Figure 4-5.)
h. Roll gear assembly into place under wing, with torsion links forward and wheel truck parallel to
aircraft centerline.
i. Check that shock strut has been serviced with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid per Paragraph 4.7.2.
j. Check that centering cylinder and snubber unit is filled with hydraulic fluid.
CAUTION
Ensure that the electrical conduit is clear of any obstruction as strut is being raised.
k. Slowly inflate shock strut with enough air (approximately 50 psi) to position shock strut lugs
around trunnion. Shock strut attachment holes should be below the trunnion holes.
CAUTION
If jack is used under center of strut, remove two grease zerk fittings from bottom of
truck assembly. Failure to comply can result in damage to equipment.
l. Place hydraulic jack, with wood block on jack, under center of truck.
m. Raise gear assembly until shock strut lugs align with trunnion lugs. If actuator and actuator
walking beam are installed, push inboard on walking beam to help align trunnion with shock
strut.
n. Check that shock strut-to-trunnion bolt, and bearing surfaces for bolt, are perfectly clean and
lightly lubricated with MIL-PRF-23827 grease.
o. Insert bolt from inboard side through shock strut and trunnion.
p. Add washer and nut.
q. Tighten nut to seat bolt, loosen nut and retighten fingertight. Tighten to next castellation and
install locking bolt and nut.
r. Remove floor jack (if used) and reinstall two grease zerk fittings.
s. Attach upper end of drag strut to trunnion arm. Lightly coat attachment bolt with corrosion
preventive compound MIL-PRF-8116.
t. Tighten drag strut nut to 300 inch-pounds, then loosen nut and retighten finger tight. Tighten to
next castellation and install cotter pin.
u. Swing side strut, complete with side strut lower universal, into place between lugs on shock
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v. Lightly lubricate universal bolt with MIL-PRF-23827 grease. Install bolt, washer and nut. Torque
nut to 300 inch-pounds to seat bolt, loosen nut and retighten finger tight. Tighten to next
castellation and secure with cotter pin.
w. Install hydraulic and pneumatic lines on drag strut. See Figure 4-6.
x. Remove plugs from brake lines and connect lines at trunnion.
y. While connecting electrical connector D4104 or D4105 at fillet flap bulkhead receptacle ensure
dimension between top of bracket, part number 204-53066-1, and top of flexible conduit is 0.80
inch ± 0.10 inch (Figure 4-8). Secure plug with safetywire.
z. Remove chocks.
aa. Remove plug and check that hydraulic line to leveling cylinder and snubber unit is full of fluid. If
necessary operate reset handle on deboost valve to bleed air from line.
ab. Remove cap from leveling cylinder hydraulic line at trunnion and connect line.
WARNING
ac. Pressurize utility hydraulic system per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
ad. Operate reset handle on deboost valve for centering cylinder to charge leveling cylinder and
snubber unit side of deboost valve.
ae. Check leveling cylinder system for leaks per T.O. AEW-2-29-1 .
af. Install clamp, bolt and spacer on wire bundle at fillet flap bulkhead.
ag. Connect electrical connector (D4104 or D4105) at fillet flap bulkhead receptacle. Secure plug
with safety wire.
ah. Close the following LANDING GEAR circuit breakers on P5 circuit breaker panel and remove
tags:
ai. Bleed leveling cylinder and snubber unit per Paragraph 4.7.4.
aj. Attach shock strut doors per Paragraph 4.7.33.
ak. Remove oleo lock assembly per Paragraph 4.7.2, if installed.
al. Service shock strut per Paragraph 4.7.2.
am. Lubricate as required per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
an. Operate brakes and check brake line connections for leaks.
ao. Bleed brakes per Section IX.
ap. Bleed pneumatic brake system per Section XI.
aq. Check operation of skid detectors per Section IX.
ar. Remove downlocks and use a suitable hydraulic rig to control pressure and flow to allow slow
and incremental retraction of landing gear. As gear approaches retracted position, ensure that
there is sufficient clearance between the landing gear and surrounding components and
structure.
as. Perform operation test of landing gear per Paragraph 4.4 and install ground locks.
at. Lower aircraft and remove jacks per T.O. AEW-2-7 .

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4.7.12 Main Gear Trunnion Removal (See Figure 4-7.)
a. Remove main landing gear per Paragraph 4.7.9.
b. Remove applicable access panel 3231-04 or 4231-04.
c. Remove cotter pin, nut, washer and bolt attaching aft outboard shock strut door link to aft
trunnion arm.
d. Remove two locking bolts, nuts and radius fillers from pin attaching main gear actuator walking
beam to trunnion arm.
e. Remove pin, using pin puller F71160, attaching main gear actuator walking beam to trunnion
arm.
f. Remove lockbolt and nut from main gear actuator to trunnion installation bolt and nut.
CAUTION
When outboard end of actuator is detached, center ball of actuator bearing can twist
until bearing rollers drop out. To prevent loss of rollers, insert attachment bolt through
center ball and secure with nut whenever actuator is released from trunnion.
g. Remove pin attaching main gear actuator to trunnion.
h. Remove lockbolt, nut, and pin attaching walking beam to support link (Figure 4-5, detail F).
i. Move actuator and beam inboard out of way.
j. Remove bolts and washers and remove shock strut door rod support (see Figure 4-9).
k. Remove cotter pin and nut from bolt through trunnion forward retaining collar.
NOTE
Keep mated trunnion and collar in sets.
l. Attach puller, F72792-501 to bolt and draw bolt out of trunnion, and remove collar.
m. Support trunnion, and remove two barrel nuts and bolts that fasten lower half of trunnion aft
support bearing.
n. Lower trunnion aft end slightly to clear aft bushing upper half and move trunnion aft to clear
forward support bushing.
o. Visually inspect the following for cracks on inboard side of trunnion support rib between forward
and aft trunnion supports. Use a flashlight and a 10-power magnifying glass, and pay special
attention to section changes, bolts, and radii.
(1) Bolts
(2) Radii
(3) Section changes
(4) Holes
(5) Fillets
p. Remove aft support bushing and, using a flashlight and a 10-power magnifying glass, inspect aft
support for cracks.
4.7.13 Main Gear Trunnion Installation (See Figure 4-7.)
a. Verify that nose and main gear downlocks are installed per Section I.
b. Verify that nose and main wheel well doors are open and secured per Section I.
c. Ensure that utility hydraulic system is depressurized per T.O. AEW-2-7 .

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WARNING
Use MIL-PRF-23377 TYICLC2 epoxy primer only in a ventilated area to prevent

personnel injury.
d. Clean faying surfaces of aft trunnion support upper half and bearing cap with solvent P-D-680
and apply a light coat of epoxy primer MIL-PRF-23377 TYICLC2 per T.O. AEW-23 .
e. Apply a coat of corrosion preventive compound, MIL-C-16173, grade 3, to faying surfaces of aft
trunnion support bushing segments, upper half, and bearing cap. Keep lubrication holes and
bearing surfaces free of corrosion preventive compound. (See section A-A, Figure 4-7.)
f. Position bushing segments approximately centered in support fitting and bearing cap.
CAUTION
If BMS 3-23 is not applied to threads of bolts, torque requirement will change.
NOTE
Ensure bearing cap bolts/nuts are thread compatible if replacing bolts/nuts.
g. Coat bearing cap bolts with BMS 3-23 per T.O. AEW-23 .
h. Install bearing cap on support fitting. Tighten bearing cap bolts to a torque of 580 (±60)
foot-pounds.
NOTE
Ensure that expander tool F70186-10 has been properly calibrated prior to use.
i. Position expander tool, F70186-10, centered on bushing segments and expand tool jaws to
produce a nearly uniform pressure of 750 (±250) psi against bushing segments.
j. Measure gaps between bushing segments (two places).
k. Select two shims from compression shim kit set P/N 69-43383-1, or local manufacture two shims
from shim drawing 69-43383 so that the difference between individual shim thickness does not
exceed 0.010 inch and combined thicknesses equal 0.016 inch, plus gap measured in Step j
within 0.000 (+0.005/-0.000) inch.
l. Remove expander tool.
m. Remove bearing cap bolts and remove bearing cap.
n. Apply sealant, MIL-A-46146, type I to outside edge periphery (two places) of support fitting,
bearing cap, and bushing segments. Allow sealant to cure.
o. Remove any excess sealant from inside diameter of bushing segments joints and cut sealant
four places at bushing segment for subsequent removal of bearing cap and lower bushing
segment.
CAUTION
Keep threads of bolts and nuts free of grease to allow BMS 3-23 to adhere.
p. Coat bearing surfaces of forward and aft bushings and bearing cap with a thin film of
MIL-PRF-23827 grease.
q. Place main gear trunnion into position with forward end carefully inserted into forward support
bushing.
r. Raise aft end of trunnion into aft support bearing upper half and install aft support bearing
lower half. Install bearing cap bolts wet with BMS 3-23 but do not tighten.

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CAUTION
There must be no shim protrusion inside bushing inside diameter surface and shim
must not be trapped between support fitting and bearing cap after installation.
s. Insert shims as selected in Step j between bushing segments.
NOTE
BMS 3-23 must be removed before BMS 5-95 will adhere to surface.
t. Tighten aft bearing cap bolts to a torque of 580 (±60) foot-pounds and clean off excess BMS
3-23. Apply BMS 5-95 around bolt head to form a fillet seal. Fill barrel nut cavity with BMS 5-95
to obtain a total cavity fill.
NOTE
Prior to installing Main Landing Gear Trunnion Retaining Collar, ensure collar is the
matched drilled collar for the trunnion being installed. This will ensure the forward
trunnion support bearing surface dimension is correct. Repair or replace per
AP104B-5306-13.
u. Slip retaining collar on forward end of trunnion and align with black stripe on trunnion end.
v. Install bolt through collar and trunnion.
w. Install washer and nut. Snug up nut, then back off to nearest slot which aligns with hole in bolt.
Secure nut with cotter pin.
CAUTION
Care must be taken to avoid excessive twisting of bearing center ball when
connecting outboard end of actuator. Excessive twisting may result in loss of bearing
rollers.
x. Raise main gear actuator up and outboard with nylon washers placed on each side of bearing.
y. Install bolt with head forward through trunnion and actuator end. Install nut and tighten to a
torque of 300 inch-pounds, loosen nut and retighten finger tight. Tighten to next castellation
and install lock bolt and nut.
z. Lightly lubricate actuator walking beam pin with MIL-PRF-23827 grease. Align actuator walking
beam and trunnion and install pin in trunnion using pin puller, F71160. Align holes on pin and
trunnion, securing pin with bolts (direction optional), radius fillers and nuts.
aa. Attach walking beam to support link with pin, locking bolt, and nut. (See detail F, Figure 4-5.)
ab. Install bolt, washer and nut attaching aft outboard shock strut door link to aft trunnion arm.
Secure nut with cotter pin.
ac. Lightly coat drag strut upper attachment bolt with corrosion preventive compound
MIL-PRF-8116 and install upper end of drag strut on trunnion arm with bolt and nut. Tighten nut
to a torque of 300 inch-pounds. Loosen and retighten finger tight. Tighten to next castellation
and secure with cotter pin.
ad. Install flexible pneumatic and hydraulic brake lead in lines to trunnion hydraulic bracket (Figure
4-6, 1).
ae. Install applicable access panel, 3231-04 or 4231-04.
af. Lubricate trunnion per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
ag. Install shock strut door rod support with bolts and washers. (See Figure 4-9.)
ah. Install main landing gear per Paragraph 4.7.11.
4.7.14 Main Gear Shock Strut Removal (See Figure 4-10.)
a. Ensure that nose and main gear wheel well doors are open and secured per Section I.

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c. Depressurize utility hydraulic system per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
d. Set INTCON VALVE switch on P11 HYDRAULIC panel to OFF and tag if panel will not be under
continuous observation.
e. Remove main landing gear assembly per Paragraph 4.7.9.
f. Roll gear assembly aftward until shock strut clears wing trailing edge, thus permitting a hoist to
lift shock strut off truck assembly.
g. Install main landing gear oleo lock assembly (Figure 4-5, detail E).
CAUTION
When attaching hoist to shock strut, exercise care to avoid damage to air valve.
h. Attach sling to shock strut, and hoist strut sufficiently to take weight of shock strut assembly off
pivot bolt.
i. Disconnect hydraulic and pneumatic lines at lower strut hydraulic brackets (Figure 4-6, 21, 25).
Cap openings and lines. Use container to collect hydraulic fluid.
j. Disconnect applicable electrical connector D1311 or D1312 on the upper side of the truck
approximately 12 inches aft of the shock strut.
k. Disconnect applicable electrical connector D593 or D595 at safety switch (S115 or S116) on
torsion link.
l. Remove clamps from electrical bundles and tie wire bundles up on strut.
m. Remove cotter pin, nut, bushing, spring washer, flat washer and bolt securing leveling switch
link to inner cylinder.
n. Remove clamps securing pneumatic and hydraulic lines and remove lines from torsion links.
o. Disconnect forward end of leveling cylinder and snubber unit from lug on aft side of shock strut
inner cylinder.
p. Disconnect ends of brake equalizer rods from attachments at shock strut inner cylinder.
q. Remove pivot bolt using pin puller F72792-501 and hoist shock strut from wheel truck.
4.7.15 Main Gear Shock Strut Installation (See Figure 4-10.)
a. Verify that nose and main gear wheel well doors are open and secured per Section I.
c. Verify that utility hydraulic system is depressurized per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
d. Verify INTCON VALVE switch on P11 HYDRAULIC panel is in OFF position and tagged.
e. Hoist shock strut and position over wheel truck so that pivot bolt can be installed.
NOTE
Torsion links on shock strut must be forward in relation to truck assembly.
f. Lightly lubricate pivot bolt with MIL-PRF-23827 grease. Insert pivot bolt and line up holes for
lock bolt.
g. Install washer and nut on pivot bolt. Tighten nut to a torque of 300 inch-pounds, loosen nut and
retighten finger tight. Tighten to next slot and install lockbolt and nut.
h. Connect forward end of centering cylinder and snubber unit to lug on aft side of shock strut
inner cylinder. Tighten nut to a torque of 32.5 (±2.5) foot-pounds.
i. Attach brake equalizer rods to shock strut lower terminals. Install lock bolt, washer and nut.
Secure with cotter pin.
j. Unstow electrical bundles from shock strut cylinder and connect applicable electrical plug D593
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strut on upper side of truck. Install wire bundle clamps. Secure connectors with safety wire. (See
Figure 4-6.)
k. Install leveling switch link to inner cylinder using hardware in following order: bolt, flat washer,
spring washer, bushing, link, flat washer, inner cylinder and nut. Secure with cotter pin.
l. Connect pneumatic and hydraulic lines to hydraulic brackets (21, and 25). Install clamps
securing line to torsion links.
m. Remove hoist and sling from shock strut and remove lock assembly from torsion links.
n. Roll landing gear forward to position shock strut under aft end of trunnion with torsion links
facing forward.
o. Install main landing gear assembly per Paragraph 4.7.11.
p. Remove tag from INTCON VALVE switch on P11 HYDRAULIC panel.

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4.7.16 Main Gear Shock Strut Active Seal Replacement With Spare Seal - Alternative Method (See
Figure 4-11.)
NOTE
A red dot on forward lower end of outer cylinder indicates that Greene Tweed seals
are installed. Main gear shock strut active seal replacement with spare seal should be
accomplished per Paragraph 4.7.17.
b. Ensure that nose and main gear downlocks are installed Section I.
d. Deflate shock strut per Paragraph 4.7.2.
e. Place jacks in position for aircraft jacking per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
f. Measure distance retainer nut (Figure 4-11, 12) protrudes below outer cylinder. Record
distance.
g. Remove two nuts, washers, and bolts and bearing retainer lockplate.
NOTE
The shock strut (oleo) bearing retainer nut may be seized in place due to excessive
corrosion on the threads. Apply penetrating oil or increased force to nut as necessary
to aid removal. It may take several hours for penetrating oil to take effect. If the nut is
still seized, replace oleo.
h. Using spanner wrench F72767-3 remove bearing retainer nut (12). Slip retainer nut down to rest
on inner cylinder yoke.
i. Slip wiper ring (11) down to rest upon the retainer nut.
NOTE
If difficulty is experienced in disassembly during the following step, shock strut may
be pressurized to about 100 psi to force out inner cylinder. Be prepared for
considerable spillage of hydraulic fluid if this method is used.
j. By jacking aircraft per T.O. AEW-2-7 , work bearing (10) seal adapter (4) and spacer (2) out of
outer cylinder.
WARNING
Aliphatic naphtha is toxic, volatile and flammable. Avoid excessive breathing of

vapors and prolonged or repeated skin contact. Use in well-ventilated area away from
ignition sources.
k. Slide seal adapter (4) about halfway down inner cylinder and squirt solvent TT-N-95 or P-D-680
into groove for O-ring (3).
l. Clean and dry inner cylinder above seal adapter (4). Push seal adapter up until O-ring (3) is on
dry surface.
m. Taking care not to damage seal adapter, or block O-ring groove, apply leverage with a quick pull
to force seal adapter down and leave O-ring exposed.
NOTE
If excessive difficulty is experienced in performing Step l and Step m, the alternate
method may be used (Step n and Step o).
n. Using a device such as a seal pick or other non-sharp metallic instrument, capture O-ring (3)
and apply pressure, holding ring against inner cylinder.
o. While holding O-ring (3), gently drive seal adapter (4) down with a non-metallic instrument.

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CAUTION
Do not attempt to cut O-ring while it is in groove or use sharp object to pry it out. Use
seal pick to lift seal. Insert a smooth piece of sheet metal without sharp edges under
seal where cut is to be made. Avoid scoring strut, adapter, or bearing.
p. Raise O-ring (3) from groove, cut and remove.
q. Wipe inner and outer cylinder with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid before installing new seals.
r. Lift spare O-ring (8) from stowage annulus in bearing. Check for serviceability.
s. Lubricate O-ring with hydraulic fluid MIL-PRF-5606, gentry work ring over seal adapter and insert
in upper groove. Check that there is no twist in O-ring.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to cut O-ring while it is in groove or use sharp object to pry it out. Use
t. Remove backup rings (5 and 7). Raise O-ring (6) from groove, cut and remove.
u. Check backup rings for serviceability. Replace with new rings if damaged in any way. Install
backup rings.
v. Lubricate spare O-ring (9) with hydraulic fluid MIL-PRF-5606 and insert in seal adapter (4)
between backup rings.
CAUTION
Extreme care must be taken when using O-ring guide assembly. Lower edge is thin
and metal is very soft. If burrs develop, they will damage seals during installation of
outer cylinder.
w. Install O-ring guide assembly F71312 (1) on base of outer cylinder, using clamp 57483-6 to hold
guide assembly in place.
x. Install ring assembly F71342 (13) on base of inner cylinder on top of wiper ring (11) and bearing
retainer nut (12). Lower bearing (10), seal adapter (4), and spacer (2) should be resting on top
of ring assembly (13).
y. Direct spacer (2), seal adapter (4), and bearing (10) into outer cylinder as it is gently lowered
over inner cylinder. Lower outer cylinder completely.
z. Raise outer cylinder about 1/4 inch to remove the ring assembly installed in Step x.
aa. Remove clamp and O-ring guide assembly installed in Step w.
CAUTION
Do not tighten retaining nut beyond torque limits to line up locking slots. Excessive
torque does not improve sealing and parts may be damaged.
ab. By brush, apply BMS 3-38 (or alternative BMS 3-27) to the bearing retainer nut threads. Ensure
all threads are completely covered prior to installation.
ac. Push wiper ring (11) up with retainer nut. Install retainer nut and tighten nut to a torque of 185
(+15/-10) foot-pounds to seal parts in lower cavity. Back off 1/6 to 1/3 turn until locking slots
align. Use spanner wrench F72767-3.
ad. Check distance retainer nut protrudes below bottom of outer cylinder. Dimension must equal
measurement obtained in Step f within 0.03 inch.
NOTE
The above dimension may be slightly less, but never greater than original
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loosen and retorque retainer nut. If dimension is still too great, disassemble shock
strut and check for gaps between mating parts or pinched seals.
ae. After installing the bearing retainer nut, by brush, apply BMS 3-38 (or alternative BMS 3-27) to
completely cover any bearing retainer nut threads extending below the outer cylinder.
af. With retainer nut correctly torqued and slots aligned, install lock plate with two bolts washers
and nuts.
ag. Lower aircraft and remove jacks per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
ah. Service shock strut per Paragraph 4.7.2.
ai. Apply a two-inch diameter yellow dot, on forward face of outer cylinder above torsion link
attachment, with enamel MIL-P-83286, color No. 13538 per T.O. AEW-23 .
4.7.17 Main Gear Shock Strut Active Seal Replacement With Spare Seal - Preferred Method (Greene
Tweed Seals)
NOTE
are installed.
d. Deflate shock strut per Paragraph 4.7.2.
e. Place jacks in position for aircraft jacking per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
f. Measure distance retainer nut (Figure 4-12, 14) protrudes below outer cylinder. Record
distance.
g. Remove two nuts, washers, and bolts, and bearing retainer nut lockplate.
NOTE
h. Using spanner wrench F72767-3 remove bearing retainer nut. Slip retainer nut down to rest on
inner cylinder yoke.
i. Slip wiper ring (12) down to rest upon the retainer nut.
NOTE
If difficulty is experienced in disassembly during the following step, shock strut may
be pressurized to about 100 psi to force out inner cylinder. Be prepared for
considerable spillage of hydraulic fluid if this method is used.
j. By jacking aircraft per T.O. AEW-2-7 , work bearing (15), seal adapter (19), and spacer (21) out
of outer cylinder.
WARNING
P-D-680 is combustible and moderately toxic to eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Eye
and skin protection is required. Good general ventilation is normally adequate.
NOTE
●
Active dynamic seal (3) is installed with four backup rings (1, 2, 4, and 5); two
made of teflon (white, 2 and 4) and two made of nylon (black, 1 and 5).
●
Step k through Step z replace active dynamic seal (3) with spare seal (8).

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k. Slide seal adapter (19) about halfway down inner cylinder and squirt solvent (P-D-680) into
groove for seal (3).
NOTE
A seal pick or other non-sharp metallic instrument may be used to perform Step l
through Step n and Step p through Step r.
l. Remove backup rings (1 and 2).
m. Remove seal (3) and slide up.
(1) Clean and dry inner cylinder (13) above seal adapter (19). Push seal adapter up until seal
(3) is on dry surface.
(2) Taking care not to damage seal adapter (19), or block seal groove, apply downward force
with a quick pull to force seal adapter down and leave seal (3) exposed.
(3) Capture seal (3) with a seal pick and apply pressure, holding seal against inner cylinder
(13).
(4) While holding seal (3) gently drive seal adapter (19) down with a non-metallic tool.
n. Remove backup rings (4 and 5).
CAUTION
Do not attempt to cut seal while it is in groove or use sharp instrument to pry it out.
Use seal pick to lift seal. Insert a smooth piece of sheet metal without sharp edges
under seal where cut is to be made. Avoid scoring strut, adapter, or bearing.
o. Raise seal (3) from groove. Cut and remove. Discard seal.
p. Remove spare seal backup rings (6 and 7).
q. Lift spare seal (8) from its groove in bearing (15). Check for serviceability.
r. Remove backup rings (9 and 10).
s. Lubricate spare seal (8) with hydraulic fluid MIL-PRF-5606.
t. Wipe inner and outer cylinders with hydraulic fluid MIL-PRF-5606 before installing new seals.
NOTE
You have now eight backup rings: four removed from the active seal and four from the
spare seal. Choose the best two white ones and the best two black ones to install with
the seal. Discard the others.
u. Check backup rings for serviceability. Replace as necessary.
v. Gently work seal (3) over seal adapter (19) and place momentarily on inner cylinder (13) above
adapter.
CAUTION
Radius on teflon backup ring (4) must match radius on seal (3). Otherwise, seal may
be damaged in use.
w. Install teflon backup ring (4) on inner cylinder (13) and in seal (3).
x. Install nylon backup ring (5) on inner cylinder (13) and in seal (3).
y. Insert seal (3) together with backup rings (4 and 5) in upper groove of adapter (19). Check that
there is no twist in seal.

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CAUTION
●
Ensure that seal (3) and backup ring (1) are level with or below top of adapter
(19). If backup ring and/or seal protrude above top of adapter, backup ring
and/or seal may be damaged in use. Replace parts as necessary.
●
Radius on backup ring (2) must match radius on seal (3). Otherwise, seal may
be damaged in use.
z. Install backup rings (2) and then (1).
NOTE
Step aa through Step ah replace active static seal (17) with spare seal (11).
aa. Remove backup rings (16 and 18). Raise seal (17) from groove, cut and remove seal. Refer to
CAUTION before Step o.
ab. Check backup rings (16 and 18) for serviceability. Replace as necessary.
ac. Lift spare seal (11) from stowage annulus. Check for serviceability.
ad. Lubricate spare seal with hydraulic fluid MIL-PRF-5606.
ae. Gently invert and work spare seal over seal adapter (19). Insert in outer groove. Make sure
there is no twist in seal.
CAUTION
The radius on each backup ring must be toward the seal. Otherwise, seal may be
damaged in use.
af. Install two serviceable backup rings (16 and 18).
CAUTION
Extreme care must be taken when using O-ring guide assembly F71312 (Figure 4-11,
1). Lower edge is thin and metal is very soft. If burrs develop, they will damage seals
during installation of outer cylinder.
ag. Install O-ring guide assembly F71312 (1) on the base of the outer cylinder, using clamp 57483-6
to hold guide assembly in place.
ah. Install ring assembly F71342 (13) on the base of the inner cylinder on top of wiper ring (11) and
bearing retainer nut (12). Lower bearing (10), seal adapter (4) and spacer (2) should be resting
on top of ring assembly.
ai. Direct spacer (2), seal adapter (4) and bearing (10) into outer cylinder as it is gently lowered
aj. Raise outer cylinder about 1/4 inch to remove ring assembly (13).
ak. Remove clamp and O-ring guide assembly (1).
CAUTION
Do not tighten retainer nut beyond torque limits to line up locking slots. Excessive
torque does not improve sealing and may damage parts.
al. By brush, apply BMS 3-38 (or alternative BMS 3-27) to the bearing retainer nut threads. Ensure
am. Push wiper ring (11) up with retainer nut (12). Install retainer nut and tighten to a torque of 185
(+15/-10) foot-pounds. Use spanner wrench F72767-3. Back off nut 1/6 to 1/3 turn until locking
slots align.
an. Check distance retainer nut protrudes below bottom of outer cylinder. Dimension must equal
measurement obtained in Step f within 0.03 inch.

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NOTE
The above dimension may be slightly less, but never greater than original
measurement. If dimension after assembly is greater than the original measurement,
loosen and retighten retainer nut. If dimension is still too great, disassemble shock
strut and check for gaps between mating parts or pinched seals.
ao. After installing the bearing retainer nut, by brush, apply BMS 3-38 (or alternative BMS 3-27) to
ap. With retainer nut correctly tightened and slots aligned, install locking plate with two bolts, nuts,
and washers.
aq. Lower aircraft and remove jacks per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
ar. Service shock strut per Paragraph 4.7.2.
as. Apply a two-inch diameter yellow dot on forward face of outer cylinder above torsion link
attachment with enamel MIL-P-83286, Color No. 13538 per T.O. AEW-23 .
4.7.18 Main Gear Shock Strut Active Seal and Spare Seal Replacement - Alternative Method
NOTE
are installed. Main gear shock strut active seal and spare seal replacement should be
accomplished per Paragraph 4.7.19.
a. Remove landing gear per Paragraph 4.7.9.
CAUTION
●
A hoist capable of raising 1000 pounds to a height of approximately 14 feet is
required to lift outer cylinder free of inner cylinder.
●
When attaching hoist sling to trunnion bolt at outer shock strut fork, take care
not to damage air valve.
b. Lightly lubricate oleo-to-trunnion bolt with MIL-PRF-23827 grease. Insert bolt into outer shock
strut fork and lightly secure with washer, nut and cotter pin.
c. Protect oleo-to-trunnion bolt center with a wraparound non-abrasive strap.
d. Insert a non-abrasive strap of sufficient strength under oleo-to-trunnion bolt and secure both
ends to hoisting devices. Take up slack.
e. Install wheel chocks on front and rear truck assembly wheels.
f. Disconnect applicable electrical connector D593 or D595 at safety switch (S115 or S116) on
torsion link.
g. Disconnect applicable electrical connector D1311 or D1312 at upper aft end of truck.
h. Disconnect electrical wiring, hydraulic and pneumatic brake tubing from support clamps on
torsion links. Install plugs in hydraulic and pneumatic tubing and cap electrical connectors.
i. Secure tubing and electrical wiring to facilitate the removal of the upper torsion link attaching
bolt.
j. Support ends of torsion links and remove upper torsion link attaching bolt (Figure 4-13, 11).
k. Measure distance bearing retainer nut (Figure 4-11, 12) protrudes below outer cylinder and
record.
l. Remove two nuts, washers, and bolts, and bearing retainer lockplate.
NOTE

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m. Using spanner wrench F72767-3, remove bearing retainer nut. (Retainer nut has been torqued
to approximately 185 foot-pounds.) Slip retainer nut down to rest on inner cylinder yoke.
n. Slip wiper ring down to rest upon the retainer nut.
NOTE
●
While lifting the outer cylinder off, successive up and down motion may be
required to work bearing (10) seal adapter (4) and spacer (2) out of the outer
cylinder. Keep air valve open.
●
Should difficulty be experienced in disassembly, alternate use of clean-dry
pressurized air not exceeding 50 psi may be used. This method may result in
excessive hydraulic fluid spill.
o. Slide seal adapter (4) half way down inner cylinder.
p. Lift the outer cylinder free of the inner cylinder without the use of air pressure.
WARNING
Aliphatic naphtha is toxic, volatile and flammable. Avoid excessive breathing of

vapors and prolonged or repeated skin contact. Use in well-ventilated area away from
ignition sources.
q. With seal adapter (4) about half way down inner cylinder, squirt solvent TT-N-95 or P-D-680 into
groove for O-ring (3).
r. Clean and dry inner cylinder above the seal adapter. Push seal adapter (4) up until O-ring (3) is
on dry surface.
s. Take care not to damage seal adapter (4), or block O-ring groove. Apply leverage and a quick
pull to force seal adapter (4) down and leave O-ring (3) exposed.
NOTE
If excessive difficulty is experienced in performing Step r and Step s, the alternate
method may be used (Step t and Step u).
t. Using a device such as a seal pick or other non-sharp metallic instrument, capture O-ring (3)
and apply pressure holding ring against the inner cylinder.
u. While holding the O-ring (3), gently drive the seal adapter (4) down with a non-metallic
instrument.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to cut seal while it is in groove or use sharp instrument to pry it out.
Use seal pick to lift seal. Insert a smooth piece of sheet metal without sharp edges
under seal where cut is to be made. Avoid scoring the strut, adapter, or bearing.
v. Raise O-rings (3 and 8) and O-rings (6 and 9), cut and remove.
w. Remove backup rings (5 and 7).
x. Wipe inner cylinder with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid.
y. Immerse O-rings in MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid. Coat D-rings with molybdenum disulphide
grease per MIL-G-21164.
z. Work spare O-ring (9) over head-end of inner cylinder, past seal adapter (4). Insert in outer
groove of lower bearing as shown in Figure 4-11.
aa. Work spare O-ring (8) over head-end of inner cylinder, past seal adapter (4). Insert in the inner
groove of the lower bearing (10) as shown in Figure 4-11.
ab. Work back-up rings (5) and (7) over head-end of inner cylinder and insert in outer groove of seal
adapter (4) as shown in Figure 4-11.
ac. Work active O-ring (6), over head-end of inner cylinder and insert between back-up rings (5) and
(7) as shown in Figure 4-11.

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ad. Work active O-ring (3) over head-end of inner cylinder and insert in inner groove of seal adapter
(4) as shown in Figure 4-11.
ae. Check all O-rings for a no-twist condition.
af. Check inner and outer cylinders for cleanliness, and working surfaces for damage.
ag. Wipe inner surface of outer cylinder with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid.
ah. Position outer cylinder over inner cylinder to permit insertion of inner cylinder. Align upper and
lower torsion links with each other and with outer cylinder torsion link mount.
CAUTION
Extreme care must be taken when using O-ring guide assembly. Lower edge is thin
and metal is very soft. If burrs develop, they will damage seals during installation of
outer cylinder.
ai. Install O-ring guide assembly F71312 (1) on the base of the outer cylinder, using clamp 57483-6
aj. Install ring assembly F71342 on the inner cylinder on top of bearing retainer nut (12) and wiper
ring (11). Lower bearing (10), seal adapter (4) and spacer (2) should be resting on top of ring
assembly (13).
ak. Direct spacer (2), seal adapter (4), and bearing (10) into outer cylinder as it is gently lowered
al. Raise outer cylinder about 1/4 inch to remove the ring installed in Step ak.
CAUTION
Do not tighten retaining nut (Figure 4-11, 12) to or beyond torque limits to align
locking slots. Excess torque does not improve sealing. Damage to parts may result.
am. By brush, apply BMS 3-38 (or alternative BMS 3-27) to the bearing retainer nut threads. Ensure
an. Push wiper ring (11) up with retaining nut (Figure 4-11, 12), and torque retaining nut (12) to 185
(+15/-10) foot-pounds. Use spanner wrench F72767-3.
ao. Check distance retaining nut (12) extends from bottom of outer cylinder.
ap. Back off or advance 1/6 to 1/3 turn to achieve this dimension (Step k) and align locking slots. Do
not exceed torque values specified in Step am.
NOTE
The above dimensions may be slightly less than but not more than original
measurement. If dimension is greater, loosen and retorque retainer nut (12). If
dimension is still excessive disassemble shock strut and check for gaps between
mating parts or pinched seals.
aq. After installing the bearing retainer nut, by brush, apply BMS 3-38 (or alternative BMS 3-27) to
ar. With retaining nut (12) properly torqued and locking slots aligned, install locking plate, and
attach it to the base of the outer cylinder with two bolts, washers, and nuts.
as. Install upper torsion link attaching bolt (Figure 4-13, 11) anti-rotation bolt (1), washer and nut.
Tighten to a torque value of 300 inch-pounds, loosen nut and retighten finger tight. Tighten to
next castellation and install lockbolt.
at. Add nut to anti-rotation bolt and tighten to a torque of 45 (±5) inch-pounds.
au. Lubricate torsion link fittings per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
av. Disconnect sling from trunnion bolt and remove hoist assembly.
aw. Remove protective wrap from trunnion bolt and remove trunnion bolt from shock strut.

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ax. Remove wheel chocks and prepare to install main landing gear assembly.
ay. Install main landing gear assembly per Paragraph 4.7.11.
az. Service shock strut per Paragraph 4.7.2.
ba. Connect applicable electrical connectors D593 or D595 at safety switch (S115 or S116) on
torsion link. Secure with safety wire.
bb. Connect applicable electrical connector D1311 or D1312 at upper aft end of truck assembly.
Secure with safety wire.
bc. Install tubing and wire support clamps.
bd. Remove plugs from brake tubing and connect pneumatic and hydraulic tubing to lower strut
inboard and outboard hydraulic bracket. (See Figure 4-6.)
be. Cover yellow dot on outer cylinder with a coat of enamel BMS 10-60, color 707 Gray, per T.O.
AEW-23 .
4.7.19 Main Gear Shock Strut Active Seal and Spare Seal Replacement - Preferred Method (Greene
Tweed Seals)
NOTE
are installed.
a. Remove applicable landing gear per Paragraph 4.7.9.
b. Install wheel chocks on front and rear wheels.
CAUTION
Exercise care to avoid damage to the air valve when attaching hoist sling to outer
cylinder.
c. Provide a suitable hoist device with a lift capability of 1000 pounds and a height capability of
approximately 14 feet for raising the outer cylinder above the inner cylinder.
d. Lightly lubricate oleo-to-trunnion bolt with MIL-PRF-23827 grease and insert into the outer shock
strut fork, and lightly secure it with the installation washer, nut, and cotter pin.
e. Protect the oleo-to-trunnion bolt center with a wraparound non-abrasive strap.
f. Insert a non-abrasive strap of sufficient strength under the oleo-to-trunnion bolt and secure both
ends to the hoisting device. Take up the slack.
g. Disconnect applicable electrical connector D593 or D595 at safety switch (S115 or S116) on
torsion link.
h. Disconnect applicable electrical connector D1311 or D1312 at upper aft end of truck.
i. Disconnect electrical wiring, hydraulic and pneumatic brake tubing on torsion links. Plug/cap
tubing and electrical connectors.
j. Secure tubing and electrical wiring to facilitate the removal of the upper torsion link attaching
bolt (Figure 4-13, 11).
k. Remove anti-rotation bolt (1) through upper torsion link attaching bolt (11).
l. Support torsion links and remove bolt (11).
m. Measure distance bearing retainer nut (Figure 4-12, 14) protrudes below outer cylinder and
record.
n. Remove two nuts, washers, and bolts, and bearing retainer lockplate.
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o. Using spanner wrench F72767-3, remove bearing retainer nut (14). (Retainer nut has been
tightened to a torque of approximately 185 foot-pounds). Slip retainer nut down to rest on inner
cylinder yoke.
p. Slip wiper ring down to rest upon the retainer nut.
NOTE
●
While lifting the outer cylinder off, successive up and down motion may be
required to work bearing (15), seal adapter (19) and spacer (21) out of the outer
cylinder. Keep air valve open.
●
Should difficulty be experienced in disassembly, alternate use of clean, dry,
pressurized air not exceeding 100 psi may be used. This method may result in
considerable hydraulic fluid spillage.
q. Lift the outer cylinder free of the inner cylinder without the use of air pressure.
r. Slide seal adapter (19) and bearing (15) down as necessary.
WARNING
P-D-680 is combustible and moderately toxic to eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Eye
and skin protection is required. Good general ventilation is normally adequate.
s. Squirt P-D-680 solvent into active dynamic seal (3) groove.
NOTE
A seal pick or other non-sharp metallic instrument may be used to perform Step t
through Step v and Step x through Step z.
t. Remove backup rings (1 and 2).
u. Remove seal (3) and slide up.
(1) Clean and dry inner cylinder (13) above seal adapter (19). Push seal adapter up until seal
(3) is on dry surface.
(2) Taking care not to damage seal adapter (19), or block seal groove, apply downward force
with a quick pull to force seal adapter down and leave seal (3) exposed.
(3) Capture seal (3) with a seal pick and apply pressure, holding seal against inner cylinder
(13).
(4) While holding seal (3) gently drive seal adapter (19) down with a non-metallic tool.
v. Remove backup rings (4 and 5).
CAUTION
Do not attempt to cut seal while it is in groove or use sharp object to pry it out. Use
seal where cut is to be made. Avoid scoring the strut, adapter, or bearing.
w. Raise seal (3) from groove, cut and remove.
x. Remove spare seal backup rings (6 and 7).
y. Remove spare seal (8) and slide up.
z. Remove backup rings (9 and 10).

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CAUTION
seal where cut is to be made. Avoid scoring the strut, adapter, or bearing.
aa. Raise seal (8) from groove, cut and remove.
ab. Remove active static seal backup rings (16 and 18).
CAUTION
ac. Cut and discard seals (11 and 17). Raise seals (11 and 17) from groove, cut and remove.
ad. Wipe inner cylinder with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid.
ae. Coat new, serviceable seals (3, 8, 11, and 17) with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid. Coat dynamic
seals (3 and 8) with molybdenum disulphide grease MIL-G-21164.
CAUTION
Seal (11) must be inverted as shown in Figure 4-12 or it will be damaged.
af. Work spare static seal (11) over head end of inner cylinder, past seal adapter (19). Invert and
insert in outer groove of lower bearing (15). Check that seal is not twisted.
CAUTION
Radii on white teflon backup rings (7 and 9) must match radii on seal (8), as shown in
Figure 4-12. Otherwise, seal may be damaged in use.
ag. Install serviceable backup rings (10) and (9).
CAUTION
Ensure that seal (8) and backup ring (6) are level with or below top of bearing (15). If
backup ring and/or seal protrude above top of bearing, backup ring and/or seal may
be damaged in use. Replace parts as necessary.
ah. Work spare dynamic seal (8) over head of inner cylinder, past seal adapter (19) and insert in the
inner groove of lower bearing (15). Make sure seal is not twisted.
CAUTION
Radii on white teflon backup rings (7 and 9) must match radii on seal (8), as shown in
Figure 4-12. Otherwise, seal may be damaged in use.
ai. Install serviceable backup rings (7) and (6).
aj. Work active static seal (17) over head end of inner cylinder and insert in outer groove of seal
adapter (19). Check that seal is not twisted.
CAUTION
The radius on each backup ring must be toward the seal. Otherwise, seal may be
damaged in use.
ak. Install serviceable backup rings (16 and 18).

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CAUTION
Radii on white teflon backup rings (2 and 4) must match radii on seal (3). Otherwise
seal may be damaged in use.
al. Install serviceable backup rings (5) and then (4).
CAUTION
Ensure that seal (3) and backup ring (1) are level with or below top of adapter (19). If
backup ring and or seal protrude above top of adapter, backup ring and/or seal may
be damaged in use. Replace parts as necessary.
am. Work active dynamic seal (3) over head of inner cylinder and insert in inner groove of seal
adapter (19). Make sure that seal is not twisted.
CAUTION
Radii on white teflon backup rings (2 and 4) must match radii on seal (3). Otherwise
seal may be damaged in use.
an. Insert serviceable backup rings (2) and then (1).
ao. Check inner and outer cylinders for cleanliness, and working surfaces for damage.
ap. Wipe inner surface of outer cylinder with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid.
aq. Position outer cylinder over inner cylinder to permit insertion of inner cylinder.
ar. Align upper and lower torsion links with each other and with outer cylinder torsion link mount.
CAUTION
Extreme care must be taken when using O-ring guide assembly F71312 (Figure 4-11,
1). Lower edge is thin and metal is very soft. If burrs develop, they will damage seals
during installation of outer cylinder.
as. Install O-ring guide assembly F71312 (1) on the base of the outer cylinder, using clamp 57483-6
at. Install ring assembly F71342 (13) on the inner cylinder on top of bearing retainer nut (12) and
wiper ring (11). Lower bearing (10), seal adapter (4) and spacer (2) should be resting on top of
ring assembly.
au. Direct spacer (2), seal adapter (4), and bearing (10) into outer cylinder. Lower outer cylinder
completely.
av. Remove clamp 57483-6 and O-ring guide assembly F71312 (1).
aw. Raise outer cylinder 1/4 inch to remove ring assembly F71342 (13).
CAUTION
Do not tighten retainer nut (12) beyond torque limits to align locking slots. Excess
torque does not improve sealing and may damage parts.
ax. By brush, apply BMS 3-38 (or alternative BMS 3-27) to the bearing retainer nut threads. Ensure
ay. Push wiper ring (11) up with retainer nut (12).
az. Install retainer nut and tighten to a torque of 185 (+15/-10) foot-pounds. Back-off 1/6 to 1/3 turn
to align locking slots. Use spanner wrench F72767-3.
ba. Check distance retainer nut (12) protrudes below bottom of outer cylinder. Dimension must
equal that obtained in Step m within 0.03 inch.

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NOTE
The above dimension may be slightly less than but not more than original
measurement. If dimension is greater, loosen and retighten retainer nut (12). If
dimension is still excessive, disassemble shock strut and check for gaps between
mating parts or pinched seals.
bb. After installing the bearing retainer nut, by brush, apply BMS 3-38 (or alternative BMS 3-27) to
bc. With retainer nut (12) properly tightened and locking slots aligned, install locking plate, and
attach it with two bolts, washers, and nuts.
bd. Butter-lubricate shank of upper torsion link attaching bolt (Figure 4-13, 11) with MIL-PRF-23827.
Do not allow grease on threads of bolt.
NOTE
Head of bolt (11) shall point inboard on the left gear and outboard on the right gear.
be. Install upper torsion link attaching bolt (11) washer and nut. Insert anti-rotation bolt (1).
bf. Tighten bolt (11) nut to a torque of 300 inch-pounds, loosen, and retighten finger-tight to next
castellation. Continue tightening as necessary for lock-bolt installation. Install lockbolt and nut.
bg. Add nut to anti-rotation bolt and tighten to a torque of 45 (±5) inch-pounds.
bh. Lubricate torsion link fittings IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 .
bi. Disconnect sling from trunnion bolt and remove hoist assembly.
bj. Remove protective wrap from trunnion bolt and remove trunnion bolt from shock strut.
bk. Remove wheel chocks and prepare to install main landing gear assembly.
bl. Install main landing gear assembly IAW Paragraph 4.7.11.
bm. Connect applicable electrical connector D593 or D595 at safety switch (S115 or S116) on torsion
link. Secure with safety wire.
bn. Connect applicable electrical connector D1311 or D1312 at upper aft end of truck assembly.
Secure with safety wire.
bo. Install tubing or wire support clamps.
bp. Remove plugs from brake tubing and connect pneumatic and hydraulic tubing to lower strut
inboard and outboard hydraulic bracket. (See Figure 4-6).
bq. Cover yellow dot on outer cylinder with a coat of enamel BMS 10-60, color 707 Gray, IAW T.O.
AEW-23 .
br. If not already applied, apply a two-inch diameter red dot on forward face of outer cylinder above
torsion link attachment, with enamel MIL-P-83286 color No. 11136 IAW T.O. AEW-23 .
4.7.20 Main Gear Truck Removal (See Figure 4-10.)
a. Ensure that nose and main gear wheel well doors are open and secured IAW Section I.
b. Ensure that nose and main gear downlocks are installed IAW Section I.
c. Depressurize utility and auxiliary hydraulic systems IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 .
d. Fully discharge brake accumulator by operating brake pedals until HYD BRAKE PRESS gage on
e. Simulate airborne mode on ground IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 , Section I, Para 1.4.4.
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f. If not done in Step e, open the following LANDING GEAR circuit breakers on P5 circuit breaker
panel and tag if panel will not be under continuous observation:
g. Deflate MLG shock strut and install MLG oleo lock.
h. Jack aircraft per T.O. AEW-2-7 until main gear wheels are approximately four inches off ground.
i. Disconnect and remove four brake assemblies per Section IX.
j. Disconnect and plug pneumatic and hydraulic lines at lower strut hydraulic brackets (Figure 4-6,
21, 25).
k. Disconnect applicable electrical connector D593 or D595 at safety switch (S115 or S116) on
torsion link.
l. Disconnect applicable electrical connector D1311P or D1312P on the upper side of the truck
m. Remove clamps from electrical wiring on wheel truck, coil and tie to torsion links.
n. Disconnect electrical connector D596 from leveling switch (S118) and remove leveling switch
and actuator linkage.
o. Position a jack under each truck jack pad to support wheel truck.
p. Remove brake equalizer rods.
(1) Remove nut, washer and bolt securing pin at each brake collar.
(2) Tap out pins in direction of the truck at each gear brake collar.
(3) Remove nut, washer and bolt securing pin at shock strut end of brake equalizer rods.
(4) Remove brake equalizer rods.
q. Disconnect hydraulic line at leveling cylinder and snubber unit. Plug line and cap connection on
unit.
r. Disconnect aft end of leveling cylinder and snubber unit from lug on aft end of truck.
s. Support truck to prevent from supping off jacks. Remove pivot nut lock bolt, pivot bolt nut and
washer.
t. Insert a rod through lock bolt holes in pivot bolt.
u. Adjust height at one jack while applying a rotative force to pivot bolt with rod to test when bolt
is free.
NOTE
It may be necessary to twist truck to one side or the other to free pivot bolt.
v. When pivot bolt rotates freely, slide out and remove.
w. Lower truck assembly onto transport dolly and move from aircraft.
x. Remove brake hydraulic tubing, electrical cables and all clamps if truck is to be replaced. Cap
lines and fittings.
4.7.21 Main Gear Truck Installation (See Figure 4-10.)
a. Verify that nose and main gear wheel well doors are open and secured IAW Section I.
b. Verify that nose and main gear downlocks are installed IAW Section I.
c. Verify that utility and auxiliary hydraulic systems are depressurized IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 .

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d. Verify that airborne mode on ground is simulated IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 , Section I, Para 1.4.4.
WARNING

e. Verify that following LANDING GEAR circuit breakers on P5 circuit breaker panel are open and
tagged.
f. Position a serviceable wheel truck assembly under main gear shock strut with a jack under each
jack pad.
NOTE
The lug on top of truck for snubber unit must be to rear of shock strut.
g. Steady truck on jacks and adjust jacks to align truck pivot bolt hole with bushings in shock strut.
Check that pivot bolt and internal bearing surfaces for bolt are clean and lightly lubricated with
MIL-PRF-23827 grease.
h. Insert pivot bolt and line up hole for lock bolt.
i. Install washer and nut on pivot bolt. Tighten nut to a torque of 300 inch-pounds, loosen nut and
retighten fingertight. Tighten to next castellation and install lock bolt and nut.
j. Install brake equalizer rods as follows:
(1) Ensure that pivot pins, installation bolts, and pivot bushings are clean. Lightly lubricated
with MIL-PRF-23827 grease.
(2) Install equalizer rods on shock strut inner cylinder lower terminal and insert pivot pins.
NOTE
Narrow fork end on forward brake equalizer rod is placed directly on lower terminal.
Wide fork end on aft brake equalizer rod is installed over narrow end of forward rod.
One pivot pin secures both fork ends to lower terminal.
(3) Raise each equalizer rod to align with attachment lug on brake collar. Insert pins from
truck side of rods and tap in pivot pins.
(4) Insert securing bolt through inside of pivot pin. Install washer and nut. Secure with cotter
pin.
k. Connect centering cylinder and snubber unit to truck with bolt, washer and nut. Tighten to a
torque of 32.5 (±2.5) foot-pounds.
l. Lower truck and remove jacks.
m. Attach brake hydraulic and pneumatic lines to truck assembly.
n. Remove plugs and connect brake hydraulic and pneumatic lines at lower strut hydraulic
brackets (Figure 4-6, 21, 25).
o. Remove cap from hydraulic connector on leveling cylinder and snubber unit and attach
hydraulic line.
p. Install truck leveling switch (S118) assembly with three bolts and nuts. Connect electrical plug
D596 to truck level switch and secure with safety wire.
q. Connect leveling switch link to inner cylinder with bolt, flat washer, spring washer, bushing, link,
flat washer, strut inner cylinder and nut. Secure nut with cotter pin. Ensure that the leveling

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switch link is correctly assembled and connected to the switch arm (S118) and secured with nut
and cotter pin (See Section II, Figure 2-27).
r. Uncoil electrical cables and connect applicable electrical plug D593 or D595 at safety switch
(S115 or S116) on torsion link. Secure plug with safety wire.
s. Connect applicable electrical plug D1311P or D1312P to receptacle aft of shock strut on upper
side of truck. Secure with safety wire.
t. Install clamps on hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical lines per T.O. AEW-2-21-1 .
u. Install four brake assemblies per Section IX.
v. Install main landing gear hose protective covering per Figure 4-14.
WARNING
w. Pressurize utility hydraulic system per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
x. Operate reset handle on deboost valve for centering cylinder to charge leveling cylinder and
y. Bleed leveling cylinder and snubber unit IAW Paragraph 4.7.4.
z. Operate brakes and check brake lines connection for leaks IAW T.O. AEW-2-29-1 .
aa. Bleed brakes IAW Section IX.
ab. Bleed pneumatic brake system IAW Section XI.
ac. Check hydraulic lines for leaks IAW T.O. AEW-2-29-1 .
ad. Check operation of skid detectors IAW Section IX.
ae. Lubricate truck assembly IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 .
af. Apply corrosion preventive compound to truck beam interior surface IAW T.O. AEW-23 .
ag. Remove MLG oleo lock and service shock strut IAW Paragraph 4.7.2.
ah. Remove external ground locks and perform operational test of landing gear IAW Paragraph 4.4.
ai. Tilt truck and check operation of truck leveling switch (S118).
aj. Install downlocks IAW Section I.
ak. Lower aircraft and remove jacks IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 .
al. Close following LANDING GEAR circuit breakers on P5 circuit breaker panel and remove tags:
(5) ANTI-SKID-TEST
4.7.22 Main Gear Truck Removal - Alternate Method
a. Open and secure nose and main gear wheel well doors IAW Section I.
b. Install nose and main gear downlocks IAW Section I.
c. Depressurize utility and auxiliary hydraulic systems IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 .
d. Fully discharge brake accumulator by operating brake pedals until HYD BRAKE PRESS gage on

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WARNING
Before opening circuit breakers in Step f(1) and Step f(2), simulate airborne per Step e
to prevent injury to personnel and/or damage to aircraft.
e. Simulate airborne mode on ground IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 , Section I, Para 1.4.4.
f. If not done in Step e, open the following LANDING GEAR circuit breakers on P5 circuit breaker
panel and tag if panel will not be under continuous observation:
g. Deflate MLG shock strut and install MLG oleo lock on affected truck assembly.
h. Jack aircraft per T.O. AEW-2-7 until main gear wheels are approximately four inches off ground.
i. Disconnect and remove four brake assemblies per Section IX.
j. Remove cover from lower side of truck assembly.
k. Remove brake hydraulic tubing, including all attaching clamps.
l. Disconnect band clamps from truck assembly.
m. Inspect band clamps per T.O. AEW-2-21-1 .
n. Disconnect and plug pneumatic and hydraulic lines at lower strut hydraulic brackets (Figure 4-6,
21, 25).
o. Disconnect hydraulic line at leveling cylinder and snubber unit. Plug line and cap connection on
unit.
p. Remove leveling cylinder on affected truck.
q. Disconnect applicable electrical connector D593 or D595 at safety switch (S115 or S116) on
torsion link.
r. Disconnect applicable electrical connector D1311P or D1312P on the upper side of the truck
s. Remove brake equalizer rods as follows:
(1) Remove nut, washer and bolt securing pin at each brake collar.
(2) Tap out pins in direction of the truck at each gear brake collar.
(3) Remove nut, washer and bolt securing pin at shock strut end of brake equalizer rods.
(4) Remove brake equalizer rods.
t. Remove brake collars per Section IX.
u. Place floor jack with sufficient shoring under center of truck assembly being removed.
v. Support truck assembly to prevent from slipping off floor jack.
w. Remove pivot nut lock bolt, pivot bolt nut and washer.
x. Install puller assembly on pivot bolt.
y. Adjust the height of the floor jack while applying a force to the pivot bolt.
z. When pivot bolt is free, slide bolt out and remove.
aa. Lower truck assembly onto transport dolly and remove truck from aircraft.

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4.7.23 Main Gear Truck Installation - Alternate Method

NOTE
Brake support collar and brake can be installed as an assembly.
c. Verify that utility and auxiliary hydraulic systems are depressurized IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 .
WARNING
Before opening circuit breakers in Step e(1) and Step e(2), simulate airborne per Step
d to prevent injury to personnel and/or damage to aircraft.
d. Simulate airborne mode on ground IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 , Section I, Para 1.4.4.
e. If not done in Step d, verify the following LANDING GEAR circuit breakers on P5 circuit breaker
panel are opened and tagged if panel will not be under continuous observation:
NOTE
If a new truck assembly is being installed perform Step f and Step g as required. If old
truck is being reinstalled, proceed to Step h.
f. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, dislodge the upper and lower plugs on the front opening of
the truck beam and discard plugs.
g. If the topcoat on the truck beam interior finish was disturbed/damaged during plug removal of
Step f, repair IAW T.O. AEW-23 .
h. Using floor jack with sufficient shoring, position truck assembly under main gear shock strut.
i. Support truck assembly to prevent from slipping off floor jack.
NOTE
The lug on the top of the truck assembly being installed must be to the rear of the
shock strut.
j. Raise truck assembly and adjust floor jack to align truck pivot bolt hole with bushings in shock
strut. Verify pivot bolt and internal bearing surfaces for bolt are clear and lightly lubricated with
MIL-G-21164 grease.
k. Insert pivot bolt and align hole for lock bolt insertion.
l. Insert washer and nut on pivot bolt. Tighten nut to a torque of 300 inch-pounds run-on torque.
Loosen nut and tighten finger tight. Tighten to next castellation and install lock bolt and nut.
m. Install brake support collar and brake per Section IX.
n. Install brake equalizer rods as follows:
(1) Ensure that pivot pins, installation bolts, and pivot bushings are clean and lightly
lubricated with MIL-G-21164 grease.
(2) Install equalizer rods on shock strut inner cylinder lower terminal and insert pivot pins.

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NOTE
Narrow fork end on forward brake equalizer rod is placed directly on lower terminal.
Wide fork end on aft brake equalizer rod is installed over narrow end of forward rod.
One pivot pin secures both fork ends to lower terminal.
(3) Raise each equalizer rod to align with attachment lug on brake collar. Insert pins from
truck side of rods and tap in pivot pins.
(4) Insert securing bolt through inside of pivot pin. Install washer and nut and secure with
cotter pin.
o. Install centering cylinder and snubber unit to truck with bolt, washer and nut. Tighten to a
torque of 32.5 (±2.5) foot-pounds.
p. Remove cap from hydraulic connector on leveling cylinder and snubber unit and attach
hydraulic line.
q. Remove plugs and connect brake hydraulic and pneumatic lines at lower strut hydraulic
brackets (Figure 4-6, 21, 25).
r. Attach brake hydraulic and pneumatic lines to truck assembly.
s. Install truck leveling switch (S118) assembly with three bolts and nuts. Connect electrical
connector D596 to truck level switch and secure connector with safety wire.
t. Connect leveling switch link to inner cylinder with bolt, flat washer, spring washer, bushing, link,
flat washer, strut inner cylinder and nut. Secure nut with cotter pin.
u. Uncoil electrical cables and connect applicable electrical connector D593 or D595 at safety
switch (S115 or S116) on torsion link. Secure connector with safety wire.
v. Connect applicable electrical connector D1311P or D1312P to receptacle aft of shock strut on
upper side of truck. Secure connector with safety wire.
w. Install band clamps on truck assembly per T.O. AEW-2-21-1 .
x. Install clamps on hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical lines.
y. Install cover on lower side of truck assembly and ensure hoses are routed under the spacers
that hold the cover to the truck per Figure 4-14, Sheet 1.
z. Install main landing gear hose protective covering per Figure 4-14.
aa. Install four brake assemblies per Section IX and four wheel assemblies per Paragraph 4.7.8.
WARNING
ab. Pressurize utility hydraulic system per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
ac. Operate reset handle on deboost valve for centering cylinder to charge leveling cylinder and
ad. Bleed leveling cylinder and snubber unit IAW Paragraph 4.7.4.
ae. Operate brakes and check brake line connections for leaks.
af. Bleed brakes IAW Section IX.
ag. Bleed pneumatic brake system IAW Section XI.
ah. Check hydraulic lines for leaks.
ai. Close following LANDING GEAR circuit breakers on P5 circuit breaker panel and remove tags:
aj. Check operation of skid detectors IAW Section IX.

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ak. Lubricate truck pivot, brake equalizer rods and centering cylinder (including snubber unit) IAW
T.O. AEW-2-7 .
al. Apply corrosion preventive compound to truck beam interior surface IAW T.O. AEW-23 .
am. Remove MLG oleo lock and service shock strut IAW Paragraph 4.7.2.
an. Jack aircraft (if required) and ensure aircraft is approximately 4 inches off ground. If aircraft has
settled, jack aircraft approximately four inches off of ground per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
ao. Remove external ground locks and perform operational test of landing gear IAW Paragraph 4.4.
ap. Tilt truck and check operation of truck leveling switch (S118).
aq. Install downlocks IAW Section I.
ar. Lower aircraft and remove jacks IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 .
as. Close following LANDING GEAR circuit breakers on P5 circuit breaker panel and remove tags:
4.7.24 Main Gear Torsion Links Removal (See Figure 4-13.)
a. Ensure that nose and main gear downlocks are installed IAW Section I.
b. Ensure that main gear wheel well doors are open and secured IAW Section I.
c. Depressurize utility hydraulic system IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 .
d. Simulate airborne mode on ground IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 , Section I, Para 1.4.4.
WARNING

e. If not done in Step d, open following LANDING GEAR circuit breakers on P5 circuit breaker panel
f. Disconnect applicable electrical connector D593 or D595 at safety switch on torsion link.
g. Disconnect safety switch actuation linkage (7) from lower torsion link (3).
h. Remove bolts attaching safety switch bracket (8) to upper torsion link (2).
i. Disconnect electrical wiring and brake lines from support clamps on torsion links. Remove wire
and tubing support clamps.
j. Support ends of torsion links and remove torsion links apex connecting bolt (5), torsion link
spacer (6) and apex washer (10).
k. Remove anti-rotation bolt (1) through upper torsion link attaching bolt (11).
l. Support upper torsion link (2) and remove attaching bolt (11). Remove upper torsion link.
m. Remove anti-rotation bolt through lower torsion link attaching bolt (4).
n. Support lower torsion link (3) and remove attaching bolt (4). Remove lower torsion link (3).
4.7.25 Main Gear Torsion Links Installation (See Figure 4-13.)
c. Verity that utility and auxiliary hydraulic systems are depressurized IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 .

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d. Verify that airborne mode on ground is simulated IAW T.O. AEW-2-7 , Section I, Para 1.4.4.
WARNING

e. Verify following LANDING GEAR circuit breakers on P5 circuit breaker panel are open and
tagged.
NOTE
All attachment bolts and pins must be cleaned and lightly lubricated with
MIL-PRF-23827 grease before installation.
f. Position lower torsion link (3) to align with lower torsion link oleo lug.
NOTE
Head on bolt (4) must be installed on Left hand side.
g. Insert lower attachment bolt (4) and install anti-rotation bolt. Add serrated washer and nut to
attachment bolt. Tighten to a torque of 300 inch-pounds, loosen nut, and retighten finger tight.
Tighten to next castellation and install lockbolt and nut.
h. Add nut to anti-rotation bolt and tighten to a torque of 45 (±5) inch-pounds.
i. Position upper torsion link (2) to align with oleo lug.
NOTE
Head on bolt (11) must be installed on right hand side.
j. Insert upper attachment bolt (11) and install anti-rotation bolt (1). Add serrated washer and nut
to attachment bolt. Tighten to a torque of 300 inch-pounds, loosen nut and retighten finger
tight. Tighten to next castellation and install lockbolt and nut.
k. Add nut to anti-rotation bolt and tighten to a torque of 45 (±5) inch-pounds.
NOTE
Head on bolt (5) must be installed on left hand side.
l. Insert apex connecting bolt (5) through upper torsion link (2), torsion link spacer (6), lower
torsion link (3) and apex bolt washer (10). Tighten to a torque of 300 inch-pounds, loosen nut
and retighten finger tight. Tighten to next castellation and install lockbolt and nut.
m. Install safety switch bracket (8) and main gear safety switch (S115 or S116) on upper torsion
link with two bolts and nuts (9).
n. Connect switch actuation linkage (7) to lower torsion link using hardware in following order:
bolt, flat washer, torsion link, large flat washer, bushing, spring washer, link, flat washer and
nut. Secure nut with cotter pin.
o. Connect applicable electrical plug D593 or D595 to safety switch (S115 or S116). Secure plug
with safety wire.
p. Install wire and tubing supports clamps to torsion links. Connect brake lines and electrical wiring
to support clamps.
q. Close circuit breakers opened in Step e and remove tags.
r. Lubricate torsion links per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
4.7.26 Main Gear Centering Cylinder and Snubber Unit Removal (See Figure 4-15.)

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d. Disconnect hydraulic line at unit. Plug line and cap connection on unit.
CAUTION
Care must be taken to avoid spilling fluid from unit. Should this occur it will be
necessary to refill and bleed unit.
e. Remove nuts, washers and pivot bolts at each end of unit, and remove unit.
f. If valve is to be replaced, remove union for installation on replacement unit.
4.7.27 Main Gear Centering Cylinder and Snubber Unit Installation (See Figure 4-15.)
NOTE
Fluid leakage from centering cylinder/snubber assembly after storage at zero pressure
is not to be cause for rejection.
e. Install unit between lugs on aft end of truck and aft side of shock strut inner cylinder.
f. Insert attachment bolts with heads retained by bolt stops. Add washers and self-locking nuts.
Tighten nuts to a torque range of 32.5 (±2.5) foot-pounds.
NOTE
Insert long bolt in forward attachment.
g. Remove plug and check that hydraulic line to unit is full of fluid. If necessary, operate reset
handle on deboost valve to bleed air from line.
h. If centering cylinder and snubber unit is a replacement unit, install union with new O-ring
lubricated with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid.
i. Remove cap from hydraulic connection on unit and attach hydraulic line.
j. Remove tag from INTCON VALVE switch on P11 HYDRAULIC panel.
k. Fill and bleed centering cylinder per Paragraph 4.7.4.
l. Lubricate three grease fittings on centering cylinder with MIL-PRF-23827 grease per T.O.
AEW-2-7 .
m. Perform a main gear truck tilt test per Paragraph 4.4.
4.7.28 Main Gear Drag Strut Removal (See Figure 4-16.)
e. Jack aircraft per T.O. AEW-2-7 until main gear wheels are approximately four inches off ground.
f. Release clamps to free tubing attached to drag strut.

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g. Disconnect shock strut doors from drag strut.
h. Remove drag strut upper attachment bolt and swing drag strut down clear of hydraulic and
pneumatic brake lines.
i. Support drag strut and disconnect lower attachment bolt. Remove drag strut from landing gear.
j. If drag strut is to be replaced, remove three clamps noting spacing and position of clamps.
4.7.29 Main Gear Drag Strut Installation (See Figure 4-16.)
d. Verify that INTCON VALVE switch on P11 HYDRAULIC panel is in OFF position and tagged.
e. If drag strut is a replacement unit, install clamps removed from old strut.
f. Place eye end of drag strut between lugs on forward side of shock strut. Insert bolt, cleaned and
lightly coated with corrosion preventive compound MIL-PRF-8116. Add nut.
g. Move drag strut upward and line fork end up with arm on trunnion. Insert bolt, cleaned and
lightly coated with corrosion preventive compound MIL-PRF-8116. Add nut.
h. Tighten nuts on upper and lower attachment bolts to 300 inch-pounds, then loosen nut and
retighten fingertight. Tighten to next castellation and secure with cotter pins.
i. Connect shock strut door straps to drag strut. Tighten strap bolts to a torque of 190 (±5)
inch-pounds.
j. Attach brake lines to drag strut.
k. Remove tag from INTCON VALVE switch on P11 HYDRAULIC panel.
l. Lower aircraft and remove jacks per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
m. Lubricate drag strut per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
4.7.30 Main Gear Side Strut Removal (See Figure 4-17.)
b. Ensure that main gear wheel well doors are open and secured per Section I.
d. Jack aircraft per T.O. AEW-2-7 until main gear wheels are approximately four inches off ground.
e. Remove main gear downlock (Section I, Figure 1-1).
f. Remove cotter pin, nut, and washer at junction of side strut upper and lower segments. (See
detail B, Figure 4-17.)
g. Support lower segment and remove attachment bolt joining side strut segments.
h. Lower top end of lower segment.
i. Remove cotter pin, nut, washer and bolt attaching side strut lower universal (detail C), to shock
strut inboard attachment lug. Remove side strut lower segment with universal fitting attached.
j. Remove cotter pin, nut, washer and bolt attaching side strut lower universal to side strut lower
segment. Remove universal.
k. Support side strut upper segment and release lock roller manually. Upper segment will swing
down to hang vertically when released from lock assembly.
l. Support side strut upper segment (detail A) and remove installation cotter pin, nut, and eyebolt.

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NOTE
Side strut actuator is attached to installation bolt. When installation bolt is removed to
release side strut upper assembly, leave installation bolt hanging from actuator piston
rod.
m. Lower side strut upper segment and remove from aircraft.
n. Remove side strut upper universal if replacement is to be made.
4.7.31 Main Gear Side Strut Installation (See Figure 4-17.)
a. Verify that nose and main gear downlocks are installed per Section I.
b. Verify that main gear wheel well doors are open and secured per Section I.
d. Before installation, clean and lightly lubricate all attachment bolts with MIL-PRF-23827 grease.
e. Position side strut upper universal between floor beams (Figure 4-17, detail A). Insert bolt,
washer and nut.
NOTE
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Cam on upper universal must be installed with smallest diameter lightening hole
inboard.
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Lock roller must be on aft side of strut.
f. Tighten nut to a torque of 300 inch-pounds, then loosen nut and retighten finger tight. Tighten
to next castellation and secure with cotter pin.
NOTE
Lock roller must be on aft side of strut.
g. Support and place upper segment to align with upper universal (detail A). Insert bolt and attach
with nut and washer. Torque nut and secure with cotter pin.
h. Check that eyebolt is attached to side strut actuator rod. Insert eye bolt through upper segment
and upper universal, add nut and tighten to a torque of 550 (±250) inch-pounds secure with
cotter pin.
i. Position side strut lower segment to align with upper segment and insert assembly bolt (detail
B). Check that flat of bolthead contacts surface of antirotation lug. Add washer and nut.
j. Tighten nut to a torque of 300 inch-pounds, then loosen nut and retighten fingertight. Tighten to
next castellation and secure with cotter pin.
CAUTION
Side strut lower universals are not symmetrical. If universal is inverted on installation,
main gear may not lock in down position using emergency extension system.
NOTE
Universal has the marking DN and an arrow on each side. If markings are blotted out
or removed, position universal with grease fitting down.
k. Position lower universal (detail C), with grease fitting on down side, and install bolt, washer, and
nut.
l. Tighten lower universal nut to a torque of 300 inch-pounds, then loosen, and retighten finger
tight. Tighten to next castellation and secure with cotter pin.
m. Lubricate side strut per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
n. Perform operational checkout of main landing gear per Paragraph 4.4.

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4.7.32 Main Gear Shock Strut Doors Removal (See Figure 4-18.)

e. Remove lower door.
(1) Support lower door and disconnect and remove door actuating rod.
(2) Disconnect door actuating link.
(3) Remove spring pins from both ends of hinge. Retain pins for reinstallation.
(4) Drive out hinge pin and remove door.
f. Remove upper forward door.
(1) Support upper forward door and disconnect and remove actuating rod.
(2) Disconnect door actuating link.
(3) Remove screws, nuts and washers for forward upper door hinge at main landing gear
shock strut door and remove door.
g. Remove upper aft door.
(1) Disconnect actuating rod.
(2) Remove bolts attaching hinges to door. Remove door.
NOTE
Keep shims (if any) with the related hinges.
h. Remove shock strut door.
NOTE
Shock strut door may be removed with or without lower door or upper forward door
attached.
(1) Disconnect rods and link from door.
(2) Remove bolts, washers and nuts attaching eye bolts to drag strut straps.
(3) Support door and remove bolts, washers and nuts attaching eye bolts to shock strut.
Remove door.
4.7.33 Main Gear Shock Strut Doors Installation (See Figure 4-18.)
e. Install shock strut door.
(1) Raise door into position so that attaching lugs align with shock strut and drag strut
support points.
(2) Install bolts securing eye bolts to straps on drag strut. Coat bolts with MIL-C-11796, class
3 corrosion compound. Add nuts and washers, tighten nuts finger tight. Secure nut with
cotter pin.

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NOTE
If shock strut door is being replaced with new, upper forward actuating rod cannot be
connected until door has been initially adjusted. Remove the actuating crank, and
then check and adjust door per adjustment procedure Paragraph 4.7.6, Step d and
Paragraph 4.7.6, Step e until the actuating rod can be connected. Then connect the
actuating rod in Step (3) below and continue.
(3) Connect actuating rods and links. See Step g and Step h for nominal lengths of rods and
links.
CAUTION
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The following steps provide correct spacing between the attachment angle on
the door assembly, wing trailing edge landing gear oleo and the eye
attachment, and also ensures that the correct bolts and nuts are installed.
●
The OEM NAS1106-21W bolts and NAS679A6 Nuts were only applicable to
ZH101 and ZH102, and BACB30UU6K21 Bolts and MS21042L6 Nuts for ZH103
thru ZH107. However, cannibalization of parts from aircraft to aircraft will
increase the chance some component installations will vary from aircraft to
aircraft.
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Addition of these shims and installation of stronger bolts and nuts as depicted in
the following steps satisfy STI 028 and BSL-E3D-SL-52-1-B.
(4) Fit Oleo Door Attachment Angles 60-3187-3005 and -3006 loosely without removed shims.
See Figure 4-18 detail C.
(5) Ensure angles are parallel to the mounting surfaces, measure shimmed gap at the end of
each angle. Using Part No. BACS40R016B016F Laminated Shim (1.6” x 1.6” square)
material peel off required amount of laminations to obtain gap.
(6) Remove Oleo Door Attachment Angles 60-3187-3005 and -3006.
(7) Using two BACB30UU6K21 Bolts, two AN960D616 Washers, and two MS21042L6 Nuts refit
Oleo Door Attachment Angles 60-3187-3005 and -3006 with shims from Step (5) and
tighten.
(8) Check and adjust door alignment per Paragraph 4.7.6.
f. Install upper aft door.
(1) From under wing, hold upper aft door for attachment to hinges.
NOTE
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Any shims taken out should be added under hinges.
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Replacement "Hinge Assy. Landing Gear aft outboard door" may come with
Sintered Bearings part No. 9-64366-3004. These Assemblies are to be annotated
with: "Do not Grease, this hinge only. Sintered Bearing Installed". In indelible
ink, 1/8 inch high lettering, after top coat has been applied.
(2) Install bolts and washer securing hinges to door.
(3) Apply a corrosion fillet seal, MIL-S-81733, type II per T.O. AEW-23 .
(4) Adjust length of actuating rod to 13.03 inches (nominal length) between bearing centers.
(5) Connect actuating rod between door and trunnion door actuator arm. Apply a thin film of
MIL-PRF-23827 grease to mating surfaces of bearing and housing. Install bolt with washer
under bolthead and nut, and each side of bearing. Add nuts and secure with cotter pins.
g. Install upper forward door.
(1) Support upper forward door and install hinge half to shock strut door with screws, nuts
and washers.
(2) Adjust length of door actuating link to 4.58 inches (nominal length) between bearing
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(3) Connect link to door and actuating crank. Coat bolts with MIL-C-11796, class 3 corrosion
compound. Apply a thin film of MIL-PRF-23827 grease to mating surfaces of bearing and
housing. Install bolt with washer under bolthead and nut, and each side of bearing.
Tighten nut finger tight and secure with cotter pin.
(4) Adjust length of door actuating rod to 17.34 inches (nominal length) between bearings
centers.
(5) Connect actuating rod to actuating crank and structure. Coat bolt with MIL-C-11796 class
3 corrosion preventive compound. Apply a thin film of MIL-PRF-23827 grease to mating
surfaces of bearing and housing. Install bolt with washer under bolthead and nut, and
each side of bearing. Tighten nut finger tight and secure nut with cotter pin.
h. Install lower door.
(1) Support lower door and slide hinge pin, lubricated with MIL-L-7870 oil, into hinge. Secure
pin with spring pins.
(2) Adjust length of door actuating link to 3.70 inches (nominal length) between bearing
centers.
(3) Connect actuating link between lower doors and actuating crank. Apply a thin film of
MIL-PRF-23827 grease to mating surfaces of bearing and housing. Install bolts with washer
under head and nut, and each side of bearing. Tighten link to door attaching bolt finger
tight and link to actuating crank attaching bolt to a torque of 72.5 (±12.5) inch-pounds.
Secure nuts with cotter pins.
(4) Adjust length of door actuating rod to 36.24 inches (nominal length) between bearing
centers.
(5) Install door actuating rod between actuating crank and structure. Apply a thin film of
MIL-PRF-23827 grease to mating surfaces of bearing and housing. Tighten rod-to-structure
attachment bolt to a torque of 175 (±15) inch-pounds. Secure nut with cotter pin.
i. Lubricate shock strut doors with MIL-PRF-23827 grease per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
j. Remove tag from INTCON VALVE switch on P11 panel.
4.7.34 Main Gear Actuator Removal (See Figure 4-19.)
a. Depressurize utility hydraulic system per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
b. Set INTCON VALVE switch on P11 HYDRAULIC panel to OFF and tag if panel will not be under
c. Ensure that main and nose gear downlocks are installed per Section I.
d. Open appropriate main gear wheel well door per Section I.
e. Remove access panels 3231-03 and 3231-04 for LH actuator or 4231-03 and 4231-04 for RH
actuator removal.
CAUTION
Care must be taken to keep walking beam off auxiliary hydraulic pump by placing a
wooden block on lower wing structure and resting beam on block.
f. Remove two cotter pins and nuts, four washers, and two lockbolts and pins connecting walking
beam to trunnion (Figure 4-19, detail E, sheet 2).
g. Remove retaining bolt and nut and actuator rod end attach bolt nut and nylon washers from
landing gear trunnion. (See detail A.)
h. Remove retaining bolt, then remove pin attaching inboard end of walking beam to beam hanger
(detail D).
i. Disconnect hydraulic hoses from actuator at upstream disconnect points. (See detail C.) Cap
hydraulic lines and connect hose together with union or plug each hose.

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CAUTION
When actuator rod end clears landing gear trunnion fitting, secure bearing in rod end
so it will not rotate and drop bearing rollers.
j. Remove walking beam and actuator as an assembly by lifting inboard into wheel well area and
lowering to ground.
k. Disconnect hose and hydraulic line at actuator port fittings. Drain residual hydraulic fluid into
suitable container. If new actuator will be installed, remove elbows from actuator ports and
discard O-rings. Plug ports.
l. Remove hydraulic actuator from walking beam by removing retaining bolt and nut.
m. Remove bolt, nut and nylon washers. (See detail B.)
4.7.35 Main Gear Actuator Installation (See Figure 4-19.)
a. Ensure that utility hydraulic system is depressurized per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
b. Ensure that INTCON VALVE switch on P11 HYDRAULIC panel is in OFF position and tagged.
c. Ensure that main and nose gear downlocks are installed per Section I.
d. Open appropriate main gear wheel well door per Section I.
NOTE
All attachment bolts and pins must be cleaned and lightly lubricated with
MIL-PRF-23827 grease before installation.
e. With rod end grease fitting up, align actuator to walking beam and install lightly lubricated bolt,
x 2 nylon washers, washer (under nut) and nut. See detail B. Tighten nut to a torque of 300
inch-pounds, loosen nut and secure with retaining bolt at next nut castellation tighter than
finger tight.
f. Ensure that hydraulic actuator has been serviced.
g. If installing new actuator, lightly lubricate new O-rings with hydraulic fluid and install unions
with new O-ring in actuator ports. Torque unions.
h. Install elbows on unions. Ninety degree elbow connects to hydraulic tube; 45 degree fitting
connects to hydraulic hose. See detail C. Torque elbows.
i. Lift actuator and walking beam assembly into position near walking beam support hanger.
j. Align inboard end of walking beam with hanger and install lightly lubricated pin and retaining
bolt. (See detail D.)
k. Align actuator piston rod end fitting with upper arm on landing gear trunnion and install lightly
lubricated bolt, washers (one on each side of bearing) and nut. Tighten nut to a torque of 300
inch-pounds, loosen nut and secure with retaining bolt at next nut castellation tighter than
finger tight. (See detail A.)
NOTE
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To align holes, use alignment tool per Figure 4-20.
●
If hole alignment is difficult, the actuator piston may be hydraulically locked.
Bleed off fluid from appropriate side of piston to align holes.
l. Align outboard end of walking beam with terminal assembly which remains attached to lower
trunnion arm. See detail E. Insert lightly lubricated pins and secure with bolts, nuts, and
washers. Torque nuts and secure with cotter pins.
m. Connect hydraulic hoses to respective hydraulic lines. See detail C for hose routing. Torque
B-nuts.
n. Remove tag from INTCON VALVE switch on P11 panel.
o. Lubricate pivot points of main gear actuator and walking beam per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
p. Raise airplane on jacks per T.O. AEW-2-7 until main gear is clear of ground by 4 inches.

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q. Perform operational checkout of main landing gear per Paragraph 4.4.
r. Lower airplane to ground and remove jacks per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
4.7.36 Main Gear Side Strut Actuator Removal (See Figure 4-21.)
e. Disconnect hydraulic lines from side of strut actuator. Plug or cap lines and actuator elbows.
f. Remove attachment bolt at actuator cylinder end.
g. Support actuator and detach rod end from side strut attachment bolt.
h. Remove actuator, remove elbow fittings; plug actuator ports.
4.7.37 Main Gear Side Strut Actuator Installation (See Figure 4-21.)
e. Transfer clamps from old actuator noting location and spacing.
f. Install union with new O-ring lubricated with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid on cylinder end of
actuator. Torque union.
g. Install elbow on union with elbow positioned at 30 degrees of centerline of actuator pointing
inboard and forward. Torque elbow.
h. Install a union with new O-ring lubricated with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid on actuator-LH gear
only (detail D). Torque union.
i. Install universal bolt and elbow with O-rings lubricated with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid on
piston end of actuator-RH gear only (detail D.) Torque bolt.
j. Install elbow on union on LH gear actuator (detail D). Torque elbow.
k. Install 45 degree bulkhead elbow, with washer and nut, onto support bracket. (See detail E.)
l. Install extend pressure line between elbow on cylinder end of actuator and elbow on support
bracket. Torque B-nuts.
m. Attach piston rod end of actuator to bolt attaching side strut to upper universal. (See detail A.)
Torque nut and secure with cotter pin.
n. Turn cylinder portion of actuator until elbow at piston rod end is facing aft.
o. Connect extend pressure lines. Torque B-nuts.
p. Connect retract pressure line to piston rod end of actuator. Torque B-nut.
q. Raise actuator and align cylinder end with support fittings between floor beams. Install
attachment bolt, washer and nut. Torque nut and secure with cotter pin. (See detail B.)
r. Lubricate at two grease fittings on actuator end with MIL-PRF-23827 grease.
s. Remove tag from INTCON VALVE switch on P11 HYDRAULIC panel.
t. Perform operational checkout of main landing gear per Paragraph 4.4.
4.7.38 Main Gear Lock Mechanism Removal (See Figure 4-22.)

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WARNING
Ensure that personnel and equipment are clear of flap areas before extending flaps.
CAUTION
Prior to deploying leading edge flaps, thrust reverser cowls must be closed to prevent
damage to flaps or thrust reverser cowls.
c. Ensure flaps are extended to full down position per T.O. AEW-2-27-1 .
d. Depressurize utility hydraulic system per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
e. Set INTCON VALVE switch on P11 HYDRAULIC panel to OFF and tag if panel will not be under
f. Jack aircraft unit per T.O. AEW-2-7 until weight is supported on jacks.
g. Disconnect crank-to-hook connecting link by removing nuts, washers and bolts.
h. Disconnect and remove lock bungee from hook assembly and lock crank.
i. Remove downlock from side strut of gear from which the hook assembly is to be removed.
j. Pull side strut over center until hook clears lock roller.
k. Disconnect side strut lower universal and allow side strut to hang vertically from upper
attachment. (See detail A of Figure 4-5.)
l. Remove hook assembly by removing cotter pin, nut and washer from aft end of shaft and
pulling assembly forward.
NOTE
The hook plate alone may be removed by removing cotter pin and nut at hook shaft
forward end, and removing nut and lock bolt which attaches hook plate to shaft.
m. Disconnect emergency unlock rod from lock crank. Allow rod to hang from the upper hinge
point, or disconnect upper point and remove rod.
n. Disconnect lock actuator rod from lock crank.
o. Disconnect lock switch link from crank assembly.
p. Disconnect door control valve actuator link from crank assembly.
q. Remove cotter pin, washer and nut from forward side of crank assembly. Remove crank
assembly.
r. Remove lock stop assembly, if desired, by removing three installation bolts.
4.7.39 Main Gear Lock Mechanism Installation (See Figure 4-22.)
d. Verify that INTCON VALVE switch on P11 panel is in OFF position and tagged.
e. Install lock stop assembly with three bolts. Place a washer under both bolthead and nut.
f. Place crank assembly in place, add washer and nut. After initial tightening to set washer, back
off nut and retighten finger tight. Secure with cotter pin.
g. Pack the lock hook shaft and the support fitting with grease, MIL-PRF-23827.
h. With hook assembly in place, add washer and nut. After initial tightening to set washer, back off
nut and retighten finger tight. Secure with cotter pin.

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i. Install lock switch link to crank assembly with bolt, washer and nut. Secure nut with cotter pin.
j. Install door control valve link using bolt, spacer, washer and nut. Secure nut with cotter pin.
CAUTION
Lock bungee must be installed with piston end down. Oil cap must be installed with oil
cap on top.
k. Attach lock bungee between lock crank and hook assembly. Piston end of bungee attaches to
the hook assembly. After initial tightening to set washers, back off nuts and retighten finger
tight. Secure nuts with cotter pins. Lubricate lock bungee as follows:
(1) Cover lower body drain hole and both piston drain holes with tape, 32B 9437001.
(2) Fill bungee with oil, MIL-PRF-7808, through upper body drain hole.
(3) Raise spring loaded oil filler cap.
(4) Lubricate bungee with oil, MIL-PRF-7808, through oil filler cap until oil overflows.
(5) Leave oil for 30 minutes.
(6) Repeat Step (4).
(7) Ensure spring loaded oil filler cap closed.
(8) Remove tape and drain bungee.
(9) Wipe excess oil from bungee.
l. Install link between lock crank assembly and hook assembly. After initial tightening to set
washers, back off nuts and retighten finger tight. Secure nuts with cotter pins.
m. Attach lock actuator rod to lock crank. After initial tightening to set washers, back off nut and
retighten finger tight. Secure nut with cotter pin.
n. Attach emergency unlock rod to lock crank assembly per detail C.
o. Engage lock roller with lock assembly.
p. Place side strut lower universal in alignment with inboard lug shock strut. Insert bolt, washer
and nut. Tighten nut to a torque of 300 inch-pounds, then loosen nut and retighten finger tight.
Tighten to next castellation and secure with cotter pin.
q. Remove tag from INTCON VALVE switch on P11 HYDRAULIC panel.
r. Lubricate side strut and lock mechanism per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
s. Perform operational checkout of landing gear per Paragraph 4.4.
t. Lower aircraft to ground and remove jacks per T.O. AEW-2-7 .
4.7.40 Main Gear Lock Actuator Removal (See Figure 4-23.)
d. Disconnect two hydraulic lines from lock actuator.
e. Disconnect actuator at upper and lower attachment points and remove actuator.
f. Remove elbow fittings from actuator and plug ports.
4.7.41 Main Gear Lock Actuator Installation (See Figure 4-23.)

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d. Install reducer with O-ring lubricated with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid on cylinder end of
actuator. Torque reducer.
e. Install union with O-ring lubricated with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid on piston rod end of
actuator. Torque union.
f. Place actuator in position with cylinder end terminal in alignment with attaching point in
overhead structure. Nylon washers are to be placed on each side of actuator end. Install
attaching bolt and nut. Torque nut.
g. With piston rod terminal in alignment with attaching point in lock crank, install attachment bolt.
h. Tighten nuts on attaching bolts with a wrench, loosen, then tighten finger tight and secure with
cotter pins.
i. Remove caps and plugs and connect unlock pressure line to piston end of actuator. Torque
B-nut.
j. Connect lock pressure line to cylinder end of actuator. Torque B-nut.
k. Lubricate two fittings with MIL-PRF-23827.
l. Perform actuator checkout and bleeding per Section II. Before removing jack and jackpad check
actuator for leaks per T.O. AEW-2-29-1 .
4.7.42 Main Gear Centering Cylinder Lockout-Deboost Valve Removal (See Figure 4-24.)
e. Disconnect and plug hydraulic lines at each end of lockout-deboost valve.
f. Remove attachment bolts from inboard and outboard end of valve.
g. Lower lockout-deboost valve and remove from aircraft.
h. Remove unions and O-rings if valve is to be replaced.
4.7.43 Main Gear Centering Cylinder Lockout-Deboost Valve Installation (See Figure 4-24.)
b. Verify that nose and main gear downlocks are installed Section I.
e. Install unions with new O-rings lubricated with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid in valve ports of
lockout-deboost valve.
f. Set valve in position with large diameter inboard. Reset handle should be down.
g. Install inboard and outboard attachment bolts.
h. Connect hydraulic lines to valve.
i. Fill and bleed centering cylinder lockout-deboost valve per Paragraph 4.7.4.
j. Check hydraulic connections for leaks per T.O. AEW-2-29-1 .
4.7.44 Main Gear Priority Valve Removal (See Figure 4-6.)

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e. Remove safety wire and place wrench over flats on body of priority valve.
f. Hold valve from turning while disconnecting hydraulic lines from both ends of valve. Remove
valve.
g. Plug lines and cap connections on valve.
CAUTION
Use adequate protection to prevent damage to body of priority valve when removing
end unions.
h. If valve is to be replaced, remove unions from valve.
4.7.45 Main Gear Priority Valve Installation (See Figure 4-6.)
NOTE
For correct torque values to be used for installation of end unions refer to T.O.
AEW-2-1-1 , Section 1.9.
e. Install unions with new O-rings lubricated with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid, if valve is a
replacement.
CAUTION
Make sure the priority valve is installed in the correct orientation.
f. Install priority valve with arrow pointing towards the trunnion. Upper hydrualic connector is
marked OUT (See Figure 4-6, Sheet 2). Supervisor check for correct orientation required.
g. Connect upper hydraulic line to priority valve connector marked OUT as shown on adjacent
instruction plate per (See Figure 4-6).
h. Connect hydraulic line from centering cylinder to priority valve connector marked IN (See Figure
4-6.)
CAUTION
Do not overtighten connections as damage may result to valve body.
i. Hold valve body with wrench on flats and tighten both connections.
j. Secure connections on priority valve with safety wire, and check hydraulic connections for leaks
per T.O. AEW-2-29-1 .
k. Fill and bleed system per Paragraph 4.7.4.
l. Remove tag from INTCON VALVE switch on P11 HYDRAULIC panel.
m. Perform main landing gear operational checkout as per T.O. AEW-2-32-1.
4.7.46 Main Gear Shock Strut Examine
a. Ensure equal quantity of fuel in wing tanks and that wings are level (visual).

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b. Ensure that equal amount of chrome (fescalised portion) is exposed from main landing gear
inner cylinder, compare left and right landing gear.
c. If there is a significant difference in the amount of chrome showing, check applicable oleo
assembly for leakage. Perform visual examination of the upper most surface of the main landing
gear oleo outer cylinder. Examine for cracks and/or leaks around the outer piston nut. Report all
discrepancies.
4.7.47 Main Gear Side Strut Two Way Restrictor Assy (PN 6F2850-17) Removal See Figure 4-25.
a. Ensure that main gear wheel well doors are open and secured per Section I.
e. Note orientation of restrictor assy prior to removal.
f. Hold restrictor assy from turning while disconnecting hydraulic lines from both ends of
restrictor.
g. Remove clamp and attaching hardware.
h. Remove restrictor. Plug exposed lines and cap connections on restrictor assy.
i. Remove unions for use on new restrictor assy. Discard O-Rings.
4.7.48 Main Gear Side Strut Two Way Restrictor Assy (PN 6F2850-17) Installation See Figure 4-25.
a. Verify that main gear wheel well doors are open and secured per Section I.
e. Install unions with new O-rings lubricated with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid.
f. Remove plugs from hydraulic lines.
NOTE
A preload or prestressing of hydraulic tubing is a force in tubing resulting from any
push, pull, bending or twisting, due to improper positioning or incorrect dimensions.
Preload can be produced by manipulation, tools, or manner of attachment.
g. Set restrictor assy in place as noted in Paragraph 4.7.47, Step e and tighten hydraulic lines by
hand to ensure proper alignment as not to induce prestressing of hydraulic tubing.
CAUTION
Do not overtighten connections as damage may result to restrictor assy body.
h. Hold restrictor assy from turning while connecting hydraulic lines at both ends of restrictor and
torque B-Nuts per T.O. AEW-2-1-1 , Table 1-10.
i. Reinstall clamp and attaching hardware removed in Paragraph 4.7.47, Step g.
j. Fill and bleed system per Paragraph 4.7.4.
l. Perform main landing gear operational checkout and check for leaks as per T.O. AEW-2-32-1.
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Main Landing Gear

4.7.1 Main Gear Tire Servicing

a. Attach tire inflation tool to nitrogen source charging hose.

b. Remove valve cap.

c. Attach tire inflation tool to tire.

d. Determine current pressure in tire.

f. Bleed pressure from charging hose.

g. Disconnect tire inflation tool.

h. Replace valve cap.

b. Clean shock strut inner cylinder with MIL-PRF-5606 hydraulic fluid.

c. Remove valve cap from air valve assembly.

Clear area under aircraft of equipment prior to deflating strut.

d. Loosen swivel nut one to two turns to deflate shock strut.

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h. Check that valve cap is removed.

j. Tighten swivel nut.

k. Bleed pressure from charging hose.

l. Remove inflation tool.

m. Tighten swivel nut to a torque of 60 (±10) inch-pounds.

n. Install valve cap and tighten to extreme finger tightness.

a. Pressurize utility hydraulic system per T.O. AEW-2-7 .

b. Remove dust plug.

c. Install drain hose.

d. Crack open bleed plug located on top of one centering cylinder.

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g. Tighten bleed plug.

i. Release deboost valve handle.

j. Remove drain hose.

k. Install dust plug and secure with safety wire.

m. Depressurize utility hydraulic system per T.O. AEW-2-7 .

4.7.5 Main Gear Centering Cylinder Lockout-Deboost Valve Fluid Level Check

b. Pressurize utility hydraulic system per T.O. AEW-2-7 .

c. Check fluid level in lockout-deboost valve as follows:

(1) If indicator handle is in outer red band, replace lockout-deboost valve.

4.7.6 Main Gear Shock Strut Door Adjustment

e. Check that shock strut center door is loose on its attachments.

f. Remove applicable gear and door locks per Section I.

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j. Tighten fittings but not to final torque.

k. Set length of lower door actuating rod to 36.24 inches.

p. Cycle landing gear and check action of the doors.

q. Depressurize aircraft hydraulic systems per AP101B-5301-1B1.

s. Lower aircraft to ground and remove jacks per T.O. AEW-2-7 .

t. Deenergize or depressurize, as appropriate per T.O. AEW-2-7 .

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4.7.7 Main Gear Wheel Assembly Removal

c. Set ANTI SKID switch on P13 panel to OFF.

(1) Remove valve cap.

(2) Using deflation tool, completely remove air from tire.

m. Install main gear axle sleeve, F71355 (16).

n. Pull wheel assembly away from axle.

o. Remove main gear axle sleeve from axle.

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q. Cover openings in wheel to prevent contamination of bearing areas.

r. Clean axle of old grease.

4.7.8 Main Gear Wheel Assembly Installation (See Figure 4-4.)

c. Verify that ANTI SKID switch on P13 overhead panel is OFF.

h. Verify wheel bearings are packed with grease.

k. Install main gear axle sleeve, F71355 (16).

l. Check that brake rotor drive keys are aligned.

m. Check brake for visible damage or defects.