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Installation of the Rudder Trim Actuator


TASK 27-22-51-400-001-A
Installation of the Rudder Trim Actuator


WARNING: PUT THE SAFETY DEVICES AND THE WARNING NOTICES IN POSITION BEFORE YOU START A TASK ON OR NEAR:
  • THE FLIGHT CONTROLS
  • THE FLIGHT CONTROL SURFACES
  • THE LANDING GEAR AND THE RELATED DOORS
  • COMPONENTS THAT MOVE.
MOVEMENT OF COMPONENTS CAN KILL OR CAUSE INJURY TO PERSONS AND/OR CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT.
WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE TRAVEL RANGES OF THE FLIGHT CONTROLS SURFACES ARE CLEAR. MOVEMENT OF FLIGHT CONTROLS CAN CAUSE INJURY TO PERSONS AND/OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
WARNING: BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU USE CONSUMABLE MATERIALS. OBEY THE MATERIAL MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS AND YOUR LOCAL REGULATIONS.
ZONE: 210
ZONE: 325
FIN: 10CC
1. Reason for the Job
Self explanatory
2. Job Set-up Information
 A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
REFERENCE
QTY
DESIGNATION
No specific
1
ACCESS PLATFORM 10M (33 FT) - ADJUSTABLE
No specific
1
ACCESS PLATFORM 2M (6 FT) - ADJUSTABLE
No specific
AR
SAFETY BARRIER(S)
No specific
AR
WARNING NOTICE(S)
No specific
Torque wrench: range to between 1.2 and 0.8 m.N (10.62 and 7.08 lbf.in ) T
6137-013
1
PIN-LOCKING
6137-060
1
PIN - LOCKING
98D27207548000
1
PIN-RIGGING
98D27403500000
1
PITCH TRIM CONTROL LOCKING
98D27903500000
2
PIN-SIDE STICK LOCKING
 B. Consumable Materials
REFERENCE
DESIGNATION
(Material No.03GBC1)
Synthetic Oil base Grease-General Purpose Lithium Thickened Low Temp. -
(Material No.03GBD1)
Synthetic Oil base Grease-General Purpose Lithium Thickened -
(Material No.06LCB1)
Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area Chromate Free -
(Material No.06LCG9)
Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area - -
(Material No.14QCC1)
Wire-Locking Dia: 0.4 mm (0.016 inch) CRES -
(Material No.14QFB1)
Wire-Locking Dia: 0.8 mm CRES Nickel Alloy -
 C. Work Zones and Access Panels
ZONE/ACCESS
ZONE DESCRIPTION
210
CKPT,FWD COMPT BHD TO FLT COMPT BULKHEAD
325
VERTICAL STABILIZER TRAILING EDGE
197CB, 197EB, 198CB, 325BL, 325BR, 822
 D. Expendable Parts
FIG.ITEM
DESIGNATION
IPC-CSN
23
PIN
AIPC 27-21-04-12-100
27
PIN
AIPC 27-21-04-12-100
34
PIN
AIPC 27-21-04-12-100
49
PIN
AIPC 27-23-04-02-080
49
PIN
AIPC 27-23-84-02-080
 E. Referenced Information
REFERENCE
DESIGNATION
TASK 20-28-00-912-802-A
Electrical Bonding - General Maintenance Procedure
TASK 20-28-00-912-803-A
Bonding Surface Preparation
TASK 22-96-00-710-001-A
Operational Test of the AFS
TASK 22-97-00-710-001-A
Operational Test of the LAND CAT III Capability
TASK 24-41-00-861-002-A
Energize the Aircraft Electrical Circuits from the External Power
TASK 24-41-00-861-002-A-01
Energize the Aircraft Electrical Circuits from the APU
TASK 24-41-00-861-002-A-02
Energize the Aircraft Electrical Circuits from Engine 1(2)
TASK 24-41-00-862-002-A
De-energize the Aircraft Electrical Circuits Supplied from the External Power
TASK 24-41-00-862-002-A-01
De-energize the Aircraft Electrical Circuits Supplied from the APU
TASK 24-41-00-862-002-A-02
De-energize the Aircraft Electrical Circuits Supplied from the Engine 1(2)
TASK 27-00-00-480-001-A
Installation of the Pitch-Trim Control Locking Tool (98D27403500000)
TASK 27-22-00-710-002-A
Operational Test of the Rudder Trim Actuation
TASK 27-24-00-710-001-A
Operational Test of the Rudder Hydraulic Actuation
TASK 29-00-00-864-001-A
Put the Related Hydraulic System in the Depressurized Configuration before Maintenance Action
TASK 31-60-00-860-001-A
EIS Start Procedure
TASK 31-60-00-860-002-A
EIS Stop Procedure
TASK 55-33-13-010-002-A
Opening/Removal of the Trailing Edge Access-Panels of the Vertical Stabilizer
TASK 55-33-13-410-002-A
Closing/Installation of the Trailing Edge Access-Panels of the Vertical Stabilizer
F Rudder Trim Actuator - PN 6137-3 ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
3. Job Set-up
Subtask 27-22-51-860-055-A
A. Aircraft Maintenance Configuration
   (1) Make sure that the aircraft electrical circuits are energized
(Ref. AMM TASK 24-41-00-861-002).
   (2) Make sure that you did the Electronic Instrument System (EIS) start procedure (Ref. AMM TASK 31-60-00-860-001).
   (3) On the SD, make sure that the F/CTL page is shown.
   (4) Make sure that the pedals are in the neutral position.
   (5) On the overhead panel, on FLT CTL panel 23VU, make sure that the ELAC 1, SEC 1 and FAC 1 pushbutton switches are released (the OFF legends are on).
   (6) On the overhead panel, on FLT CTL panel 24VU, make sure that the ELAC 2, SEC 2 and FAC 2 pushbutton switches are released (the OFF legends are on).
   (7) Make sure that the hydraulic systems are in the depressurized configuration before maintenance (Ref. AMM TASK 29-00-00-864-001).
Subtask 27-22-51-010-052-A
B. Get Access
   (1) Make sure that the ACCESS PLATFORM 2M (6 FT) - ADJUSTABLE is in position below access door 822.
   (2) Make sure that access door 822 is open.
   (3) On battery power center 105VU, make sure that the protective cover is removed.
Subtask 27-22-51-865-058-A
C. Make sure that this(these) circuit breaker(s) is(are) open, safetied and tagged:
PANELDESIGNATIONFINLOCATION
** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
49VUAUTO FLT/FAC1/28VDC5CC1B04
49VUAUTO FLT/FAC1/26VAC14CC1B03
** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
49VUAUTO FLT/FAC1/28VDC5CC1H10
49VUAUTO FLT/FAC1/26VAC14CC1H09
** ON A/C ALL
121VUAUTO FLT/RUDDER/TRIM/IND15CCM20
121VUAUTO FLT/FAC2/28VDC5CC2M19
121VUAUTO FLT/FAC2/26VAC14CC2M18
Subtask 27-22-51-941-051-A
D. Safety Precautions
   (1) In the cockpit:
     (a) Make sure that the 98D27903500000 PIN-SIDE STICK LOCKING are installed in the CAPT and the F/O side sticks.
     (b) Make sure that the 98D27403500000 PITCH TRIM CONTROL LOCKING is installed on the pitch-trim control wheel (Ref. AMM TASK 27-00-00-480-001).
     (c) Make sure that the WARNING NOTICE(S) are in position:
  • On the overhead panel, on the HYD section of HYD/FUEL panel 40VU, to tell persons not to pressurize the hydraulic systems
  • On the overhead panel, on FLT CTL panels 23VU and 24VU, to tell persons not to push the ELAC, SEC and FAC pushbutton switches
  • On the center pedestal, on RUD TRIM/PARKING BRK panel 110VU, on the RUD TRIM control switch, to tell persons not to operate it
  • On the flight controls, to tell persons not to operate them.
   (2) On the ground:
     (a) Make sure that access doors 198CB, 197CB and 197EB are open.
     (b) Make sure that the WARNING NOTICE(S) are in position:
  • On the ground service panel of the Yellow hydraulic system, to tell persons not to pressurize the Yellow hydraulic system
  • On the ground service panel of the Green hydraulic system, to tell persons not to pressurize the Green hydraulic system
  • On the ground service panel of the Blue hydraulic system, to tell persons not to pressurize the Blue hydraulic system.
     (c) Make sure that the applicable SAFETY BARRIERS are used, specified by the operator's instructions and your local regulations SAFETY BARRIER(S).
Subtask 27-22-51-010-053-C
E. Get Access
   (1) Make sure that the ACCESS PLATFORM 10M (33 FT) - ADJUSTABLE is in position in zone 325.
   (2) At the trailing edge of the vertical stabilizer (45):
     (a) Make sure that access panels 325BL and 325BR are open (Ref. AMM TASK 55-33-13-010-002).
     (b) Make sure that the 98D27207548000 PIN-RIGGING (47) is in position in the mixer (48) of the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
     (c) For rudder trim actuator Part Number (PN) 6137-3:
       1 Make sure that the 6137-013 PIN-LOCKING (6) is installed in the rigging hole of the replacement rudder trim actuator (8).
     (d) For rudder trim actuator PN 6137-4 or 6137-5:
       1 Make sure that the 6137-060 PIN - LOCKING (6) is installed in the rigging hole of the replacement rudder trim actuator (8).
Subtask 27-22-51-560-050-A
F. Visual Inspection and Preparation of the New Rudder Trim Actuator
   (1) Clean the component interfaces and the adjacent area.
   (2) Do an inspection of the component interfaces and the adjacent area.
     (a) Make sure that the work areas that follow are clean and have no signs of corrosion or damage:
  • The structure of the vertical stabilizer (45)
  • The structure of the rudder (46)
  • The paintwork.
   (3) Do a visual check of the rudder trim actuator (8).
     (a) Make sure that the rudder trim actuator (8) is serviceable.
     (b) Make sure that the locking pin (6) is installed:
  • For PN 6137-3: 6137-013 PIN-LOCKING
  • For PN 6137-4 or 6137-5: 6137-060 PIN - LOCKING.
   (4) On the rudder trim actuator (8), make sure that the mobile red index is in the zero position.
     (a) If the mobile red index is not in the zero position:
       1 Remove the locking pin (6) from the rudder trim actuator (8).
       2 Turn the shaft of the rudder trim actuator (8) in one direction until it touches its internal mechanical stop.
       3 Turn the shaft back six full turns.
       4 Make sure that the mobile red index moves to the zero position.
       5 Install the locking pin (6) again in the rudder trim actuator (8).
4. Procedure
Subtask 27-22-51-210-050-A
A. Preparation for the Installation
   (1) Do a visual inspection of the parts:
     (a) Make sure that the parts that follow are clean and have no signs of corrosion or damage:
  • The bracket (12)
  • The rudder trim jackscrew (1)
  • The universal joint (13)
  • The bonding straps (2), (17) and (19)
  • Electrical connectors A (18) and B (16).
   (2) Make sure that the bolts (4) and (9) are clean and have no signs of damage.
   (3) Make sure that the interface of the flange (11) of the rudder trim actuator (8) is clean.
   (4) Apply the Synthetic Oil base Grease-General Purpose Lithium Thickened - (Material No.03GBD1) or Synthetic Oil base Grease-General Purpose Lithium Thickened Low Temp. - (Material No.03GBC1) on the splined shaft (5).
   (5) Apply the Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area - - (Material No.06LCG9) or Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area Chromate Free - (Material No.06LCB1) on the bolts (4) and (9).
   (6) Apply a thin layer of the Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area - - (Material No.06LCG9) or Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area Chromate Free - (Material No.06LCB1) on:
  • The interface of the flange (11)
  • The interface of the bracket (12).
Subtask 27-22-51-420-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
B. Installation of the Rudder Trim Actuator (PN 6137-3)
F Rudder Trim Actuator - PN 6137-3 ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
   (1) Prepare the surface of the bonding point(s)
(Ref. AMM TASK 20-28-00-912-803).
   (2) Install the rudder trim actuator (8):
     (a) Carefully move the bottom part of the rudder control frame (57) rearward.
     (b) Install the rudder trim actuator (8) from the right side.
     (c) Put the rudder trim actuator (8) in position on the bracket (12).
     (d) Make sure that the mobile red index is in the zero position.
NOTE: This step is important for the correct rigging of the rudder.
     (e) If the mobile red index is not in the zero position, do step 3.G.(4) again.
     (f) Engage the splined shaft (5) and the universal joint (13).
   (3) Disconnect the artificial-feel spring rod (54) from the mixer (48) to make sure that it is in the zero position as follows:
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL A COTTER PIN. EACH TIME YOU REMOVE A COTTER PIN DURING THE TASK, DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. A LOOSE COTTER PIN CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND.
     (a) Remove and discard the cotter pin (49).
     (b) Remove the nut (50) and the washer (51).
     (c) Remove the bolt (53).
     (d) Disengage the artificial-feel spring rod (54) from the mixer (48).
     (e) Remove the laminated washer (55) and the bush (56) from the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
   (4) Connect the artificial-feel spring rod (54) to the mixer (48) as follows:
     (a) Make sure that the bush (52) is correctly installed on the mixer (48).
     (b) Install the bush (56) and the laminated washer (55) on the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
     (c) Connect the artificial-feel spring rod (54) to the mixer (48).
     (d) Install the bolt (53) but do not compress or extend the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
If you cannot install the bolt (53) easily without compression or extension of the artificial-feel spring rod (54), do these steps:
       1 Move the rudder trim actuator (8) down and disengage the splined shaft (5) from the universal joint (13).
       2 Turn the universal joint of the artificial-feel spring rod (54) until you can install and remove the bolt (53) easily without compression or extension of the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
       3 Engage the splined shaft (5) with the universal joint (13).
       4 Install the bolt (53) without compression or extension of the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
     (e) Install the washer (51) and the nut (50).
     (f) Tighten the nut (50).
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL A COTTER PIN. EACH TIME YOU REMOVE A COTTER PIN DURING THE TASK, DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. A LOOSE COTTER PIN CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND.
     (g) Safety the nut (50) with the new AIPC 27-23-04-02-080 PIN (49) or AIPC 27-23-84-02-080 PIN (49).
   (5) Continue the installation of the rudder trim actuator (8):
     (a) Install the bolts (9) and the washers (10) on the flange (11).
     (b) Install the bolt (4), washer (3) and bonding strap (2) on the flange (11).
     (c) Tighten the bolts (4) and (9).
       1 Make sure that the bonding strap (2) is in the correct position.
     (d) Do the electrical resistance measurement and the final protection of the bonding point(s)
(
Ref. AMM TASK 20-28-00-912-802).
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND GLOVES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL LOCKWIRE. EACH TIME YOU CUT LOCKWIRE, REMOVE AND DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. LOOSE LOCKWIRE CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND, AND/OR CAN CAUSE DAMAGE.
     (e) Safety the bolts (4) and (9) with the lockwire 14QFB1Wire-Locking Dia: 0.8 mm CRES Nickel Alloy -.
     (f) Remove the CAP - BLANKING from the receptacles (14) and (15) and from electrical connectors A (18) and B (16).
     (g) Make sure that all the electrical connections are clean and in the correct condition.
     (h) Before you connect the electrical connectors, refer to the identification marks that you made during the removal.
     (i) Connect electrical connectors A (18) and B (16) to the receptacles (14) and (15).
     (j) Make sure that the bonding straps (17) and (19) are correctly installed on electrical connectors A (18) and B (16) and on the structure.
   (6) Connect the links (20) to the rudder control frame (57):
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND GLOVES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL LOCKWIRE. EACH TIME YOU CUT LOCKWIRE, REMOVE AND DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. LOOSE LOCKWIRE CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND, AND/OR CAN CAUSE DAMAGE.
     (a) Cut, remove and discard the lockwire which temporarily safeties the sliding bushes (22) on the links (20).
     (b) Apply the Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area Chromate Free - (Material No.06LCB1) or Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area - - (Material No.06LCG9) on the bolts (21).
     (c) Put the links (20) in position on the rudder control frame (57).
     (d) Install the sliding bushes (22), bolts (21), washers (29) and nuts (28).
     (e) Tighten the nuts (28).
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL A COTTER PIN. EACH TIME YOU REMOVE A COTTER PIN DURING THE TASK, DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. A LOOSE COTTER PIN CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND.
     (f) Safety the nuts (28) with the new AIPC 27-21-04-12-100 PIN (27).
   (7) Install the bonding straps (25) on the rudder control frame (57):
     (a) Put the bonding straps (25) in position on the rudder control frame (57).
     (b) Install the washers (24) and the bolts (23).
     (c) Tighten the bolts (23).
     (d) Do the electrical resistance measurement and the final protection of the bonding point(s)
(
Ref. AMM TASK 20-28-00-912-802).
   (8) Install the hydraulic bracket (30) on the rudder control frame (57):
     (a) Put the hydraulic bracket (30) in position on the rudder control frame (57).
     (b) Install the washers (32), bolts (31) and nuts (33).
     (c) Tighten the nuts (33).
Subtask 27-22-51-420-054-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
C. Installation of the Rudder Trim Actuator (PNs 6137-4 or 6137-5)

   (1) Prepare the surface of the bonding point(s)
(Ref. AMM TASK 20-28-00-912-803).
   (2) Install the rudder trim actuator (8):
     (a) Carefully move the bottom part of the rudder control frame (57) rearward.
     (b) Install the rudder trim actuator (8) from the right side.
     (c) Put the rudder trim actuator (8) in position on the bracket (12).
     (d) Make sure that the mobile red index is in the zero position.
NOTE: This step is important for the correct rigging of the rudder.
     (e) If the mobile red index is not in the zero position, do step 3.G.(4) again.
     (f) Engage the splined shaft (5) with the universal joint (13).
   (3) Disconnect the artificial-feel spring rod (54) from the mixer (48) to make sure that it is in the zero position as follows:
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL A COTTER PIN. EACH TIME YOU REMOVE A COTTER PIN DURING THE TASK, DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. A LOOSE COTTER PIN CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND.
     (a) Remove and discard the cotter pin (49).
     (b) Remove the nut (50) and the washer (51).
     (c) Remove the bolt (53).
     (d) Disengage the artificial-feel spring rod (54) from the mixer (48).
     (e) Remove the laminated washer (55) and the bush (56) from the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
   (4) Connect the artificial-feel spring rod (54) to the mixer (48) as follows:
     (a) Make sure that the bush (52) is correctly installed on the mixer (48).
     (b) Install the bush (56) and the laminated washer (55) on the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
     (c) Install the artificial-feel spring rod (54) on the mixer (48).
     (d) Install the bolt (53) but do not compress or extend the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
If you cannot install the bolt (53) easily without compression or extension of the artificial-feel spring rod (54), do these steps:
       1 Move the rudder trim actuator (8) down and disengage the splined shaft (5) from the universal joint (13).
       2 Turn the universal joint of the artificial-feel spring rod (54) until you can install and remove the bolt (53) easily without compression or extension of the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
       3 Engage the splined shaft (5) and the universal joint (13).
       4 Install the bolt (53) without compression or extension of the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
     (e) Install the washer (51) and the nut (50).
     (f) Tighten the nut (50).
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL A COTTER PIN. EACH TIME YOU REMOVE A COTTER PIN DURING THE TASK, DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. A LOOSE COTTER PIN CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND.
     (g) Safety the nut (50) with the new AIPC 27-23-04-02-080 PIN (49) or AIPC 27-23-84-02-080 PIN (49).
   (5) Continue the installation of the rudder trim actuator (8):
     (a) Install the bolts (9) and the washers (10) on the flange (11).
     (b) Install the bolt (4), washer (3) and bonding strap (2) on the flange (11).
     (c) Tighten the bolts (4) and (9).
     (d) Make sure that the bonding strap (2) is in the correct position.
     (e) Do the electrical resistance measurement and the final protection of the bonding point(s)
(
Ref. AMM TASK 20-28-00-912-802).
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND GLOVES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL LOCKWIRE. EACH TIME YOU CUT LOCKWIRE, REMOVE AND DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. LOOSE LOCKWIRE CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND, AND/OR CAN CAUSE DAMAGE.
     (f) Safety the bolts (4) and (9) with the lockwire 14QFB1Wire-Locking Dia: 0.8 mm CRES Nickel Alloy -.
     (g) Remove the CAP - BLANKING from the receptacles (14) and (15) and from electrical connectors A (18) and B (16).
     (h) Make sure that all the electrical connections are clean and in the correct condition.
     (i) Before you connect the electrical connectors, refer to the identification marks that you made during the removal.
     (j) Connect electrical connectors A (18) and B (16) to the receptacles (14) and (15).
     (k) Make sure that the bonding straps (17) and (19) are correctly installed on electrical connectors A (18) and B (16) and on the structure.
   (6) Connect the links (20) to the rudder control frame (57):
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND GLOVES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL LOCKWIRE. EACH TIME YOU CUT LOCKWIRE, REMOVE AND DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. LOOSE LOCKWIRE CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND, AND/OR CAN CAUSE DAMAGE.
     (a) Cut, remove and discard the lockwire which temporarily safeties the sliding bushes (22) on the links (20).
     (b) Put the links (20) in position on the rudder control frame (57).
     (c) Apply the Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area Chromate Free - (Material No.06LCB1) or Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area - - (Material No.06LCG9) on the bolts (21).
     (d) Install the sliding bushes (22), bolts (21), washers (29) and nuts (28).
     (e) Tighten the nuts (28).
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL A COTTER PIN. EACH TIME YOU REMOVE A COTTER PIN DURING THE TASK, DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. A LOOSE COTTER PIN CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND.
     (f) Safety the nuts (28) with the new AIPC 27-21-04-12-100 PIN (27).
   (7) Install the bonding straps (25) on the rudder control frame (57):
     (a) Put the bonding straps (25) in position on the rudder control frame (57).
     (b) Install the washers (24) and the bolts (23).
     (c) Tighten the bolts (23).
     (d) Do the electrical resistance measurement and the final protection of the bonding point(s)
(
Ref. AMM TASK 20-28-00-912-802).
   (8) Install the hydraulic bracket (30) on the rudder control frame (57):
     (a) Put the hydraulic bracket (30) in position on the rudder control frame (57).
     (b) Install the washers (32), bolts (31) and nuts (33).
     (c) Tighten the nuts (33).
Subtask 27-22-51-420-050-B ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
D. Installation of the Rudder Trim Actuator (PN 6137-3)
   (1) Prepare the surface of the bonding point(s)
(Ref. AMM TASK 20-28-00-912-803).
   (2) Install the rudder trim actuator (8):
     (a) Carefully move the bottom part of the rudder control frame (57) rearward.
     (b) Install the rudder trim actuator (8) from the right side.
     (c) Put the rudder trim actuator (8) in position on the bracket (12).
     (d) Make sure that the mobile red index is in the zero position.
NOTE: This step is important for the correct rigging of the rudder.
     (e) If the mobile red index is not in the zero position, do step 3.G.(4) again.
     (f) Engage the splined shaft (5) with the universal joint (13).
   (3) Disconnect the artificial-feel spring rod (54) from the mixer (48) to make sure that it is in the zero position as follows:
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL A COTTER PIN. EACH TIME YOU REMOVE A COTTER PIN DURING THE TASK, DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. A LOOSE COTTER PIN CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND.
     (a) Remove and discard the cotter pin (49).
     (b) Remove the nut (50) and the washer (51).
     (c) Remove the bolt (53).
     (d) Disengage the artificial-feel spring rod (54) from the mixer (48).
     (e) Remove the laminated washer (55) and the bush (56) from the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
   (4) Connect the artificial-feel spring rod (54) to the mixer (48) as follows:
     (a) Make sure that the bush (52) is correctly installed on the mixer (48).
     (b) Install the bush (56) and the laminated washer (55) on the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
     (c) Connect the artificial-feel spring rod (54) to the mixer (48).
     (d) Install the bolt (53) but do not compress or extend the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
If you cannot install the bolt (53) easily without compression or extension of the artificial-feel spring rod (54), do these steps:
       1 Move the rudder trim actuator (8) down and disengage the splined shaft (5) from the universal joint (13).
       2 Turn the universal joint of the artificial-feel spring rod (54) until you can install and remove the bolt (53) easily without compression or extension of the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
       3 Engage the splined shaft (5) with the universal joint (13).
       4 Install the bolt (53) without compression or extension of the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
     (e) Install the washer (51) and the nut (50).
     (f) Tighten the nut (50).
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND GLOVES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL LOCKWIRE. EACH TIME YOU CUT LOCKWIRE, REMOVE AND DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. LOOSE LOCKWIRE CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND, AND/OR CAN CAUSE DAMAGE.
     (g) Safety the nut (50) with the new AIPC 27-23-04-02-080 PIN (49) or AIPC 27-23-84-02-080 PIN (49).
   (5) Continue the installation of the rudder trim actuator (8):
     (a) Install the bolts (9) and the washers (10) on the flange (11).
     (b) Install the bolt (4), washer (3) and bonding strap (2) on the flange (11).
     (c) Tighten the bolts (4) and (9).
     (d) Make sure that the bonding strap (2) is in the correct position.
     (e) Do the electrical resistance measurement and the final protection of the bonding point(s)
(
Ref. AMM TASK 20-28-00-912-802).
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND GLOVES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL LOCKWIRE. EACH TIME YOU CUT LOCKWIRE, REMOVE AND DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. LOOSE LOCKWIRE CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND, AND/OR CAN CAUSE DAMAGE.
     (f) Safety the bolts (4) and (9) with the lockwire 14QFB1Wire-Locking Dia: 0.8 mm CRES Nickel Alloy -.
     (g) Remove the CAP - BLANKING from the receptacles (14) and (15) and from electrical connectors A (18) and B (16).
     (h) Make sure that all the electrical connections are clean and in the correct condition.
     (i) Before you connect the electrical connectors, refer to the identification marks.
     (j) Connect electrical connectors A (18) and B (16) to the receptacles (14) and (15).
     (k) Make sure that the bonding straps (17) and (19) are correctly installed on electrical connectors A (18) and B (16) and on the structure.
   (6) Connect the link (20) to the rudder control frame (57):
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL A COTTER PIN. EACH TIME YOU REMOVE A COTTER PIN DURING THE TASK, DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. A LOOSE COTTER PIN CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND.
     (a) Cut, remove and discard the lockwire which temporarily safeties the sliding bush (29) on the link (20).
     (b) Apply the Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area Chromate Free - (Material No.06LCB1) or Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area - - (Material No.06LCG9) on the bolt (28).
     (c) Put the link (20) in position on the rudder control frame (57).
     (d) Install the sliding bush (29), bolt (28), washer (22) and nut (21).
     (e) Tighten the nut (21).
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL A COTTER PIN. EACH TIME YOU REMOVE A COTTER PIN DURING THE TASK, DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. A LOOSE COTTER PIN CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND.
     (f) Safety the nut (21) with the new AIPC 27-21-04-12-100 PIN (23).
   (7) Connect the rocker (40) to the rudder control frame (57):
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL A COTTER PIN. EACH TIME YOU REMOVE A COTTER PIN DURING THE TASK, DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. A LOOSE COTTER PIN CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND.
     (a) Cut, remove and discard the lockwire which temporarily safeties the sliding bushes (31) and (39) on the rocker (40).
     (b) Apply the Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area Chromate Free - (Material No.
06LCB1) or Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area - - (Material No.06LCG9) on the bolts (30) and (38).
     (c) Put the rocker (40) in position on the rudder control frame (57).
     (d) Install the sliding bushes (31), bolt (30), washer (32) and nut (33).
     (e) Install the sliding bush (39), bolt (38), washer (32) and nut (33).
     (f) Tighten the nuts (33).
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL A COTTER PIN. EACH TIME YOU REMOVE A COTTER PIN DURING THE TASK, DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. A LOOSE COTTER PIN CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND.
     (g) Safety the nuts (33) with the new AIPC 27-21-04-12-100 PIN (34).
   (8) Install the bonding strap (26) on the rudder control frame (57):
     (a) Put the bonding strap (26) in position on the rudder control frame (57).
     (b) Install the washer (25) and the bolt (24).
     (c) Tighten the bolt (24).
     (d) Do the electrical resistance measurement and the final protection of the bonding point(s)
(
Ref. AMM TASK 20-28-00-912-802).
   (9) Install the bonding strap (35) on the rudder control frame (57):
     (a) Put the bonding strap (35) in position on the rudder control frame (57).
     (b) Install the washer (36) and the bolt (37).
     (c) Tighten the bolt (37).
     (d) Do the electrical resistance measurement and the final protection of the bonding point(s)
(Ref. AMM TASK 20-28-00-912-802).
   (10) Install the hydraulic bracket (41) on the rudder control frame (57):
     (a) Put the hydraulic bracket (41) in position on the rudder control frame (57).
     (b) Install the washers (43), bolts (42) and nuts (44).
     (c) Tighten the nuts (44).
Subtask 27-22-51-420-054-B ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
E. Installation of the Rudder Trim Actuator (PNs 6137-4 or 6137-5)
   (1) Prepare the surface of the bonding point(s)
(Ref. AMM TASK 20-28-00-912-803).
   (2) Install the rudder trim actuator (8):
     (a) Carefully move the bottom part of the rudder control frame (57) rearward.
     (b) Install the rudder trim actuator (8) from the right side.
     (c) Put the rudder trim actuator (8) in position on the bracket (12).
     (d) Make sure that the mobile red index is in the zero position.
NOTE: This step is important for the correct rigging of the rudder.
     (e) If the mobile red index is not in the zero position, do step 3.G.(4) again.
     (f) Engage the splined shaft (5) in the universal joint (13).
   (3) Disconnect the artificial-feel spring rod (54) from the mixer (48) to make sure that it is in the zero position as follows:
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL A COTTER PIN. EACH TIME YOU REMOVE A COTTER PIN DURING THE TASK, DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. A LOOSE COTTER PIN CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND.
     (a) Remove and discard the cotter pin (49).
     (b) Remove the nut (50) and the washer (51).
     (c) Remove the bolt (53).
     (d) Disengage the artificial-feel spring rod (54) from the mixer (48).
     (e) Remove the laminated washer (55) and the bush (56) from the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
   (4) Connect the artificial-feel spring rod (54) to the mixer (48) as follows:
     (a) Make sure that the bush (52) is correctly installed on the mixer (48).
     (b) Install the bush (56) and the laminated washer (55) on the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
     (c) Connect the artificial-feel spring rod (54) to the mixer (48).
     (d) Install the bolt (53) but do not compress or extend the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
If you cannot install the bolt (53) easily without compression or extension of the artificial-feel spring rod (54), do these steps:
       1 Move the rudder trim actuator (8) down and disengage the splined shaft (5) from the universal joint (13).
       2 Turn the universal joint of the artificial-feel spring rod (54) until you can install and remove the bolt (53) easily without compression or extension of the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
       3 Engage the splined shaft (5) with the universal joint (13).
       4 Install the bolt (53) without compression or extension of the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
     (e) Install the washer (51) and the nut (50).
     (f) Tighten the nut (50).
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL A COTTER PIN. EACH TIME YOU REMOVE A COTTER PIN DURING THE TASK, DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. A LOOSE COTTER PIN CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND.
     (g) Safety the nut (50) with the new AIPC 27-23-04-02-080 PIN (49) or AIPC 27-23-84-02-080 PIN (49).
   (5) Continue the installation of the rudder trim actuator (8):
     (a) Install the bolts (9) and the washers (10) on the flange (11).
     (b) Install the bolt (4), washer (3) and bonding strap (2) on the flange (11).
     (c) Tighten the bolts (4) and (9).
       1 Make sure that the bonding strap (2) is in the correct position.
     (d) Do the electrical resistance measurement and the final protection of the bonding point(s)
(
Ref. AMM TASK 20-28-00-912-802).
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND GLOVES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL LOCKWIRE. EACH TIME YOU CUT LOCKWIRE, REMOVE AND DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. LOOSE LOCKWIRE CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND, AND/OR CAN CAUSE DAMAGE.
     (e) Safety the bolts (4) and (9) with the lockwire 14QFB1Wire-Locking Dia: 0.8 mm CRES Nickel Alloy -.
     (f) Remove the CAP - BLANKING from the receptacles (14) and (15) and from electrical connectors A (18) and B (16).
     (g) Make sure that all the electrical connections are clean and in the correct condition.
     (h) Before you connect the electrical connectors, refer to the identification marks that you made during the removal.
     (i) Connect electrical connectors A (18) and B (16) to the receptacles (14) and (15).
     (j) Make sure that the bonding straps (17) and (19) are correctly installed on electrical connectors A (18) and B (16) and on the structure.
   (6) Connect the link (20) to the rudder control frame (57):
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND GLOVES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL LOCKWIRE. EACH TIME YOU CUT LOCKWIRE, REMOVE AND DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. LOOSE LOCKWIRE CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND, AND/OR CAN CAUSE DAMAGE.
     (a) Cut, remove and discard the lockwire which temporarily safeties the sliding bush (29) in the link (20).
     (b) Apply the Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area Chromate Free - (Material No.06LCB1) or Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area - - (Material No.06LCG9) on the bolt (28).
     (c) Put the link (20) in position on the rudder control frame (57).
     (d) Install the sliding bush (29), bolt (28), washer (22) and nut (21).
     (e) Tighten the nut (21).
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL A COTTER PIN. EACH TIME YOU REMOVE A COTTER PIN DURING THE TASK, DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. A LOOSE COTTER PIN CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND.
     (f) Safety the nut (21) with the AIPC 27-21-04-12-100 PIN (23).
   (7) Connect the rocker (40) to the rudder control frame (57):
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND GLOVES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL LOCKWIRE. EACH TIME YOU CUT LOCKWIRE, REMOVE AND DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. LOOSE LOCKWIRE CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND, AND/OR CAN CAUSE DAMAGE.
     (a) Cut, remove and discard the lockwire which temporarily safeties the sliding bushes (31) and (39) on the rocker (40).
     (b) Apply the Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area Chromate Free - (Material No.
06LCB1) or Non Hardening Jointing Putty-Medium Temp. Area - - (Material No.06LCG9) on the bolts (30) and (38).
     (c) Put the rocker (40) in position on the rudder control frame (57).
     (d) Install the sliding bushes (31), bolt (30), washer (32) and nut (33).
     (e) Install the sliding bush (39), bolt (38), washer (32) and nut (33).
     (f) Tighten the nuts (33).
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL A COTTER PIN. EACH TIME YOU REMOVE A COTTER PIN DURING THE TASK, DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. A LOOSE COTTER PIN CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND.
     (g) Safety the nuts (33) with the new AIPC 27-21-04-12-100 PIN (34).
   (8) Install the bonding strap (26) on the rudder control frame (57):
     (a) Put the bonding strap (26) in position on the rudder control frame (57).
     (b) Install the washer (25) and the bolt (24).
     (c) Tighten the bolt (24).
     (d) Do the electrical resistance measurement and the final protection of the bonding point(s)
(
Ref. AMM TASK 20-28-00-912-802).
   (9) Install the bonding strap (35) on the rudder control frame (57):
     (a) Put the bonding strap (35) in position on the rudder control frame (57).
     (b) Install the washer (36) and the bolt (37).
     (c) Tighten the bolt (37).
     (d) Do the electrical resistance measurement and the final protection of the bonding point(s)
(Ref. AMM TASK 20-28-00-912-802).
   (10) Install the hydraulic bracket (41) on the rudder control frame (57):
     (a) Put the hydraulic bracket (41) in position on the rudder control frame (57).
     (b) Install the washers (43), bolts (42) and nuts (44).
     (c) Tighten the nuts (44).
Subtask 27-22-51-860-053-A
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND GLOVES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL LOCKWIRE. EACH TIME YOU CUT LOCKWIRE, REMOVE AND DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. LOOSE LOCKWIRE CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND, AND/OR CAN CAUSE DAMAGE.
F. Preparation for the Test (PN 6137-03)
   (1) Remove the 6137-013 PIN-LOCKING (6) from the rudder trim actuator (8).
   (2) Remove the plug (7) from the storage hole of the rudder trim actuator (8).
   (3) Make sure that the O-ring is installed on the plug (7) and in good condition.
   (4) Install the plug (7) in the rigging hole of the rudder trim actuator (8).
   (5) TORQUE the plug (7) to between 1.2 and 0.8 m.N (10.62 and 7.08 lbf.in ) T.
   (6) Safety the plug (7) with the lockwire 14QCC1Wire-Locking Dia: 0.4 mm (0.016 inch) CRES -.
   (7) Remove the
98D27207548000 PIN-RIGGING (47) from the mixer (48) of the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
Subtask 27-22-51-860-057-A
WARNING: USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND GLOVES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL LOCKWIRE. EACH TIME YOU CUT LOCKWIRE, REMOVE AND DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. LOOSE LOCKWIRE CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND, AND/OR CAN CAUSE DAMAGE.
G. Preparation for the Test (PNs 6137-4 or 6137-5)
   (1) Remove the 6137-060 PIN - LOCKING (6) from the rudder trim actuator (8).
   (2) Make sure that the O-ring is installed on the plug (7) and in good condition.
   (3) Install the plug (7) in the rigging hole of the rudder trim actuator (8).
   (4) TORQUE the plug (7) to between 1.2 and 0.8 m.N (10.62 and 7.08 lbf.in ) T.
   (5) Safety the plug (7) with the lockwire 14QCC1Wire-Locking Dia: 0.4 mm (0.016 inch) CRES -.
   (6) Remove the
98D27207548000 PIN-RIGGING (47) from the mixer (48) of the artificial-feel spring rod (54).
Subtask 27-22-51-860-065-A
H. Preparation for the Test
   (1) Remove the WARNING NOTICE(S).
   (2) On the overhead panel, on FLT CTL panel 23VU, push the ELAC 1, SEC 1 and FAC 1 pushbutton switches (the OFF legends go off).
   (3) On the overhead panel, on FLT CTL panel 24VU, push the ELAC 2, SEC 2 and FAC 2 pushbutton switches (the OFF legends go off).
Subtask 27-22-51-865-051-A
I. Remove the safety clip(s) and the tag(s) and close this(these) circuit breaker(s):
PANELDESIGNATIONFINLOCATION
** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
49VUAUTO FLT/FAC1/28VDC5CC1B04
49VUAUTO FLT/FAC1/26VAC14CC1B03
** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
49VUAUTO FLT/FAC1/28VDC5CC1H10
49VUAUTO FLT/FAC1/26VAC14CC1H09
** ON A/C ALL
121VUAUTO FLT/RUDDER/TRIM/IND15CCM20
121VUAUTO FLT/FAC2/28VDC5CC2M19
121VUAUTO FLT/FAC2/26VAC14CC2M18
Subtask 27-22-51-720-052-A
J. Test
   (1) Make sure that the locking pin (6) is removed before you do the operational test of the rudder trim actuation:
  • For PN 6137-3: 6137-013 PIN-LOCKING
  • For PN 6137-4 or 6137-5: 6137-060 PIN - LOCKING.
   (2) Do the operational test of the rudder trim actuation (Ref. AMM TASK 27-22-00-710-002).
   (3) If you operate the aircraft in CAT 3 conditions, do these tests:
   (4) Do the operational test of the rudder hydraulic actuation (Ref. AMM TASK 27-24-00-710-001).
   (5) Make sure that there are no hydraulic leaks in the area of the rudder control frame (57).
5. Close-up
Subtask 27-22-51-410-050-B
A. Close Access
   (1) Make sure that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items.
   (2) Close access panels 325BL and 325BR (Ref. AMM TASK 55-33-13-410-002).
   (3) Remove the access platform(s).
   (4) Remove the SAFETY BARRIERS.
Subtask 27-22-51-410-051-A
B. Close Access
   (1) Make sure that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items.
   (2) On battery power center 105VU:
     (a) Install the protective cover.
     (b) Tighten the two screws.
   (3) Close access door 822.
   (4) Remove the access platform(s).
Subtask 27-22-51-860-066-A
C. Put the aircraft back to its initial configuration.
   (1) Do the EIS stop procedure
(Ref. AMM TASK 31-60-00-860-002).
   (2) De-energize the aircraft electrical circuits
(Ref. AMM TASK 24-41-00-862-002)
   (3) Remove the ground support and maintenance equipment, the special and standard tools and all other items.
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