Visual Inspection of Strut 6 [CFML]
TASK 72-24-03-210-803-A
Visual Inspection of Strut 6
This procedure gives criteria for visual inspection of strut 6.
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
B. Work Zones and Access Panels
C. Referenced Information
3. Job Set-up
Subtask 72-24-03-941-055-A
Subtask 72-24-03-210-052-A
Subtask 72-24-03-410-057-A
[Rev.10 from 2021]
2026.04.01 13:04:01 UTC
Visual Inspection of Strut 6
WARNING:
BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU DO WORK ON THE ENGINE PARTS AFTER THE ENGINE SHUTDOWN. USE APPLICABLE THERMAL GLOVES. THE ENGINE PARTS CAN STAY HOT FOR ONE HOUR AFTER SHUTDOWN AND CAN BURN YOU.
ZONE: 400
1. Reason for the JobThis procedure gives criteria for visual inspection of strut 6.
NOTE: The inspection criteria below are applicable after removal of high metal.
NOTE: You can use equivalent alternatives for standard tools, equipment and consumable materials.
2. Job Set-up InformationA. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
| REFERENCE | QTY | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|---|
| No specific | AR | WARNING NOTICE(S) |
| ZONE/ACCESS | ZONE DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| 400 | POWER PLANT, NACELLES AND PYLONS |
| FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1) | |
| 437AL, 438AR, 451AL, 452AR | |
| FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2) | |
| 447AL, 448AR, 461AL, 462AR | |
| REFERENCE | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|
| TASK 71-13-00-010-803-A | Opening of the Fan Cowl Doors |
| TASK 71-13-00-410-803-A | Closing of the Fan Cowl Doors |
| TASK 72-24-03-000-803-A | Removal of the Strut 6 |
| TASK 72-24-03-300-803-A | Strut 6 - Replacement of the Bonded Seals |
| TASK 72-24-03-400-803-A | Installation of the Strut 6 |
| TASK 78-30-00-040-809-A | Deactivation of the Thrust Reverser System for Ground Maintenance |
| TASK 78-30-00-440-809-A | Reactivation of the Thrust Reverser System after Ground Maintenance |
| TASK 78-36-00-010-806-A | Opening of the Thrust Reverser Cowl Doors |
| TASK 78-36-00-410-806-A | Closing of the Thrust Reverser Cowl Doors |
Subtask 72-24-03-941-055-A
A. Safety Precautions
(1) On the center pedestal, on ENG panel 115VU:
(a) Make sure that the ENG/MODE selector switch is in the NORM position.
(b) Make sure that the ENG/MASTER 1(2) control switch was in the OFF position not less than five minutes before you do this procedure.
(c) Put the WARNING NOTICE(S) in position to tell persons not to operate:
(a) Make sure that the ON legend of the FADEC GND PWR/1(2) pushbutton switch is off.
(b) Put the WARNING NOTICE(S) in position to tell persons not to energize FADEC 1(2).
Subtask 72-24-03-010-060-A (1) On the center pedestal, on ENG panel 115VU:
(a) Make sure that the ENG/MODE selector switch is in the NORM position.
(b) Make sure that the ENG/MASTER 1(2) control switch was in the OFF position not less than five minutes before you do this procedure.
(c) Put the WARNING NOTICE(S) in position to tell persons not to operate:
- The ENG/MODE selector switch
- The ENG/MASTER 1(2) control switch.
(a) Make sure that the ON legend of the FADEC GND PWR/1(2) pushbutton switch is off.
(b) Put the WARNING NOTICE(S) in position to tell persons not to energize FADEC 1(2).
B. Get Access
(1) Open the fan cowl doors (Ref. AMM TASK 71-13-00-010-803):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1)
437AL 438AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2)
447AL 448AR.
Subtask 72-24-03-040-055-A (1) Open the fan cowl doors (Ref. AMM TASK 71-13-00-010-803):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1)
437AL 438AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2)
447AL 448AR.
C. Deactivation of the Thrust Reverser System for Maintenance
Subtask 72-24-03-010-061-A WARNING:
YOU MUST DEACTIVATE THE THRUST REVERSER BEFORE YOU DO WORK ON OR AROUND IT. IF YOU DO NOT, THE THRUST REVERSER CAN OPERATE ACCIDENTALLY AND CAUSE AN INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE.
(1) Do the deactivation of the thrust reverser system for ground maintenance (Ref. AMM TASK 78-30-00-040-809). D. Get Access
(1) Open the thrust reverser cowl-doors (Ref. AMM TASK 78-36-00-010-806):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1)
451AL 452AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2)
461AL 462AR.
4. Procedure(1) Open the thrust reverser cowl-doors (Ref. AMM TASK 78-36-00-010-806):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1)
451AL 452AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2)
461AL 462AR.
Subtask 72-24-03-210-052-A
A. Visual Inspection of Strut 6
(1) Do a visual inspection of all areas of strut 6 (1) . Refer to the table that follows for the inspection areas.
Subtask 72-24-03-210-053-A (1) Do a visual inspection of all areas of strut 6 (1) . Refer to the table that follows for the inspection areas.
| INSPECT/CHECK | MAXIMUM SERVICEABLE LIMITS | REMARKS |
|---|---|---|
| 1.Visual inspection of the area A | | |
| A.Grinding aspect | Any amount | |
| B.Fretting, erosion, wear | Not serviceable | |
| C.Nicks, scratches, cracks | Not serviceable | |
| D.Dents | Not serviceable | |
| 2.Visual inspection of area B | | |
| A.Grinding aspect | Any amount | |
| B.Fretting, erosion, wear | Not serviceable | |
| C.Nicks, scratches, cracks | Not serviceable | |
| D.Dents | Permitted, if not more than 0.024 in. (0.61 mm) in depth | |
| 3.Visual inspection of area C | | |
| A.Grinding aspect | Any amount | |
| B.Fretting, erosion, wear | Not serviceable | |
| C.Nicks, scratches, cracks | Permitted, if not more than 0.008 in. (0.20 mm) in depth | |
| D.Dents | Permitted, if not more than 0.024 in. (0.61 mm) in depth | |
| 4.Visual inspection of the replaceable nuts (4) | | |
| A.Missing | Not serviceable | Replace the strut 6 (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-000-803) and (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-400-803). |
| B.Looseness | Not serviceable | Replace the strut 6 (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-000-803) and (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-400-803). |
| 5.Visual inspection of the pawl springs (5) | | |
| A.Missing | Not serviceable | Replace the strut 6 (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-000-803) and (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-400-803). |
| B.Looseness | Not serviceable | Replace the strut 6 (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-000-803) and (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-400-803). |
| 6.Visual inspection of the rivets (6) | | |
| A.Missing | Not serviceable | Replace the strut 6 (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-000-803) and (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-400-803). |
| B.Looseness | Not serviceable | Replace the strut 6 (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-000-803) and (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-400-803). |
| 7.Visual inspection of the inserts (3) | | |
| A.Missing | Not serviceable | Replace the strut 6 (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-000-803) and (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-400-803). |
| B.Looseness | Not serviceable | Replace the strut 6 (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-000-803) and (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-400-803). |
| 8.Visual inspection of the seals (2) | | |
| A.Missing fully or not | Not serviceable | Repair the bonded seal (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-300-803). |
| B.Disbonded | Not serviceable | Repair the bonded seal (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-300-803). |
| C.Break, crack, scratch, color change | Not serviceable | Repair the bonded seal (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-300-803). |
| D.Bubbles | Not serviceable | Repair the bonded seal (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-300-803). |
| E.Permanent strain, excessive strain | Not serviceable | Repair the bonded seal (Ref. AMM TASK 72-24-03-300-803). |
B. Visual Inspection of Strut 6 Fairing Support
(1) Do a visual inspection of all areas of strut 6 fairing support (7). Refer to the table that follows for the inspection areas.
5. Close-up(1) Do a visual inspection of all areas of strut 6 fairing support (7). Refer to the table that follows for the inspection areas.
| INSPECT/CHECK | MAXIMUM SERVICEABLE LIMITS | REMARKS |
|---|---|---|
| 1.Visual examination of all areas | | |
| A.Fretting, wear, erosion | Not serviceable | |
| B.Nicks, scratches, cracks | Not serviceable | |
| 2.Visual inspection of area D | | |
| A.Dents | Any number if not more than 0.023 in. (0.58 mm) in depth | |
| 3.Visual inspection of area E | | |
| A.Dents | Not serviceable | |
| 4.Visual inspection of the replaceable nuts (8) | | |
| A.Missing | Not serviceable | |
| B.Looseness | Not serviceable | |
| C.Wear, torn | Not serviceable | |
Subtask 72-24-03-410-057-A
A. Close Access
(1) Make sure that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items.
(2) Close the thrust reverser cowl-doors (Ref. AMM TASK 78-36-00-410-806):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1)
451AL 452AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2)
461AL 462AR.
Subtask 72-24-03-440-054-A (1) Make sure that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items.
(2) Close the thrust reverser cowl-doors (Ref. AMM TASK 78-36-00-410-806):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1)
451AL 452AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2)
461AL 462AR.
B. Do the reactivation of the thrust reverser system after ground maintenance (Ref. AMM TASK 78-30-00-440-809).
Subtask 72-24-03-410-058-A
Strut 6