DOC AIRBUS | AMM A320FRemoval of the Thrust Reverser Hinge Access Panels [PW11]
TASK 78-30-06-000-801-A
Removal of the Thrust Reverser Hinge Access Panels
Self explanatory
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
B. Referenced Information
3. Job Set-up
Subtask 78-30-06-941-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
Subtask 78-30-06-020-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
[Rev.10 from 2021]
2026.04.01 03:30:50 UTC
Removal of the Thrust Reverser Hinge Access Panels
WARNING:
BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU DO WORK ON THE ENGINE AFTER SHUTDOWN. THE ENGINE CAN STAY HOT FOR A LONG TIME. IF YOU DO NOT OBEY THIS INSTRUCTION, INJURY CAN OCCUR.
WARNING:
WEAR APPLICABLE PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) WHEN YOU DO THIS TASK. BEFORE YOU USE PPE, READ, UNDERSTAND AND OBEY ALL INSTRUCTIONS FOR ITS USE. THESE INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDE INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE MANUFACTURER, YOUR EMPLOYER AND GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS. YOU CAN GET INJURED IF YOU DO NOT USE PPE. GET INSTRUCTIONS FROM YOUR EMPLOYER ON WHICH PPE IS NECESSARY.
1. Reason for the JobSelf explanatory
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
| REFERENCE | QTY | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|---|
| No specific | 1 | ACCESS PLATFORM 2M (6 FT) - ADJUSTABLE |
| No specific | AR | COVER - PROTECTION |
| REFERENCE | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|
| TASK 71-00-00-860-833-A | Procedure to Prevent Engine Motoring |
| TASK 78-30-00-040-805-A | Deactivation of the Thrust Reverser System for Ground Maintenance |
Thrust Reverser Hinge Access Panels, LH, Engine 1Subtask 78-30-06-941-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
A. Safety Precautions
(1) Do the procedure to prevent engine motoring
(Ref. AMM TASK 71-00-00-860-833).
Subtask 78-30-06-040-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL (1) Do the procedure to prevent engine motoring
(Ref. AMM TASK 71-00-00-860-833).
B. Deactivation of the Thrust Reverser for Ground Maintenance
Subtask 78-30-06-010-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL 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 78-30-00-040-805). C. Get Access
(1) Put an ACCESS PLATFORM 2M (6 FT) - ADJUSTABLE in position.
4. Procedure(1) Put an ACCESS PLATFORM 2M (6 FT) - ADJUSTABLE in position.
Subtask 78-30-06-020-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
A. Removal of the Hinge Access Panels
(a) Remove the 11 bolts (2) that attach the forward hinge access panel (1) (451DL) to the thrust reverser hinge beam.
(b) Remove the forward hinge access panel (1) (451DL).
(c) Remove the 11 bolts (3) that attach the aft hinge access panel (4) (451EL) to the thrust reverser hinge beam.
(d) Remove the aft hinge access panel (4) (451EL).
(2) Remove the hinge access panels (12) and (14) for the right thrust reverser, engine 1.
(a) Remove the 11 bolts (13) that attach the forward hinge access panel (14) (452DR) to the thrust reverser hinge beam.
(b) Remove the forward hinge access panel (14) (452DR).
(c) Remove the 11 bolts (11) that attach the aft hinge access panel (12) (452ER) to the thrust reverser hinge beam.
(d) Remove the aft hinge access panel (12) (452ER).
(3) Remove the hinge access panels (21) and (24) for the left thrust reverser, engine 2.
(a) Remove the 11 bolts (22) that attach the forward hinge access panel (21) (461DL) to the thrust reverser hinge beam.
(b) Remove the forward hinge access panel (21) (461DL).
(c) Remove the 11 bolts (23) that attach the aft hinge access panel (24) (461EL) to the thrust reverser hinge beam.
(d) Remove the aft hinge access panel (24) (461EL).
(4) Remove the hinge access panels (32) and (34) for the right thrust reverser, engine 2.
(a) Remove the 11 bolts (33) that attach the forward hinge access panel (34) (462DR) to the thrust reverser hinge beam.
(b) Remove the forward hinge access panel (34) (462DR).
(c) Remove the 11 bolts (31) that attach the aft hinge access panel (32) (462ER) to the thrust reverser hinge beam.
(d) Remove the aft hinge access panel (32) (462ER).
(5) Installation of the protection covers
CAUTION:
WIPE CLEAN ALL PARTS AND TOOLS AS NECESSARY TO REMOVE UNWANTED DEBRIS AND PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE.
(1) Remove the hinge access panels (1) and (4) for the left thrust reverser, engine 1. (a) Remove the 11 bolts (2) that attach the forward hinge access panel (1) (451DL) to the thrust reverser hinge beam.
(b) Remove the forward hinge access panel (1) (451DL).
(c) Remove the 11 bolts (3) that attach the aft hinge access panel (4) (451EL) to the thrust reverser hinge beam.
(d) Remove the aft hinge access panel (4) (451EL).
(2) Remove the hinge access panels (12) and (14) for the right thrust reverser, engine 1.
(a) Remove the 11 bolts (13) that attach the forward hinge access panel (14) (452DR) to the thrust reverser hinge beam.
(b) Remove the forward hinge access panel (14) (452DR).
(c) Remove the 11 bolts (11) that attach the aft hinge access panel (12) (452ER) to the thrust reverser hinge beam.
(d) Remove the aft hinge access panel (12) (452ER).
(3) Remove the hinge access panels (21) and (24) for the left thrust reverser, engine 2.
(a) Remove the 11 bolts (22) that attach the forward hinge access panel (21) (461DL) to the thrust reverser hinge beam.
(b) Remove the forward hinge access panel (21) (461DL).
(c) Remove the 11 bolts (23) that attach the aft hinge access panel (24) (461EL) to the thrust reverser hinge beam.
(d) Remove the aft hinge access panel (24) (461EL).
(4) Remove the hinge access panels (32) and (34) for the right thrust reverser, engine 2.
(a) Remove the 11 bolts (33) that attach the forward hinge access panel (34) (462DR) to the thrust reverser hinge beam.
(b) Remove the forward hinge access panel (34) (462DR).
(c) Remove the 11 bolts (31) that attach the aft hinge access panel (32) (462ER) to the thrust reverser hinge beam.
(d) Remove the aft hinge access panel (32) (462ER).
(5) Installation of the protection covers
CAUTION:
INSTALL PROTECTION COVERS ON ALL THE OPENINGS IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE.
(a) Make sure that you install COVER - PROTECTION as necessary to prevent damage to the engine.