Removal of the Thrust Reverser Bifurcation Latch Pin [PW11]
TASK 78-32-73-000-801-A
Removal of the Thrust Reverser Bifurcation Latch Pin
Self explanatory
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
B. Work Zones and Access Panels
C. Referenced Information
3. Job Set-up
Subtask 78-32-73-941-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
[Rev.10 from 2021]
2026.04.01 03:33:48 UTC
Removal of the Thrust Reverser Bifurcation Latch Pin
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.
1. Reason for the JobSelf explanatory
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
| REFERENCE | QTY | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|---|
| No specific | AR | COVER - PROTECTION |
| ZONE/ACCESS | ZONE DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENG 1) | |
| 437AL, 438AR, 452AR | |
| FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENG 2) | |
| 447AL, 448AR, 462AR | |
| REFERENCE | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|
| TASK 71-00-00-860-833-A | Procedure to Prevent Engine Motoring |
| TASK 71-13-00-010-802-A | Opening of the Fan Cowl Doors |
| TASK 78-30-00-040-805-A | Deactivation of the Thrust Reverser System for Ground Maintenance |
| TASK 78-32-71-000-802-A | Removal of the Right Thrust Reverser Thermal Insulation Blankets |
| TASK 78-36-00-010-802-A | Opening of the Thrust Reverser Cowl-Doors |
Subtask 78-32-73-941-050-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 78-32-73-010-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL (1) Do the procedure to prevent engine motoring
(Ref. AMM TASK 71-00-00-860-833).
B. Get Access
(1) Open the fan cowl doors (Ref. AMM TASK 71-13-00-010-802):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENG 1)
437AL 438AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENG 2)
447AL 448AR
Subtask 78-32-73-040-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL (1) Open the fan cowl doors (Ref. AMM TASK 71-13-00-010-802):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENG 1)
437AL 438AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENG 2)
447AL 448AR
C. Deactivation of the Thrust Reverser for Maintenance
Subtask 78-32-73-010-051-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). D. Get Access
(1) Open the right thrust-reverser cowl-door (Ref. AMM TASK 78-36-00-010-802):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENG 1)
452AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENG 2)
462AR
(2) Remove the bifurcation latch system (BLS) latch blanket from the lower inner structure of the right thrust-reverser door (Ref. AMM TASK 78-32-71-000-802).
4. Procedure(1) Open the right thrust-reverser cowl-door (Ref. AMM TASK 78-36-00-010-802):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENG 1)
452AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENG 2)
462AR
(2) Remove the bifurcation latch system (BLS) latch blanket from the lower inner structure of the right thrust-reverser door (Ref. AMM TASK 78-32-71-000-802).
CAUTION:
WIPE CLEAN ALL PARTS AND TOOLS AS NECESSARY TO REMOVE UNWANTED DEBRIS AND PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE.
Subtask 78-32-73-020-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL A. Removal of the BLS pin assembly (4) from the right thrust reverser door.
(1) Remove the bolt (1), washer (2), bushing (3), and nut (4) from the BLS pin assembly (5).
(2) Remove the BLS pin assembly (5) from the IFS.
(3) Installation of the protection covers
(1) Remove the bolt (1), washer (2), bushing (3), and nut (4) from the BLS pin assembly (5).
(2) Remove the BLS pin assembly (5) from the IFS.
(3) 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.
Thrust Reverser Bifurcation Latch Pin