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COMMUNICATIONS- GENERAL

1. Scope
A. This chapter describes and provides maintenance instructions for equipment which furnishes a
means of communicating from one part of the airplane to another, and between the airplane and
other airplanes or ground stations
B. Additional information on communications equipment can be found in the Wiring Diagram Manual
supplied with the airplane.
C. Technical publications available from the manufacturer of the various components and systems
which are not covered in this manual must be utilized as required for maintenance of those
components and systems.
2. Tools and Equipment
NOTE: Equivalent substitutes may be used for the following items:

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTUR- USE

ER

Type I, PR1440 Courtaulds To fay seal antenna

Class B-2 Aerospace to fuselage.
Sealant 5426 San Fer-
nando Rd.
Glendale, CA
91209

Bonding me- Keithley Keithley Instru- To check electri-

ter Model 580 ments, Inc. cal bonding connec-
Instrument Divi- tions.
sion
28775 Aurora Rd.
Cleveland , OH
44139
Megohm- Model 2850 Associated Re- To check resistance
meter search, Inc. of static wicks.
3773 W. Belmont
Ave.
Chicago, IL
60618

3. Definition
A. Information contained in this chapter provides the basic procedures which can be accomplished at
the flight line level; such as, removal and installation of components and system operation.
B. This chapter is divided into sections to aid maintenance personnel in locating information. A brief
description of each section is as follows:
(1) The speech communication section describes radio equipment used for reception and
transmission of voice communication.
(2) The audio integrating system section describes that portion of the system which controls
the output of the communications and navigation receivers into the pilot and passengers
headphones and speakers, and the output of the pilot s microphone into the communications
transmitters.
(3) The static discharging section describes the static discharge wicks used to dissipate static
electricity.

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NAV/COM- MAINTENANCE PRACTICES

1. General
A. Maintenance practices for the navigation/communications (NAV/COM) units have procedures for
the removal and installation of the different components.
B. The dual NAV/COM radio is in the instrument panel.
C. For airplanes with the Garmin G1000, the center of the Garmin G1000 is the GIA 63 Integrated
Avionics Unit (IAU), which is in the tailcone. The GIA 63 operates as a primary communications
center that connects all of the Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) with the Primary Function Display
(PFD) and Multi-Function Display (MFD). The GIA 63 has the GPS receiver, VHF NAV/COM
receivers, and system integration microprocessors. The GIA 63W has the Wide Area Augmentation
System (WAAS) installed. The GIA 63 transmits directly to the PFD and MFD by a High-Speed Data
Bus (HSDB) Ethernet connection. Software and configurations are sent from the displays through
the GIA 63 to the LRU's in the system.
2. Troubleshooting
A. For troubleshooting procedures of the GIA 63 Integrated Avionics Units in airplanes with Garmin
G1000, refer to the Garmin G1000 Line Maintenance Manual.
3. NAV/COM Radio Removal and Installation
NOTE: The procedures that follow are for airplanes without Garmin G1000.
CAUTION: Do not interchange the KX-155A and KX-165A NAV/COM Radios. You can
cause damage to the NAV/COM Radio.
A. Remove the NAV/COM (Refer to Figure 201).
(1) Put the MASTER switch in the OFF position.
(2) Disengage the NAV/COM 1 and/or NAV/COM 2 circuit breaker.
(3) Turn the recessed mounting screw on the face of the NAV/COM unit counterclockwise until
the locking paw releases from the mounting tray.
(4) Move the NAV/COM unit aft out of the mounting tray to disconnect the electrical connectors
(PI1000, PI1002, and PI1004).
(5) Remove the NAV/COM unit from the mounting tray.
B. Install the NAV/COM (Refer to Figure 201).
(1) Put the NAV/COM unit in the mounting tray and move the unit forward.
(2) Connect the electrical connectors (PI1000, PI1002 and PI1004).
(3) Turn the recessed mounting screw on the face of the NAV/COM unit clockwise until the
NAV/COM unit is attached to the mounting tray.
(4) Engage the NAV/COM 1 and/or NAV/COM 2 circuit breaker.
(5) Put the MASTER switch in the ON position.
(6) Put the NAV/COM switch in the ON position.
(7) Do a check for correct operation.
(8) Put the MASTER and NAV/COM switches in the OFF position.
4. GIA 63 Integrated Avionics Unit Removal/Installation
NOTE: The procedures that follow are for airplanes with Garmin G1000.
NOTE: The airplane has dual integrated avionics units installed. The removal/installation is typical.
A. Remove the Integrated Avionics Unit (Refer to Figure 202).
(1) Put the MASTER switch in the off position.
(2) Disengage the NAV/COM 1 and/or NAV/COM 2 circuit breaker.
(3) Remove the aft seat to get access to the integrated avionics units. Refer to Chapter 25,
Passenger Compartment - Maintenance Practices.
(4) Remove the baggage compartment closeout to get access to the integrated avionics units.
Refer to Chapter 25, Interior Upholstery - Maintenance Practices.

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(5) Disconnect the duct from the aft side of the unit. Refer to Avionics Cooling - Maintenance
Practices.
(6) Release the unit handle.
(a) For units with a Phillips screw, loosen the screw to unlock the unit handle.
(b) For units with a D-Ring, push on the D-Ring and turn it 90 degrees counterclockwise to
unlock the unit handle.
(7) Move the lever up to disengage the locking stud with the dog leg slot in the mounting rack.
(8) Remove the unit from the mounting rack.
B. Install the Integrated Avionics Unit (Refer to Figure 202).
NOTE: If the unit from the initial installation is installed in its initial position, it is not necessary to
load the software or configuration.
NOTE: If the unit from the initial installation is installed in the opposite position, it is not necessary
to load the software but the units must be configured.
NOTE: If a new unit is installed, the software and configuration must be loaded.
CAUTION: Make sure the unit goes into position without resistance. Damage to
the connectors, unit, or mounting rack will occur if the unit is pushed
into position with force.
NOTE: The unit must be in position in the mounting rack to let the locking stud engage the channel.
(1) Make sure the connector and connector pins have no damage.
(a) Replace the connector or connector pins if applicable. Refer to the Wiring Diagram
Manual and the Garmin G1000 Line Maintenance Manual.
(2) Carefully put the unit in position in the mounting rack.
CAUTION: Make sure the lever moves without resistance. Damage to the unit
will occur if the lever is pushed into position with force.
(3) Push the lever down toward the bottom of the unit to engage the locking stud with the dog
leg slot in the mounting rack.
(4) Lock the handle in position.
(a) For units with a Phillips screw, tighten the screw to lock the unit handle.
(b) For units with a D-Ring, push on the D-Ring and turn it 90 degrees clockwise to lock
the unit handle.
(5) Connect the duct to the aft side of the unit. Refer to Avionics Cooling - Maintenance Practices.
(6) Do a check for correct operation or configure the unit. Refer to Test and/or Configure
Integrated Avionics Unit.
(7) Install the baggage compartment closeout. Refer to Chapter 25, Interior Upholstery
- Maintenance Practices .
(8) Install the aft seat. Refer to Chapter 25, Passenger Compartment - Maintenance Practices.
C. Test and/or Configure Integrated Avionics Unit.
(1) Initial unit installed in initial position.
NOTE: If the unit from the initial installation is installed in its initial location, it is not necessary
to load the software or configuration.
(a) Do a check to make sure the unit operates correctly. Refer to the Garmin G1000 Line
Maintenance Manual.
(2) Initial unit installed in the opposite location.
NOTE: If the unit from the initial installation is installed in the opposite location, it is not
necessary to load the software but the units must be configured.
(a) Configure the units and do a check to make sure the units operate correctly. Refer to
the Garmin G1000 Line Maintenance Manual.
(3) New unit installed.
NOTE: If a new unit is installed, the software and configuration must be loaded.

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(a) Load the software and configuration. Refer to the Garmin G1000 Line Maintenance
Manual.
5. VHF Antenna Removal/Installation
NOTE: On airplanes with Garmin G1000 avionics, the left VHF antenna is also the GDL-69A antenna
and a GPS antenna.
NOTE: The removal and installation procedures are typical for all VHF antennas.
A. Remove the VHF Antenna (Refer to Figure 203).
(1) Put the MASTER switch in the OFF position.
(2) Remove the four screws and washers that attach the VHF antenna to the upper surface of
the fuselage.
(3) Pull the antenna away from the fuselage to disconnect the coax connector from the antenna
(PC1001 for VHF1 and PC1002 for VHF2).
B. Install the VHF Antenna (Refer to Figure 203).
(1) Connect the coaxial connector to the antenna (PC1001 for VHF1 and PC1002 for VHF2).
(2) Attach the antenna to the upper surface of the fuselage with the four screws and washers.
6. Microphone Switch Removal/Installation
A. Remove the Microphone Switch (Refer to Figure 204).
(1) Remove the nut that attaches the microphone switch (S1) to the escutcheon.
(2) Remove the screw that attaches the escutcheon to the control wheel.
(3) Lift up the escutcheon to get access to the microphone switch and disconnect the microphone
switch from the control wheel connection.
B. Install the Microphone Switch (Refer to Figure 204).
(1) Connect the microphone switch (S1) to the connection in the control wheel.
(2) Attach the microphone switch to the escutcheon with the nut.
(3) Set the escutcheon in position and install the screw in the escutcheon.
7. Microphone Switch Button Cleaning
A. Clean the Switch Button (Refer to Figure 204).
NOTE: Oil and dirt can collect on the internal electrical contacts of the switch and cause the button
to operate incorrectly.
(1) Apply a sufficient quantity of electrical contact cleaning spray around the full edge of the button
so it will soak down into the switch.
NOTE: The electrical cleaner will help to remove oil and dirt from the internal electrical
contacts of the switch. The recommended contact cleaner is Electro Contact Cleaner
03116 or equivalent, which is supplied by LPS Laboratories, Inc. The phone number
is 1-800-241-8334.
(2) Press the button many times to make sure the cleaner gets into the internal electrical contacts
of the switch.
(3) Complete an operational check of the switch.
NOTE: The transmit light on the COM radio will come on when the power is turned on.
(4) If the button does not operate after the first application of the electric cleaner, apply more
cleaner.
(5) If the button continues to operate incorrectly, replace the microphone switch. Refer to
Microphone Switch Removal/Installation.

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Figure 201. NAV/COM Installation

B216

NAV/COM

NAV/COM

DETAIL A
0585T1040
A0585T1040

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Figure 202. Tailcone Avionics Installation

B3832

AIR DATA
AHRS

INTEGRATED
AVIONICS
UNIT
INTEGRATED
AVIONICS
UNIT

TRANSPONDER

DETAIL A
AIRPLANES THAT HAVE
THE GARMIN G1000 0510T1007
A0518T1103

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Figure 203. VHF Communication Antenna Installation

B1695

NOTE: SOME ANTENNA

INSTALLATIONS
ARE DIFFERENT
THAN SHOWN.

SCREW

WASHER

(NOTE)

GASKET FUSELAGE
SKIN
NUTPLATE

DOUBLER

COAXIAL
CONNECTOR
DETAIL A 0510T1007
AIRPLANES WITH VHF ANTENNA A0518T1025

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B3841

VHF
ANTENNA

SCREW

WASHER

GASKET

FUSELAGE
SKIN
NUTPLATE

VIBRATION
DAMPENER
COAXIAL
CONNECTOR
GDL-69A - LEFT ANTENNA COAXIAL
CONNECTOR
COMM 1 - RIGHT ANTENNA
COMM 2 - LEFT ANTENNA DETAIL A
AIRPLANES WITH
GARMIN G1000 A0518T1107

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Figure 204. Microphone Switch

B3645

B
A

CONTROL WHEEL

DETAILA

SCREW
ELECTRIC TRIM KNOB

NUT

SETSCREW
ELECTRIC TRIM
SWITCH (S3 AND S4)

AUTOPILOT DISCONNECT
NUT SWITCH (S2)

ESCUTCHEON MICROPHONE
SWITCH (S1)
DETAILB

0510T1007
A0760R1007
B0715T1004

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AUDIO PANEL- MAINTENANCE PRACTICES

1. General
A. The audio panel is in the center of the instrument panel. It has audio function, intercom function,
and marker beacon indicators in a single unit.
B. On airplanes with Garmin G1000, the GMA 1347 audio panel is in the center of the instrument
panel between the Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Multi-Function Display (MFD). The GMA 1347
mixes NAV/COM digital audio, intercom system and marker beacon controls. The manual display
reversionary switch is on the GMA 1347.
C. Maintenance practices for the audio panel have procedures for the removal/installation of the audio
panel and the intercom jacks.
D. For removal/installation of the overhead speaker, refer to Chapter 25, Interior Upholstery
- Maintenance Practices.
E. For removal/installation of the marker beacon antenna, refer to Chapter 34, Marker Beacon
- Maintenance Practices.
2. Troubleshooting
A. For troubleshooting procedures of the GMA 1347 Audio Panel, refer to the Garmin G1000 Line
Maintenance Manual.
3. Audio Panel Removal/Installation
NOTE: The audio panel removal and installation is typical for all avionic configurations.
A. Remove the Audio Panel (Refer to Figure 201).
(1) Make sure the AVIONICS and MASTER switches are in the off position.
(2) Turn the recessed screw on the face of the audio panel counterclockwise until the locking paw
releases from the mounting tray.
(3) Carefully pull the audio panel out of the mounting tray.
B. Install the Audio Panel (Refer to Figure 201).
NOTE: If a new audio panel is installed on airplanes with Garmin G1000, it is necessary to load
the software and configuration.
(1) Put the audio panel in position and move it forward into the mounting tray.
NOTE: The audio panel must be installed correctly into the electrical connections at the back
of the mounting tray.
NOTE: The recessed screw must not be tightened too much.
(2) Turn the recessed screw on the face of the audio panel clockwise until the audio panel is
attached to the mounting tray.
(3) Make sure the audio panel operates correctly.
(a) On airplanes without Garmin G1000, do a check to make sure the audio panel operates
correctly.
(b) If a new unit is installed on airplanes with Garmin G1000, load the software and
configuration. Refer to the Garmin G1000 Line Maintenance Manual.
(c) On airplanes with Garmin G1000, do a check to make sure that the audio panel operates
correctly. Refer to the Garmin G1000 Line Maintenance Manual.
4. Intercom Jacks Removal/Installation
A. Remove the Pilot/Front Passenger Intercom Jacks (Refer to Figure 201).
(1) Make sure the AVIONICS and MASTER switches are in the off position.
(2) Remove the interior sidewall panel that is between the instrument panel and the forward
doorpost to get access to the back of the jack. Refer to Chapter 25, Interior Upholstery
- Maintenance Practices.
(3) Remove the jam nut and washer that attaches the jack to the interior panel.

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(4) Put a label on the applicable wires of the microphone jack (small plug) and headphone jack
(large plug).
(5) Cut the wires near the soldered joint of the applicable jack.
B. Install the Pilot/Front Passenger Intercom Jacks (Refer to Figure 201).
(1) Remove all unwanted solder from the jack.
(2) Solder the applicable wires to the jack. Refer to the Model 172 Wiring Diagram Manual,
Chapter 20, Soldering - Maintenance Practices.
(3) Attach the jack to the sidewall panel with the jam nut and washer.
(4) Install the sidewall panel. Refer to Chapter 25, Interior Upholstery - Maintenance Practices.
5. Rear Passenger Intercom Jacks Removal/Installation
A. Remove the Rear Passenger Intercom Jacks (Refer to Figure 201).
(1) Make sure the AVIONICS and MASTER switches are in the off position.
(2) Remove the aft seat. Refer to Chapter 25, Passenger Compartment - Maintenance Practices,
Aft Seat Removal/Installation .
(3) Remove the rear sidewall panel. Refer to Chapter 25, Interior Upholstery - Maintenance
Practices.
(4) Put a label on the applicable wires of the microphone jack (small plug) and headphone jack
(large plug).
(5) Cut the wires near the soldered joint of the applicable jack.
(6) Remove the jam nut and washer that attaches the jack to the interior panel.
B. Install the Rear Passenger Intercom Jacks (Refer to Figure 201).
(1) Remove all unwanted solder from the jack.
(2) Solder the applicable wires to the jack. Refer to the Model 172 Wiring Diagram Manual,
Chapter 20, Soldering - Maintenance Practices.
(3) Attach the jack to the sidewall panel with the jam nut and washer.
(4) Install the rear sidewall panel. Refer to Chapter 25, Interior Upholstery - Maintenance
Practices .
(5) Install the aft seat. Refer to Chapter 25, Passenger Compartment - Maintenance Practices,
Aft Seat Removal/Installation .

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Figure 201. Audio Panel Installation

BENDIX/KING

BENDIX/KING

BENDIX/KING

BENDIX/KING

BENDIX/KING

BENDIX/KING

BENDIX/KING

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STATIC WICKS- MAINTENANCE PRACTICES

1. General
A. Maintenance of the static (discharger) wicks consists of removal/replacement of the wick assembly
and ensuring that bonding straps are properly connected between control surfaces and primary
structure.
B. Static wicks are mounted on the trailing edges of the ailerons, rudder and the elevators. Bonding
straps are secured to flight control surfaces and electrically connect those surfaces to the primary
structure.
2. Tools and Equipment
A. For a list of applicable tools and equipment, refer to Communications - General.
3. Static Wicks Removal/Installation
A. Remove Static Wick (Refer to Figure 201).
(1) Carefully drill out mounting rivets which attach static wick to structure. Ensure holes are not
drilled oversize.
(2) Remove static wick from the airplane skin.
B. Install Static Wick (Refer to Figure 201).
(1) Clean surface of airplane skin where static wick will attach to skin. Remove all traces of
contaminants (including paint/primer) using scotchbrite and P-D-680 solvent.
(2) Secure static wick to airplane skin using rivets.
(3) Repaint at base of new wick (if required).
(4) Rebalance control surfaces. Refer to 1996 and On Single Engine Structural Repair Manual.
4. Bonding Straps Removal/Installation
A. Bonding straps are provided to ensure that electrical potential between primary and secondary
structure remains nearly equal. If bonding straps are removed, they should be reinstalled using
hardware called out in the 172R Illustrated Parts Catalog.
B. The maximum allowable resistance (in ohms) for bonding straps is 0.0025 ohms.
C. Primary and secondary structure should be cleaned using scotchbrite pad and P-D-680 solvent
before installing bonding hardware. Aluminum surfaces should be chemically protected (alodine or
equivalent) before attaching bonding hardware to surface.

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Figure 201. Static Discharger Installation

B1917

D D
D
D

C
SCREW BOLT WASHER
NUT
STATIC WICK

BOLT

NUT BONDING
DETAIL D STRAP

SPACER
SCREW DETAIL A
BONDING
STRAP

WASHER

NUT NUT
BONDING
STRAP NUT
SCREW WASHER

0518T1001
A0518T2002
NUT
DETAIL C DETAIL B B0518T2002
C0518T2002
D0518T1024

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