Chapter 52 - Doors

MODEL 400/400A MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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52-LOEP 1 Oct 01/13
52-CONTENTS 1 thru 3 Oct 01/13
52-00-00 1 thru 7 Oct 01/13
52-10-00 1 thru 3 Jan 18/02
101 Jan 18/02
201 thru 227 Aug 29/03
52-20-00 1 and 2 Jan 18/02
201 thru 209 Aug 29/03
52-30-00 1 Jan 18/02
201 thru 203 Feb 28/05
52-40-00 1 Jan 18/02
201 thru 218 Apr 01/08
52-60-00 1 Jan 18/02
201 thru 211 Oct 01/13
52-70-00 1 thru 3 Jan 18/02
52-80-00 1 Jan 18/02
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52-LOEP Oct 01/13
CHAPTER 52 - DOORS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SUBJECT PAGE
52-00-00
Doors - Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Passenger/Crew Door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Passenger/Crew Door Operation - Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Passenger/Crew Door Operation - Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Emergency Exit Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Nose Electronic Compartment Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Access (Service) Doors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Aft Fuselage Door Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Cabin Entrance/Aft Fuselage Door Warning System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Landing Gear Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Recommended Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
52-10-00
Passenger/Crew Doors - Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Locking Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Passenger/Crew Door - Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Passenger/Crew Door - Maintenance Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Entrance Door Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Entrance Door Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Entrance Door Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204
Entrance Door Lock Switches Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208
Modification of Weather Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208
Inflatable Door Seal Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208
Inflatable Door Seal Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208
Weather Seal Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209
Weather Seal Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209
Weather Seal Adjustment/Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212
Inflatable Seal Inspection/Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212
Cabin Pressure Leakage Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212
Handle and Handle Linkage Removal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212
Handle and Handle Linkage Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
Door Lock Linkage Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221
Door Lock Linkage Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221
Handle Operating Force Adjustment/Test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
Latch Pin Engagement Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
Door Linkage Locking Spring Inspection/Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
52-20-00
Emergency Exit Door - Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Emergency Exit Door Latching Mechanism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Emergency Exit Door - Maintenance Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Emergency Exit Door Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
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C26 52-CONTENTS Oct 01/13
CHAPTER 52 - DOORS
TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT PAGE
Emergency Exit Door Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Emergency Exit Door Seal Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Emergency Exit Door Seal Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Latching Mechanism Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Latching Mechanism Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Emergency Exit Door Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Door Linkage Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Latch Pin Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Emergency Exit Door Inspection/Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
52-30-00
Nose Electronic Compartment Doors - Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Nose Electronic Compartment Doors - Maintenance Practices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Nose Electronic Compartment Door Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Nose Electronic Compartment Door Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Nose Electronic Compartment Door Seal Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Nose Electronic Compartment Door Seal Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Nose Electronic Compartment Access Door Removal (RJ-1 thru RJ-39) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Nose Electronic Compartment Access Door Installation (RJ-1 thru RJ-39) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
52-40-00
Service Doors - Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Service Doors - Maintenance Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Aft Fuselage Door (Lower) Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Aft Fuselage Door (Lower) Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Aft Fuselage Door (Upper) Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Aft Fuselage Door (Upper) Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Aft Fuselage (Baggage) Door Lockset Removal (RJ-1 and After and RK-1 thru RK-529 with
Kit 400-4003 Installed; RK-530 and After) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Aft Fuselage (Baggage) Door Lockset Installation (RJ-1 and After and RK-1 thru RK-529 with
Kit 400-4003 Installed; RK-530 and After) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Fuel Filter Drain Doors Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Fuel Filter Drain Doors Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
External Electrical Power Receptacle Door Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
External Electrical Power Receptacle Door Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Engine Oil Access Door Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Engine Oil Access Door Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Aft Fuselage Fuel Tank Filler Access Door Removal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Aft Fuselage Fuel Tank Filler Access Door Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Center Fuel Tank Drain Access Door Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Center Fuel Tank Drain Access Door Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
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CHAPTER 52 - DOORS
TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT PAGE
52-60-00
Entrance Stairs - Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Entrance Stairs - Maintenance Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Step Assembly Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Step Assembly Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Lower Step Attachment Hardware Replacement (RK-98, RK-110 thru RK-586 with Kit 128-4045
Installed; RK-587 and After) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203
Lower Step Forward Bolt Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203
Lower Step Aft Bolt Replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203
Lower/Upper Step Skid Plate Replacement (RK-98, RK-110 thru RK-586 with Kit 128-4045
Aft Lower Rod Link Assembly Replacement (RK-98, RK-110 thru RK-586 with Kit 128-4045
Forward Upper Rod Link Assembly Replacement (RK-98, RK-110 thru RK-559 with Kit 128-4045
Stay Retainer Folding Spring Replacement (RK-98, RK-110 thru RK-594 with Kit 128-4045
Main Stay Assembly Replacement (RK-98, RK-110 thru RK-559 with Kit 128-4045 Installed;
RK-560 and After) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206
Step Pad Replacement (RK-98, RK-110 thru RK-559 with Kit 128-4045 Installed; RK-560 and After) . . . . .207
Step Pad Replacement On Existing Main Stay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207
Step Pad Replacement On New Main Stay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207
Latch Sleeve Replacement (RK-98, RK-110 thru RK-559 with Kit 128-4045 Installed; RK-560 and After) . .208
52-70-00
Door Warning - Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Door Warning System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
52-80-00
Landing Gear Doors - Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Landing Gear Doors - Maintenance Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Main Landing Gear Wing Door Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Main Landing Gear Wing Door Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Main Landing Gear Fuselage Door Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204
Main Landing Gear Fuselage Door Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204
Nose Landing Gear Aft Door Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208
Nose Landing Gear Aft Door Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208
Nose Landing Gear Forward Door Removal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209
Nose Landing Gear Forward Door Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209
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52-00-00
DOORS - DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

This chapter is concerned with the description, operation and maintenance practices for the airplane's external
doors and door warning system.
Doors are provided for access to the cabin compartment, aft fuselage, landing gear and nose electronic
compartment (Ref. Figures 1, 2 and 3). An emergency exit door is located on the right side of the cabin compartment.
All doors are flush fitting. All open outward, except for the emergency exit door. Further, a number of access doors
are provided for servicing the airplane. For door servicing, refer to LUBRICATION in Chapter 12-20-00.
PASSENGER/CREW DOOR
A swing-out door, hinged at the forward edge, provides positive cabin security for flight. For security of the airplane
on the ground, the door can be locked with a key. A convenient stairway attached to the base of the passenger/crew
entrance swings outward and down to provide steps for entry and exit. A hollow, accordion-type inflatable rubber
seal is installed on the doorland. Until it is pressurized with bleed air, the seal remains folded like an accordion. The
seal is bonded to retainers and held in place by a frame and the retainers. When bleed air is applied, the seal
expands and positively seals the pressure vessel while the airplane is in flight. Engine bleed air provides the source
of pressure to inflate the seal. A sponge-rubber doorframe seal bonded around the edge of the doorframe serves
as a weather and pressure seal when the inflatable seal is not inflated. Either a Hypalon or Chloroprene film
treatment is applied to the surface of the sponge-rubber seal.
The door locking mechanism is operated by the handle in the center of the door. The inside and outside handles are
mechanically interconnected. When the handle is rotated per placard instructions, eight latch pins (four at the
forward and four at the aft edge of the door) lock into the doorframe. An inner handle lockpin is used to hold the
linkage in the locked position. Two spring rods hold the door-locking linkage in the locked position when the door is
completely closed. There are eight door-lock indicators visible from inside the passenger compartment to confirm
the door is locked. When the door is completely closed and locked, these indicators are white in color. Door handle
linkage components include the inner handle assembly, outer handle, handle shaft assembly, two rod assemblies,
handle shaft stopper assembly, crank assembly, inner handle lock assembly, outer handle case assembly and
spring rod assembly. Components of the door lock linkage consist of shafts, crank assemblies, fitting assemblies
and latch rods. For door lubrication, refer to LUBRICATION in Chapter 12-20-00.
PASSENGER/CREW DOOR OPERATION - EXTERIOR
Open - If required, unlock the door. Push the button near the handle to release the inner handle lockpin. Pull the
handle outward and rotate to the OPEN position, pull the door open and return the handle to the STOW position.
Grasp the step assembly and pull outward, support the steps and lower to the extended position.
Close - Grasp the step assembly and raise it until it is in the stowed position. Press the PUSH TO CLOSE DOOR
button on the door hinge to release the catch and close the door. Press the button near the handle to release the
inner handle lockpin. Pull the handle outward and rotate to the LOCK position then return the handle to the STOW
position. Lock the door, if required.
PASSENGER/CREW DOOR OPERATION - INTERIOR
Open - Press the button, rotate the handle counterclockwise and open door. Grasp the step assembly and push
outward, lower the steps to the extended position.
Close - Grasp the step assembly and raise to the stowed position. Press the door open-lock button to release the
catch and close the door. Turn the handle clockwise to lock the door.
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EMERGENCY EXIT DOOR

The emergency exit door is located on the right side of the passenger compartment. One of the cabin windows is
located within the door. The door is installed from inside the airplane and is held in place by two latch pins (one in
the upper forward door, one in the upper aft door) and two hinges (pivot points) at the bottom. The door can be
opened from inside or outside. From inside, the door is released per placard instructions by pulling off the cover,
then pushing in on the lock, pulling the handle inward, tilting the top of the door inward and lifting the door from the
opening. From outside, it is opened per placard instructions by pushing the lock, pulling the handle and pushing in
on the door.
NOSE ELECTRONIC COMPARTMENT DOORS

Nose electronic compartment doors are located on the upper half of the forward fuselage on both sides of the center
line. Each is secured with 23 fasteners around the perimeter. Located in the left electronic compartment door is an
electronic compartment access door (RJ-1 thru RJ-39 only).
ACCESS (SERVICE) DOORS

The upper and lower aft fuselage doors, located on the lower left side of the fuselage, provide access to the interior
of the airplane aft of the aft pressure bulkhead. The fuel filter access doors are located on each side of the aft lower
middle fuselage. The external electrical power receptacle door is located on the aft fuselage, in one of two locations.
Refer to Chapter 52-40-00 for more detailed information. Engine oil access doors are located on the upper outboard
side of each nacelle. The aft fuselage fuel tank filler access door, located on the upper right side of the aft fuselage,
provides access to the aft fuselage fuel tank for refueling purposes. Access doors for the center tank drain valves
are located on the bottom of the middle fuselage.
AFT FUSELAGE DOOR OPERATION
Open - Support the lower aft fuselage door and release the two latches to lower the lower door. Hold the upper aft
fuselage door in and reach inside and pull the handle down, then raise the upper door.
Close - Hold the upper aft fuselage door closed, reach inside and turn the handle to lock the upper door. Raise the
lower door, engage the latch hooks and fasten the latches.
CABIN ENTRANCE/AFT FUSELAGE DOOR WARNING SYSTEM

The DOOR UNLOCK light in the annunciator panel remains illuminated until both the passenger/crew entrance and
the aft fuselage doors are closed and latched. The system consists of three door-limit switches. A switch is located
opposite each of the upper forward and upper aft pin sockets of the entrance door. They are actuated by the door
latch pins when the handle is rotated to the closed-and-locked position. The third switch is attached to the upper aft
fuselage door; it is actuated when the lower aft fuselage door is closed. When the doors are closed and locked, the
DOOR UNLOCK annunciator light extinguishes. The switches will not normally require adjustment except when a
new switch is installed.
LANDING GEAR DOORS

The main landing gear doors cover the main landing gear struts and tires in the closed position. The nose utilizes
three doors: the forward right, forward left and aft doors.
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RECOMMENDED MATERIALS
The recommended materials listed in Chart 1 as meeting federal, military or supplier specifications are provided for
reference only and are not specifically recommended by Beechcraft Corporation. Any product conforming to the
specification listed may be used. The products included in this chart have been tested and approved for aviation
usage by Beechcraft Corporation, the supplier or by compliance with the applicable specification. Generic or locally
manufactured products which conform to the requirements of the specification listed may be used even though not
included herein. Only the basic number of each product specification is listed. No attempt has been made to update
the listing to the latest revision. It is the responsibility of the technician or mechanic to determine the current revision
of the applicable specification prior to usage of the product listed. This can be done by contacting the supplier of the
product to be used.
Chart 1
Recommended Materials
MATERIALS SPECIFICATION PRODUCT SUPPLIER/WEBSITE

1. Rubber Plate MIL-R-6855 Class 2, Obtain locally.
Grade 60
2. Cement MIL-C-4003 Obtain locally.
3. Solvent Methyl Propyl Keytone Obtain locally.

(MPK)
4. Solvent TT-N-95 Naptha Obtain locally.
5. Solvent TT-T-548 Technical Toluene Obtain locally.
6. Adhesive AMS-S-8802, Type II Any material PRC-Desoto

5454 San Fernando Road
P.O. Box 1800
Glendale, CA 91209
www.ppg.com
7. Grease MIL-G-23827 N/A Obtain locally.
8. Solvent Alcohol, Isopropyl Obtain locally.
9. Sandpaper Obtain locally.

(240-grit)
10. Abrasive pad 3M Scotch-Brite Pads 3M Company
St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
www.3m.com
11. Adhesive MMM-A-121 EC 1300L 3M Company

St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
www.3m.com
12. Adhesive Loctite 454 Loctite Co.

705 N. Mountain Rd.
Newington CT 06111-1411
Loctite.com
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Chart 1
Recommended Materials
MATERIALS SPECIFICATION PRODUCT SUPPLIER/WEBSITE

13. Thread Lock MIL-S-22473 Loctite 222 Loctite Co.
Adhesive 705 N. Mountain Rd.
Newington CT 06111-1411
Loctite.com
14. Urethane EC-3532 B/A 3M Company

Adhesive St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
www.3m.com
15. Primer 1007M Bostik Inc.

211 Boston Rd.
Middleton, MA 01949
www.bostik-us.com
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Door Locations
(RJ-1 and After)
Figure 1
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Door Locations
(RK-1 thru RK-86, except RK-78)
Figure 2
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Door Locations
(RK-78, RK-87 and After)
Figure 3
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MODEL 400/400A MAINTENANCE MANUAL MODEL 400/400A MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Aft Fuselage Door Lockset Installation Aft Fuselage Door Lockset Installation
Figure 203 (Sheet 1 of 4) Figure 203 (Sheet 1 of 4)
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C17 52-40-00 Apr 01/08 C17 52-40-00 Apr 01/08
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Apr 01/08 52-40-00 C17 Apr 01/08 52-40-00 C17
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C17 52-40-00 Apr 01/08 C17 52-40-00 Apr 01/08
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Apr 01/08 52-40-00 C17 Apr 01/08 52-40-00 C17
200200200
ENTRANCE STAIRS - MAINTENANCE PRACTICES

STEP ASSEMBLY REMOVAL
a. Disconnect the cable assembly (1) from the doorland by removing the cotter pin (3) and pin (2) (Ref. Figure 201).
b. Support the step assembly (7); then remove the nuts (6), washers (5) and bolts (4).
c. Remove the step assembly (7) with plate (8).
STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION

a. Position the step assembly (7) with the plate (8) on the doorland (Ref. Figure 201).
b. Secure the step assembly (7) with the bolts (4), washers (5) and nuts (6).
c. Connect the cable assembly (1) to the doorland with the pin (2) and cotter pin (3).
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Entrance Door Step Assembly

Figure 201
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LOWER STEP ATTACHMENT HARDWARE REPLACEMENT (RK-98, RK-110 THRU RK-586

WITH KIT 128-4045 INSTALLED; RK-587 AND AFTER)
LOWER STEP FORWARD BOLT REPLACEMENT
a. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY REMOVAL procedure in this chapter.
NOTE: Record the thickness and location of each washer removed to aid installation.
b. Remove the bolt cover (23), bolt (24), washers (21, 22) and nut (20) securing the lower step (19) to the frame
assembly (3) (Ref. Figure 202 Sheet 1). Discard bolt.
c. Inspect each washer removed for signs of wear or damage. If any washer is worn or damaged, replace the
washer.
NOTE: Install the washers at the locations recorded in step (b).
d. Install new bolt (24), washers (21, 22) and nut (20) securing the lower step (19) to the frame assembly (3).
Torque the nut in accordance with 20-10-05, 201.
CAUTION: Make sure that no adhesive comes in contact with the underside of the bolt head or any adjacent
structure. Use of an excessive amount of adhesive could restrict or otherwise impair the safe operation
of the step assembly.
e. Bond the bolt cover (23) to the bolt (24) head using adhesive (12, Chart 1, 52-00-00).
f. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION procedure in this chapter.
g. Check that the entry step assembly operates correctly by stowing and extending the entry step assembly.
LOWER STEP AFT BOLT REPLACEMENT
b. Remove the bolt (10), spacer (11), washers (9, 12, 17) and nut (18) securing the lower step (19) and cable
assembly (8) to the frame assembly (3) (Ref. Figure 202 Sheet 1). Discard bolt.
c. Inspect each washer removed for signs of wear or damage. If any washer is worn or damaged, replace the
washer.
d. Install new bolt (10), spacer (11), washers (9, 12, 17) and nut (18) securing the lower step (19) and cable
assembly (8) to the frame assembly (3). Torque the nut in accordance with 20-10-05, 201.
e. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION procedure in this chapter.
f. Check that the entry step assembly operates correctly by stowing and extending the entry step assembly.
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LOWER/UPPER STEP SKID PLATE REPLACEMENT (RK-98, RK-110 THRU RK-586 WITH
KIT 128-4045 INSTALLED; RK-587 AND AFTER)
NOTE: The replacement procedure for the lower and upper step skid plate is typical.
b. Remove and discard the 3 screws (30) and skid plate (31) from the lower/upper step (Ref. Figure 202 Sheet 2).
c. If necessary, drill 3 holes in the new skid plate (31), diameter 0.166 to 0.177 inch, to match the existing hole
positions in the lower/upper step. Countersink the 3 holes in the new skid plate, diameter 0.323 inch x 100°.
d. Apply thread lock adhesive (13, Chart 1, 52-00-00) to the threads of the 3 screws (30).
e. Position the new skid plate (31) on the lower/upper step and secure with the 3 screws (30).
f. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION procedure in this chapter.
g. Check that the entry step assembly operates correctly by stowing and extending the entry step assembly.
AFT LOWER ROD LINK ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT (RK-98, RK-110 THRU RK-586 WITH
a. Lower the step assembly to the extended position and support the lower step (19) so that the lower step remains
in the horizontal position (Ref. Figure 202 Sheet 1).
b. Remove the bolt (13), washer (14) securing the aft lower rod link assembly (6) to the lower step (19).
c. Remove the bolt (5) and washers (4) securing the aft lower rod link assembly (6) to the upper step (7).
d. Remove the bushing (16) and spacer (15) (if installed) from the aft lower rod link assembly (6) slotted end.
NOTE: Inspect the bushing (16) removed, for signs of wear or damage. If the bushing is worn or damaged,
replace the bushing.
e. Apply thread lock adhesive (13, Chart 1, 52-00-00) to the thread of the bolt (5).
NOTE: Install the washers at the locations recorded in step (c).
f. Align the new aft lower rod link assembly (6) with the upper step (7) and secure with the bolt (5) and washers (4).
g. Install the bushing (16) and spacer (15) (if previously installed) to the aft lower rod link assembly (6) slotted end.
h. Apply thread lock adhesive (13, Chart 1, 52-00-00) to the thread of the bolt (13).
NOTE: Install the washer at the location recorded in step (b).
i. Align the new aft lower rod link assembly (6) with the lower step (19) and secure with bolt (13) and washer (14).
j. Remove the lower step (19) support.
k. Check that the entry step assembly operates correctly by stowing and extending the entry step assembly.
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FORWARD UPPER ROD LINK ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT (RK-98, RK-110 THRU RK-559
WITH KIT 128-4045 INSTALLED; RK-560 AND AFTER)
b. Remove the bolt (25) and washers (26) securing the forward upper rod link assembly (27) to the upper step (7).
Discard the link plate assembly (1) and forward upper rod link assembly (Ref. Figure 202 Sheet 1).
c. Assemble the new link plate assembly (1) to the new forward upper rod link assembly (27) using washer (29)
and cotter pin (28).
NOTE: NAS1149C0332R washer or NAS1149C0316R washer may be used as required if excess gap exists.
d. Install the new bushing (2) to the new link plate assembly (1).
e. Apply thread lock adhesive (13, Chart 1, 52-00-00) to the thread of the bolt (25).
f. Align the new forward upper rod link assembly (27) with the upper step (7) and secure with the bolt (25) and
washers (26).
g. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION procedure in this chapter.
h. Check that the entry step assembly operates correctly by stowing and extending the entry step assembly.
STAY RETAINER FOLDING SPRING REPLACEMENT (RK-98, RK-110 THRU RK-594 WITH
NOTE: The replacement procedure for the forward and aft stay retainer folding spring is typical.
b. Remove the pin (38), washer (39) and ring (32) securing the stay retainer (33) to the frame assembly (3).
Discard the ring (Ref. Figure 202 Sheet 2).
c. Remove the spring (40) from the stay retainer (33) and discard the spring.
d. Position new spring (40) on the stay retainer (33). Align the stay retainer and new spring with the frame
assembly (3) and secure with the pin (38), washer (39) and new ring (32).
e. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION procedure in this chapter.
f. Check that the entry step assembly operates correctly by stowing and extending the entry step assembly.
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MAIN STAY ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT (RK-98, RK-110 THRU RK-559 WITH KIT 128-4045
INSTALLED; RK-560 AND AFTER)
b. Remove the screw (42), washer (41) and bushing (44) securing the aft end of the main stay assembly (34) to
the upper step (7) (Ref. Figure 202 Sheet 2).
c. Remove the pin (36), washer (35) and ring (37) securing the aft end of the main stay assembly (34) to the aft
stay retainer (33).
d. Remove the pin (36), washer (35) and ring (37) securing the forward end of the main stay assembly (34) to the
forward stay retainer (33).
e. Remove the screw (47), stay bushing (48) and washer (49) securing the forward end of the main stay assembly
(34) to the frame assembly (3) (Ref. Figure 202 Sheet 3).
f. Remove the screw (43), stay bushing (45) and washer (46) securing the aft end of the main stay assembly (34)
to the frame assembly (3) and discard the main stay assembly (Ref. Figure 202 Sheet 2).
g. Apply thread lock adhesive (13, Chart 1, 52-00-00) to the thread of the screw (43).
h. Install the stay bushing (45) on the aft end of the new main stay assembly (34). Align the aft end of the new main
stay assembly with the frame assembly (3) and secure with the screw (43), and washer (46).
i. Apply thread lock adhesive (13, Chart 1, 52-00-00) to the thread of the screw (47) (Ref. Figure 202 Sheet 3).
j. Install the stay bushing (48) on the forward end of the new main stay assembly (34). Align the forward end of
the new main stay assembly with the frame assembly (3) and secure with the screw (47) and washer (49).
k. Align the forward end of the new main stay assembly (34) with the forward stay retainer (33) and secure with
the pin (36), washer (35) and ring (37) (Ref. Figure 202 Sheet 2).
l. Align the aft end of the new main stay assembly (34) with the aft stay retainer (33) and secure with the pin (36),
washer (35) and ring (37).
m. Apply thread lock adhesive (13, Chart 1, 52-00-00) to the thread of the screw (42).
n. Align the aft end of the new main stay assembly (34) with the upper step (3) and secure with the screw (42),
washer (41) and bushing (44).
o. Perform the STEP PAD REPLACEMENT ON NEW MAIN STAY procedure in this chapter.
p. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION procedure in this chapter.
q. Check that the entry step assembly operates correctly by stowing and extending the entry step assembly.
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STEP PAD REPLACEMENT (RK-98, RK-110 THRU RK-559 WITH KIT 128-4045 INSTALLED;
RK-560 AND AFTER)
STEP PAD REPLACEMENT ON EXISTING MAIN STAY
NOTE: The replacement procedure for the forward and aft step pad is typical.
b. Remove the blind rivet (51) securing the step pad (50) to the main stay (34) in accordance with SRM Chapter
51-43-01 and remove the step pad (Ref. Figure 202 Sheet 3).
c. Remove any remaining adhesive from the main stay (34) taking care not to remove the existing protective finish.
d. Drill a 0.129 to 0.132 inch hole in the new step pad (50) to match the existing hole in the main stay (34) and
countersink the hole in the step pad, 0.189 to 0.192 inch diameter.
e. Clean the main stay (34) and step pad (50) contact areas using solvent (8, Chart 1, 52-00-00).
f. Bond the step pad (50) to the main stay (34) using urethane adhesive (14, Chart 1, 52-00-00).
g. Secure the step pad (50) to the main stay (34) with blind rivet (51) in accordance with SRM Chapter 51-43-01.
h. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION procedure in this chapter.
i. Check that the entry step assembly operates correctly by stowing and extending the entry step assembly.
STEP PAD REPLACEMENT ON NEW MAIN STAY
NOTE: The replacement procedure for the forward and aft step pad is typical.
b. Position the new step pad (50) on the main stay and drill a 0.129 to 0.132 inch hole through the new step pad
and main stay (34) and countersink the hole in the step pad, 0.189 to 0.192 inch diameter (Ref. Figure 202
Sheet 3).
c. Remove the paint from the main stay (34) contact area with the step pad (50).
d. Apply one or two coats of primer (15, Chart 1, 52-00-00) to the main stay (34) in the contact area with the step
pad (50).
NOTE: Allow a minimum of 30 minutes drying time between coats and final coat.
e. Lightly abrade the primed area of the main stay (34) using 180 grit sandpaper, taking care not to penetrate
through the primer.
f. Clean the primed area of the main stay (34) using solvent (8, Chart 1, 52-00-00).
g. Bond the step pad (50) to the main stay (34) using urethane adhesive (14, Chart 1, 52-00-00).
h. Secure the step pad (50) to the main stay (34) with blind rivet (51) in accordance with SRM Chapter 51-43-01.
i. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION procedure in this chapter.
j. Check that the entry step assembly operates correctly by stowing and extending the entry step assembly.
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LATCH SLEEVE REPLACEMENT (RK-98, RK-110 THRU RK-559 WITH KIT 128-4045
INSTALLED; RK-560 AND AFTER)
a. Lower the step assembly to the extended position.
b. Remove the nut (58), washers (53, 54, 56, 57) and bolt (52) from the frame assembly (3) and discard the latch
sleeve (55) (Ref. Figure 202 Sheet 3).
CAUTION: Over tightening the nut may bend, crack or damage the lugs of the step assembly.
c. Position the new latch sleeve (55) on the frame assembly (3) and install the bolt (52), washers (53, 54, 56, 57)
and nut (58). Tighten the nut hand tight, then back the nut off a 1/4 turn.
NOTE: The bolt and sleeve should be able to rotate freely.
d. Check that the entry step assembly operates correctly by stowing and extending the entry step assembly.
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1. LINK PLATE ASSEMBLY 16. BUSHING

2. BUSHING 17. WASHER
3. FRAME ASSEMBLY 18. NUT
4. WASHER 19. LOWER STEP
5. BOLT 20. NUT
6. AFT LOWER ROD LINK ASSEMBLY 21. WASHER
7. UPPER STEP 22. WASHER
8. CABLE ASSEMBLY 23. BOLT COVER
9. WASHER 24. BOLT
10. BOLT 25. BOLT
11. SPACER 26. WASHER
12. WASHER 27. FWD UPPER ROD LINK ASSEMBLY
13. BOLT 28. COTTER PIN
14. WASHER 29. WASHER
15. SPACER 3
A
2 G C
1
F 5
4
28
29
D
6
27 7
8
9
17 10
11
26
E B 12
14
13
25
22 20 18 15
21 16
22
24
23
B
DETAIL A 19 RK52B
047963AA.AI
Replacement of Entrance Stairs Parts

Figure 202 (Sheet 1 of 3)
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30
30. SCREW
31. SKID PLATE
32. RING
33. STAY RETAINER
34. MAIN STAY ASSEMBLY
LOWER/UPPER
35. WASHER
STEP (REF)
36. PIN
37. RING
38. PIN
39. WASHER
40. SPRING
41. WASHER
42. SCREW 31
43. SCREW
44. BUSHING
45.
46.
STAY BUSHING
WASHER DETAIL B
34 42
41 39
38
40
32
37
44
43
45
33
46
35
36
3
34
7
DETAIL D DETAIL C
AFT SIDE SHOWN
RK52B
FORWARD SIDE TYPICAL 047964AA.AI

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47. SCREW
48. STAY BUSHING
49. WASHER
50. STEP PAD
51. BLIND RIVET 3
52. BOLT
53. WASHER 49
54. WASHER
55. LATCH SLEEVE
56. WASHER
57. WASHER
58. NUT
48
34
47
DETAIL E
50 51
0.39 in
34
(9.9 mm)
56
55
54
0.59 in
(15.0 mm)
58
DETAIL F
57 AFT SIDE SHOWN
FORWARD SIDE TYPICAL
53
52
DETAIL G RK52B
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Doors - Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Passenger/Crew Doors - Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Emergency Exit Door - Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Nose Electronic Compartment Doors - Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Service Doors - Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Entrance Stairs - Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Door Warning - Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Landing Gear Doors - Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

DOORS - DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

PASSENGER/CREW DOOR OPERATION - EXTERIOR

PASSENGER/CREW DOOR OPERATION - INTERIOR

EMERGENCY EXIT DOOR

NOSE ELECTRONIC COMPARTMENT DOORS

ACCESS (SERVICE) DOORS

AFT FUSELAGE DOOR OPERATION

CABIN ENTRANCE/AFT FUSELAGE DOOR WARNING SYSTEM

LANDING GEAR DOORS

MATERIALS SPECIFICATION PRODUCT SUPPLIER/WEBSITE

2. Cement MIL-C-4003 Obtain locally.

3. Solvent Methyl Propyl Keytone Obtain locally.

5. Solvent TT-T-548 Technical Toluene Obtain locally.

6. Adhesive AMS-S-8802, Type II Any material PRC-Desoto

8. Solvent Alcohol, Isopropyl Obtain locally.

9. Sandpaper Obtain locally.

11. Adhesive MMM-A-121 EC 1300L 3M Company

12. Adhesive Loctite 454 Loctite Co.

MATERIALS SPECIFICATION PRODUCT SUPPLIER/WEBSITE

14. Urethane EC-3532 B/A 3M Company

15. Primer 1007M Bostik Inc.

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ENTRANCE STAIRS - MAINTENANCE PRACTICES

c. Remove the step assembly (7) with plate (8).

STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION

Entrance Door Step Assembly

LOWER STEP ATTACHMENT HARDWARE REPLACEMENT (RK-98, RK-110 THRU RK-586

a. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY REMOVAL procedure in this chapter.

NOTE: Install the washers at the locations recorded in step (b).

f. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION procedure in this chapter.

LOWER STEP AFT BOLT REPLACEMENT

a. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY REMOVAL procedure in this chapter.

NOTE: Install the washers at the locations recorded in step (b).

e. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION procedure in this chapter.

a. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY REMOVAL procedure in this chapter.

f. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION procedure in this chapter.

NOTE: Install the washers at the locations recorded in step (c).

NOTE: Install the washer at the location recorded in step (b).

j. Remove the lower step (19) support.

NOTE: Install the washers at the locations recorded in step (b).

g. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION procedure in this chapter.

a. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY REMOVAL procedure in this chapter.

e. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION procedure in this chapter.

p. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION procedure in this chapter.

a. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY REMOVAL procedure in this chapter.

h. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION procedure in this chapter.

STEP PAD REPLACEMENT ON NEW MAIN STAY

a. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY REMOVAL procedure in this chapter.

i. Perform the STEP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION procedure in this chapter.

NOTE: The bolt and sleeve should be able to rotate freely.

1. LINK PLATE ASSEMBLY 16. BUSHING