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FRAME
SERVICE TOOLS – OTHER SUPPLIER
Description Part Number Page
BLIND THREADED INSERT INSTALLER....................................... model 9600 ........................................... 3
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Max
Models
Upper frame
support (welded)
24.5 ± 3.5 N•m
(18 ± 3 lbf•ft)
24.5 ± 3.5 N•m
61 ± 9 N•m
(45 ± 7 lbf•ft)
61 ± 9 N•m
(45 ± 7 lbf•ft)
(18 ± 3 lbf•ft)
Rear frame
extension
24.5 ± 3.5 N•m
(18 ± 3 lbf•ft)
24.5 ± 3.5 N•m
(18 ± 3 lbf•ft)
31.5 ± 3.5 N•m
Outlander
series
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(23 ± 3 lbf•ft)
Lower frame
support
Renegade
series
Trailer hitch
Final drive protector
31.5 ± 3.5 N•m
(23 ± 3 lbf•ft)
Front bumper
support
24.5 ± 3.5 N•m
(18 ± 3 lbf•ft)
24.5 ± 3.5 N•m
(18 ± 3 lbf•ft)
Footrest bracket
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PROCEDURES
FRAME
Frame Inspect
Check frame for bending, cracks, weld damages
or any other damage. Replace frame as necessary.
Frame Welding
No welding should be done on frame except if
mentioned or required on an approved BRP Bulletin.
Frame Insert
To install a new blind threaded insert, use the following tool:
(P/N MODEL 9600)
site at: www.textronfasteningsystems.com.
ion
Replacement
BLIND THREADED INSERT INSTALLER
from Textron. See their web
Frame Replacement
Blind threaded inserts are not installed on replacement frames. Make sure to order enough inserts
when replacing frame. Refer to
PARTS CATA LOG
.
ELECTRONIC
tmr2011-039-004
After insert installation, ensure insert can hold the
torque applied to the screw it retains and measure
the compressed length of the frame insert. Otherwise, install a new insert.
INSERT
Insert for M6 bolt
Insert for M8 bolt
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INSERT FOR M6 BOLT SHOWN
A. 9 mm ± 0.5 mm (.354 in ± .02 in)
COMPRESSED
LENGTH
9mm± 0.5mm
(.354 in ± .02 in)
11.5 mm ± 0.5 mm
(.453 in ± .02 in)
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