Locking Devices: General

Always replace locking devices with one of the same design.

• Tab Washers
  
  Always release locking tabs and fit new locking washers. Do not re-use locking tabs.
• Locking Nuts
  
  Always use a backing spanner when loosening or tightening locking nuts, brake and fuel pipe unions.
• Roll Pins
  
  Always fit new roll pins of an interference fit in the hole.
• Circlips
  
  Always fit new circlips of the correct size for the groove.
• Keys and keyways
  
  Remove burrs from edges of keyways with a fine file and clean thoroughly before attempting to refit key.

  Clean and inspect key closely; keys are suitable for refitting only if indistinguishable from new, as any indentation may indicate the onset of wear.

• Split pins (Cotter Pins)
  
  Always fit new split-pins of the correct size for the hole in the bolt or stud. See Fig 1 .

Fig 1: Installing Split Pins (Cotter Pins)

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