Section 5: Prepare Parts For Caliper Assembly; Clean, Dry And Inspect Parts; Clean Parts; Dry And Inspect Parts - Meritor MM-2075 Maintenance Manual

5 Prepare Parts for Caliper Assembly
Prepare Parts for Caliper
Assembly
Hazard Alert Messages
Read and observe all hazard alert messages in this publication.
DANGER
Solvent cleaners can be flammable and poisonous, and cause
serious personal injury or death. Examples of solvent cleaners
are carbon tetrachloride, and emulsion-type and petroleum-base
cleaners. Read the manufacturer's instructions before using a
solvent cleaner, then carefully follow the instructions. Also follow
the procedures below.
• Wear safe eye protection.
• Wear clothing that protects the skin.
• Work in a well-ventilated area.
• NEVER use gasoline or solvents containing gasoline. Gasoline
can explode.
• Hot solution tanks or alkaline solutions must be used correctly.
Read the manufacturer's instructions before using hot
solution tanks and alkaline solutions. Then carefully follow the
instructions.
WARNING
To prevent eye injury, always wear eye protection when performing
vehicle maintenance or service.
MM-2075 / Revised 09-23
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Clean, Dry and Inspect Parts

Clean Parts

For Ground or Polished Metal Parts
Do not use hot solution tanks or water and alkaline solutions to
clean ground or polished parts. Damage to parts can result.
Use a cleaning solvent or kerosene or diesel fuel to clean ground or
polished metal parts or surfaces.
For Rough Metal Parts
Use a cleaning solvent or a weak alkaline solution in a hot solution
tank to clean rough metal parts. If you use a hot solution tank,
follow the instructions below.
1. Leave the rough parts in the tank until they are completely
cleaned and heated.
2. Remove the rough parts from the tank.
3. Wash the parts with water until you remove the alkaline
solution.

Dry and Inspect Parts

1. Use soft, clean paper or cloth rags or compressed air to
completely dry parts immediately after you clean them.
2. Carefully inspect all parts for wear or damage before you
assemble them.
3. Repair or replace worn or damaged parts.
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