Diamond DA20-C1 Maintenance Manual page 89

DA20-C1 AMM
1. General
The following maintenance practices describe how to remove and install the rudder. Refer to Chapter
27-30 for adjustment data for the rudder controls.
2. Remove/Install the Rudder
A. Remove the Rudder
Figure 201 shows the rudder installation.
NOTE: Use two persons to remove the rudder. Or use supports to hold the rudder in position
while you remove/install the attaching bolts.
1. Remove the two nuts and the washers that
attach the rudder to the lower mounting plate.
2. Remove the rudder from the aircraft.
3. Inspect the bushing on the pivot rudder pin.
B. Install the Rudder
1. Put the rudder in position on the vertical
stabilizer.
2. Install the two nuts and washers that attach the
rudder to the lower mounting plate.
3. Do a test for correct, full and free movement of
the rudder control. If necessary, adjust the
rudder control.
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Detail Steps/Work Items
Detail Steps/Work Items
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Key Items/References
Hold the rudder.
Move the bottom of the rudder aft, then
down to release the top pivot.
Make sure that the bushing is not loose or
damage.
Remove and replace bushing when loose
or damaged.
Apply adhesive Loctite 680 to the
replacement bushing and install.
Make sure that the bushing is free of
adhesive on the outside surface.
Key Items/References
Make sure that the top pivot engages the
rudder bearing plate.
Hold the rudder. Refer to Chapter 20 for
standard torque values.
Refer to Chapter 27-30.
Maintenance Practices
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