Cub Crafters CC18-180 Maintenance Manual page 322

1 GENERAL
The engine cowl is made in two pieces and can be removed without the propeller having to
come off. The upper and lower portions are made of fiberglass using fire resistant resins. The
side doors of the cowl are made of aluminium and are hinged so that they can be opened for
service and inspection (see figure below).
1.1 ENGINE COWL
1.1.1 REMOVAL
a. Unbolt the engine mount to cowl braces on both sides at the lower end
b. Remove the screw holding the hose clamp to the front left of the cowl (2).
c. Remove the 2 pairs of lower cowl stiffener screws from the front of the
d. Remove both sets of screws holding the cowl together at the front
e. Remove the air filter and dome (5).
f.
g. Carefully lift the top cowl off.
h. Rotate the prop backwards until the blades are horizontal.
i.
j.
1.1.2 INSPECTION
a. Inspect the cowl for loose rivets, wear points and cracking.
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(1).
cowl (3).
outboard seam (4).
Unbolt the top 2 upper rear cowling attach screws (6).
Unbolt the bottom 2 lower rear cowling attach screws (7).
Carefully remove the lower cowl.
Manual number TC10000AMM
Date: 12/29/14