Locking Devices

Locking Devices
Always replace locking devices with one of the same design and of the correct size.

Tab washers
Always release locking tabs before loosening fixings, do not re-use tab washers.

Locknuts
Always use a backing spanner when loosening and tightening locknuts, brake and fuel pipe unions.

Roll pins
Always fit new roll pins of the correct size.

Circlips
Always fit new circlips ensuring that they are of the correct size for the groove.

Woodruff keys
Woodruff keys may be re-used provided there is no indication of wear or distortion.

Remove any burrs from edges of keyways using a fine file.

Split pins
Never attempt to straighten and re-use a split pin, always ensure that replacement pins are of the correct size for the hole in which they are to be fitted.