Piper 6XT - PASSENGER;CREW; CABIN DOORS; REMOVAL; INSTALLATION

THE NEW PIPER AIRCRAFT, INC.
PA-32-301FT / 301XTC
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
PAGE 1
Jun 1/03
4E13
52-10-00
PASSENGER / CREW
1. Cabin Doors
A. Removal
(1) Remove the clevis bolt, washer and bushing from the door holder assembly.
(2) Remove cotter pins, clevis pins and washers from door hinges.
(3) Remove the door from the airplane.
B. Installation
(1) Insert the door into position and install the washers, clevis bolts and cotter pins on the door
hinges.
(2) For adjustment of door, refer to Adjustment, below.
(3) Hook up and install the clevis bolt, bushing and washer into the door holder assembly.
C. Adjustment
(1) To acquire the proper vertical adjustment of the door, insert the necessary washer combination
between the cabin door hinge and fuselage bracket assembly.
(2) Additional adjustments may be made by tapping out the serrated door hinge bushings and
rotating them to obtain the hinge centerline location that will provide proper door fit.
(3) To ensure long life of door seals and improve sealing characteristics, lubricate with a dry
lubricant in a spray can.
2. Door Locks
A. Removal
(1) Remove the door trim upholstery by removing the attachment screws.
(2) Loosen the nut on the lock assembly and remove the lock by turning it sideways.
B. Installation
(1) Install the lock in the door by turning it sideways and placing it through the opening
provided.
(2) Replace the nut on the back of the lock assembly and tighten.
(3) Replace the door trim upholstery and secure with the attachment screws.