PIPER AIRCRAFT, INC.
PA-28-161, WARRIOR III
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
PAGE 1
Nov 30/06
4D21
52-10-00
PASSENGER / CREW
1. Cabin Door
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 Latch Mechanism (Lower Latch)
A. Removal
(1) Remove the door latch mechanism by removing the door trim upholstery and the screws that
attach the latch plate and latch mechanism to the door.
(2) Disconnect the latch pull rod from the inside door handle.
(3) Remove the complete latch mechanism.
B. Installation
(1) Place the latch assembly into position on the door.
(2) Connect the latch pull rod to the inside door handle.
(3) Replace the screws that attach the latch plate and mechanism to the door, Install the door trim
upholstery and secure with screws.
C. Adjustment
To adjust the door latch, loosen the screws on the striker plate, make necessary adjustment, and
retighten the screws.
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