Technical data

TM 9-1005-319-23&P 0015
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ASSEMBLY - Continued
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Figure 31. Installation of Lower Handguard Assembly (M16A2).
26. Install top of lower handguard assembly (3) in tube cap (29) while pushing down on handguard slip ring
(2). Push bottom of lower handguard assembly in place and release handguard slip ring to lock both
handguard assemblies in place.
END OF TASK
TEST AND INSPECTION
NOTE
The following information pertains to the use of breech, bore, and other gages:
Barrel erosion gage, PN 8448496, can be used to gage all chromed barrels;
Bore straightness gage, PN 8448202, is required for use on all barrels. The gage
must pass through the barrel without being forced.