Maintenance Instructions

10044S
Colt Canada Proprietary 3-2-22 2005-09-20
b. Touch up affected areas as detailed in Part 3, Section 1 of this instruction;
c. Repair distorted carrying handles as follows:
(1) Remove rear sight components if damage may result during repairs to the carrying
handle;
(2) Clamp the receiver, by the carrying handle, in a vise fitted with protected jaws;
(3) Using two 6 inch adjustable wrenches, straighten the bent carrying handle. See
Figure 3-2-27;
NOTE
When straightening the handle, a slight
over bending will be required to
compensate for a partial return of the metal
upon releasing the bending pressure.
Gradually bend the handle beyond the
straight position before releasing.
(4) Using a smooth file or fine stone to
remove nicks and burrs, return the
handle to approximate original
contours and dimensions; and
(5) Touch up affected areas with black
solid film lubricant.
REASSEMBLY
28. Reassemble the component sub-assemblies in reverse order to the disassembly
procedures. Reassemble the barrel assembly to the upper receiver assembly if previously
disassembled.
BOLT CARRIER GROUP
DISASSEMBLY
29. With the bolt carrier group removed
from the weapon, proceed with disassembly by
the following procedure:
a. Using a suitable punch, push the firing
pin retaining pin out of the bolt carrier.
See Figure 3-2-28;
b. Remove the firing pin from the rear of
the bolt carrier. See Figure 3-2-29;
Figure 3-2-27 Straightening the Carrying
Handle
Figure 3-2-28 Removing the Firing Pin
Retaining Pin