ASBAS365630018ENR1ERR

ASB No. AS365-63.00.
18
Civil version(s): N, N1, N2, N3
Military version(s): F, Fs, Fi, K, K2
ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN

SUBJECT: MAIN ROTOR DRIVE - Tail rotor drive flange
Inspection of the Shur-Lok nut which retains the tail rotor drive flange of the
Main Gearbox POST MOD 0763B64
For the attention of
Revision No. Date of issue
Revision 0 2014-07-09
Revision 1 2016-03-07
Summary:
Check the condition of the Shur-Lok nut.
Reason for last Revision:
The purpose of Revision 1 of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN is to clarify compliance in paragraph 1.E.2.
Compliance:
Compliance with this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN is mandatory.
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1. PLANNING INFORMATION
1.A. EFFECTIVITY
1.A.1. Helicopters/installed equipment
Helicopters which embody Modification 0763B64.
NOTE 1
Modification 0763B64 consists in replacing the slotted nut

and special locking cup, which retain the tail rotor drive
output flange of the Main Gearbox (MGB), with a nut with
Shur-Lok type locking in order to facilitate retightening in this
area.
NOTE 2
Refer to the aircraft individual inspection log book (MOD

record) to identify the actual configuration of the helicopter.
1.A.2. Non-installed equipment
Not applicable.
1.B. ASSOCIATED REQUIREMENTS
Not applicable.
1.C. REASON
Revision 0:
Airbus Helicopters has been informed of several cases of loss of tightness of the Shur-Lok nut which retains
the tail rotor drive flange of the MGB.
Investigations revealed that the loosening of the Shur-Lok nut was due to the loss of the locking function
ensured by two anti-rotation tabs which are engaged into two slots at the end of the MGB output shaft pinion.
If both these anti-rotation tabs are sheared, the locking function of the Shur-Lok nut is no longer ensured.
This may lead to the Shur-Lok nut coming loose and, in extreme cases, to complete disengagement of the
threads. It would then be blocked in the tail rotor drive flange. This situation cannot be detected without
removing the tail rotor drive.
During an incident, which occurred following undetected complete loosening of the Shur-Lok nut, it was
observed that the tail rotor drive flange had moved backward with respect to the MGB output shaft pinion,
which led to desynchronization of the tail rotor on the ground.
Revision 1:
Airbus Helicopters informs you that the instructions given in paragraph 1.E.2. of this ALERT SERVICE
BULLETIN are applicable only to AS365 helicopters delivered before July 09, 2014.
However, paragraph 3.D. remains applicable to all helicopters, regardless of their date of delivery.
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1.D. DESCRIPTION
Compliance with this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN consists in:
- checking the radial play in the tail rotor drive flange.

- checking the condition of the Shur-Lok nut.
- complying with the new removal and installation procedures for the Shur-Lok nut.
1.E. COMPLIANCE
1.E.1. Compliance at the works
Not applicable.
1.E.2. Compliance in service
The work on the helicopter is to be performed by the operator.
Helicopters/installed equipment:
For helicopters delivered before July 09, 2014:

Comply with paragraphs 3.A., 3.B. and 3.C. of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN no later than
within 110 flying hours following receipt of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN, issued on July 09, 2014, unless
this was already ensured in compliance with Revision 0.
For helicopters delivered since July 09, 2014:

The instructions given in paragraphs 3.A., 3.B. and 3.C. of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN are not
applicable.
CAUTION
PARAGRAPH 3.D. IS APPLICABLE TO ALL
HELICOPTERS (DELIVERED BEFORE OR AFTER
JULY 09, 2014) WITHIN THE SCOPE OF
COMPLIANCE WITH THE MASTER SERVICING
MANUAL (MSM).
Non-installed equipment:
Not applicable.
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1.F. APPROVAL
Approval of modifications:
Not applicable.
Approval of this document:
The technical information contained in this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN Revision 0 was approved
on July 08, 2014 under the authority of EASA Design Organization Approval No. 21J.056 for helicopters of
civil versions subject to an Airworthiness Certificate.
on July 08, 2014 under the prerogatives of the recognition of design capability FRA21J-002-DGA for French
Government helicopters.
on July 08, 2014 by the Airbus Helicopters Airworthiness Department for export military versions.
on March 04, 2016 under the authority of EASA Design Organization Approval No. 21J.056 for helicopters of
civil versions subject to an Airworthiness Certificate.
on March 04, 2016 under the prerogatives of the recognition of design capability FRA21J-002-DGA for
French Government helicopters.
on March 04, 2016 by the Airbus Helicopters Airworthiness Department for export military versions.
1.G. MANPOWER
For compliance with this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN, Airbus Helicopters recommends the following
personnel qualifications:
Qualification: 2 Mechanical Engineering Technicians
The time for the operations is given for information purposes, for a standard configuration.
Time for the operations: - 30 minutes to check the radial play of the tail rotor drive flange,
- 2 hours to remove and install the Shur-Lok nut.
1.H. WEIGHT AND BALANCE
Not applicable.
1.I. EFFECT ON ELECTRICAL LOADS
Not applicable.
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1.J. SOFTWARE MODIFICATION EMBODIMENT RECORD
Not applicable.
1.K. REFERENCES
The documents required for compliance with this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN are as follows:
Maintenance Manual (MET):
MET: 21.50.30.401: "AIRBORNE" freon air conditioning - Removal-Installation of the compressor

MET: 21.50.31.401: "SOFTAIR" air conditioning - Removal-Installation of the compressor
MET: 21.50.32.401: "PARKER" freon air conditioning - Removal-Installation of the compressor
MET: 21.50.33.401: A.F.S. air conditioning - Removal-Installation of the compressor
MET: 21.50.34.401: Split air conditioning - Removal-Installation of the compressor
MET: 24.22.06.401: AC power supply - Alternator: Removal-Installation
MET: 60.00.00.300: Rotors - General mechanical instructions
MET: 60.00.00.301: Power transmission assemblies - Inspection of condition - Special instructions
MET: 63.30.00.401: Mount assembly - Removal / Installation of main gearbox support struts
MET: 65.10.00.401: Tail rotor drive shafts - Removal-Installation of forward shaft element
MET: 65.10.00.601: Tail rotor drive shafts - On-condition maintenance
MET: 65.11.00.401: Tail rotor drive shafts - Removal-Installation of forward shaft element
MET: 65.11.00.601: Tail rotor drive shafts - Inspection of the tail rotor drive and removal criteria
Mechanical Repair Manual (MRM):
MRM: 63.20.00.702: Main Gearbox - Replacement of seal on tail rotor power take-off
MRM: 63.20.00.727: Main Gearbox - Fits and clearance for the tail rotor power take-off
MRM: 63.20.01.702: MGB with dual lubrication system - Repair - Replacement of seal on tail rotor power
take-off
MRM: 63.20.01.727: MGB with dual lubrication system - Repair - Fits and clearance for the tail rotor power
take-off
Standard Practices Manual (MTC):
MTC: 20.02.05.407: Joining - Installation of flexible coupling attachment screws

MTC: 20.02.06.101: Safetying and locking assemblies - Safetying assemblies: General
MTC: 20.02.06.404: Safetying and locking assemblies - Safetying with cotter pins
MTC: 20.04.01.402: Cleaning - Cleaning of removed individual parts with liquid solvents
MTC: 20.04.03.401: Corrosion inhibiting and removal procedures - General method for reconditioning
corroded metal surfaces
MTC: 20.04.04.404: Surface treatment before painting - Touch-up of protective treatment (phosphating and
black anodizing)
MTC: 20.07.03.408: Technical instructions - Appearance checks on an aircraft after an inspection or repair
Master Servicing Manual (MSM):
MSM: 05-20-00: Chapter 63
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1.L. DOCUMENTS AFFECTED
Airbus Helicopters will modify the following documents with respect to this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN:
- Maintenance Manual (MET):

. Work Card 63.20.00.606: Main Gearbox with single lubrication system - Inspection / Check:
Check of the radial play in the tail rotor drive flange of the MGB
. Work Card 63.20.00.607: Main Gearbox with single lubrication system - Inspection / Check: Check of
the SHUR-LOK nut which retains the tail rotor drive output flange of the MGB POST MOD 0763B64
. Work Card 63.20.00.702: MGB with single lubrication system - Repair - Replacement of seal on tail
rotor power take-off
. Work Card 63.20.01.606: Main Gearbox with dual lubrication system - Inspection / Check: Check of
the radial play in the tail rotor drive flange of the MGB
. Work Card 63.20.01.607: Main Gearbox with dual lubrication system - Inspection / Check: Check of
the SHUR-LOK nut which retains the tail rotor drive output flange of the MGB POST MOD 0763B64
. Work Card 63.20.01.702: MGB with dual lubrication system - Repair - Replacement of seal on tail
rotor power take-off
- Master Servicing Manual (MSM) chapter 05
These documents will be issued subsequently.
1.M. INTERCHANGEABILITY OR MIXABILITY OF PARTS
Not applicable.
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2. MATERIAL INFORMATION
2.A. MATERIAL: PRICE - AVAILABILITY - PROCUREMENT
For any information concerning the kits and/or components, contact the Airbus Helicopters Network Sales &
Customer Relations Department.
Order as required from:
Airbus Helicopters
Etablissement de Marignane
Direction Ventes et Relations Client (ECR)
13725 MARIGNANE CEDEX
FRANCE
NOTE 1
On the purchase order, please specify the mode of

transport, the destination and the serial numbers of the
helicopters to be modified.
NOTE 2
For ALERT SERVICE BULLETINS, order by:

Telex: HELICOP 410 969F
Fax: +33 (0)4.42.85.99.96.
2.B. INFORMATION CONCERNING INDUSTRIAL SUPPORT
Not applicable.
2.C. MATERIAL REQUIRED FOR EACH HELICOPTER/COMPONENT
Material to be ordered separately:
Former
Designation Qty New P/N Item
P/N → Instruction
Cotter pin 6 23310CA020025 1 23310CA020025 Discard
Nut 6 ASNA0045-100BCL 2 ASNA0045-100BCL Discard
Replace if
Shur-Lok nut A/R 365A32-7124-20 3 365A32-7124-20
necessary
360A32-2034-20
Tail rotor drive 360A32-2034-21 Replace if
A/R 360A32-2034-23 10
flange 360A32-2034-22 necessary
360A32-2034-23
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Products to be ordered separately:
Refer to the Work Cards specified in this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN and the list below:
Designation Qty Product P/N CM Item

Grease A/R AIR4207A / 4
White Spirit A/R Off the shelf / 5
Methyl ethyl ketone A/R MEK / 6
Protective agent A/R Magic Bluer / 7
Abrasive paper No. 400 A/R Off the shelf / 8
MGB operating oil A/R / / 9
The products can be ordered separately from the INTERTURBINE AVIATION LOGISTICS company.
Website: http://www.interturbine.com
Telephone: +49.41.91.809.300
AOG: +49.41.91.809.444
Specific tooling:
Designation Qty Tool P/N or equivalent Item
Roller with diameter 3.000mm

2 Off the shelf zz
(.11811 in.)
Roller with diameter 3.333mm

2 Off the shelf yy
(.13122 in.)
Comparator 1 Off the shelf xx
included in 365A93-3251-00 wrench SL40911

Assembly/disassembly wrench 1 ww
Replacement of MGB output flange
Holding wrench 1 360A93-3207-00 vv
Extractor 1 360A93-3209-00 uu
included in 365A93-3251-00 wrench SL40911

Nut retainer checking tool 1 tt
Replacement of MGB output flange
2.D. MATERIAL TO BE RETURNED
Not applicable.
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3. ACCOMPLISHMENT INSTRUCTIONS
3.A. GENERAL
Read and comply with the general mechanical instructions as per MET Work Card 60.00.00.300.
Read and comply with the special instructions to check the condition of mechanical assemblies as per MET
Work Card 60.00.00.301.
Read and comply with the general instructions concerning safetying and locking of assemblies as per
Standard Practices Manual (MTC) Work Card 20.02.06.101.
3.B. OPERATIONAL PROCEDURE
3.B.1. Preliminary steps
- Install the access equipment.

- Open the LH and RH MGB cowlings.
3.B.2. Checking the condition of the Shur-Lok nut
- Check the radial play in the tail rotor drive flange as per paragraph 4.A.
- Comply with the preliminary steps as per paragraph 4.B.1.
- Remove the flexible coupling as per paragraph 4.B.2.
- Remove the Shur-Lok nut as per paragraph 4.B.3.
- Check the condition of the Shur-Lok nut as per paragraph 4.C.
- If necessary:
. Discard the tail rotor drive flange,
. Carry out the cleaning, visual inspection and dimensional check,
. Install the tail rotor drive flange,
as per paragraph 4.B.4.
- Install and torque-tighten the Shur-Lok nut as per paragraph 4.B.5.
- Check that the Shur-Lok nut retainer is correctly positioned as per paragraph 4.D.
- Install the flexible coupling as per paragraph 4.B.6.
- Comply with the final steps as per paragraph 4.B.7. then 3.B.3.
3.B.3. Final steps
- Close the LH and RH MGB cowlings.

- Check the appearance of the helicopter as per MTC Work Card 20.07.03.408.
- Remove the access equipment.
3.C. IDENTIFICATION
Identification of this document:
Record compliance with this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN, with the revision number, on the Log Card of the
Main Gearbox (MGB).
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3.D. OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Operating instructions:
Not applicable.
Maintenance instructions:
For all AS365 helicopters and also for MGBs which have undergone Complete Overhaul:
- Upon reaching 100 flying hours (without exceeding 110 flying hours) following a tail rotor drive flange
removal:
. Comply with paragraph 3.B. of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN.
- At each T inspection:
. Comply with paragraph 3.B. of this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN.
NOTE
The check to be performed at 300 flying hours (Check of the

radial play), specified in Master Servicing Manual (MSM)
05-20-00 Chapter/Section 63-20, is not impacted by this
ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN.
The Maintenance Manual (MET) and the Master Servicing Manual (MSM) will incorporate these instructions
in a future revision.
Once these instructions are integrated in the Maintenance Manual (MET) and Master Servicing Manual
(MSM), refer to these manuals.
In addition, during compliance with MRM Work Card:

- 63.20.00.702 (Main Gearbox - Replacement of seal on tail rotor power take-off)
or
- 63.20.01.702 (MGB with dual lubrication system - Repair - Replacement of seal on tail rotor power take-off):
- Comply with the tail rotor drive flange removal and installation procedures described in this ALERT
SERVICE BULLETIN instead of MRM Work Card 63.20.00.702 or 63.20.01.702.
The Mechanical Repair Manual (MRM) will incorporate these instructions as part of a future revision.
Refer to the Mechanical Repair Manual (MRM) once these instructions are integrated.
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4. APPENDIX
4.A. CHECK OF THE RADIAL PLAY IN THE TAIL ROTOR DRIVE FLANGE (Figures 1 to 4)
- For helicopters equipped with optional mechanical air conditioning:

. Slacken the belt of the air conditioning compressor as per MET Work Card 21.50.30.401 or
21.50.31.401 or 21.50.32.401 or 21.50.33.401 or 21.50.34.401.
- Without removing the forward segment of the tail rotor drive and the flexible coupling (c) (Figures 2 to 4) of
the tail rotor drive flange (a), ensure by hand that there is no radial play in the tail rotor drive flange (a)
(Detail A, Figure 1):
. If there is no radial play, continue compliance with paragraph 3.B.2.
. If there is radial play:
- Position the comparator (xx) (not shown) on the end of the tail rotor drive flange (a) (flexible
coupling side).
- Measure the radial play:
. If the radial play is less than 1.000mm (.03936 in.):
- Remove the comparator (xx) (not shown).
- Continue compliance with paragraph 3.B.2.
. If the radial play is greater than or equal to 1.000mm (.03936 in.):
- Remove the tail rotor drive flange (a) as per paragraph 4.B.
- Make sure that the wear of the splines (b1) (Detail C, Figure 1), MGB output shaft
pinion (b) (Detail A, Figure 1), splines (a1) (Detail B, Figure 1) of the tail rotor
drive flange (a) and centering surface (C1) (Detail A, Figure 1) of the tail rotor
drive flange (a) is correct:
. Insert a roller (zz) with a diameter of 3.000mm (.11811 in.) on either side
of the splines (b1) of the MGB output shaft pinion (b) (Detail C,
Figure 1).
. Measure dimension “L1”.
. Remove the rollers (zz).
NOTE 1
Dimension “L1” must be greater than or equal to 31.600mm

(1.24410 in.).
. Insert a roller (yy) with a diameter of 3.333mm (.13122 in.) on either side of
the splines (a1) (Detail B, Figure 1).
. Measure dimension “L2”.
. Remove the rollers (yy).
NOTE 2
Dimension “L2” must be less than or equal to 24.400mm

(.96062 in.).
. Measure inner diameter “D1” of the centering surface (C1) of the tail rotor
drive flange (a).
. Measure outer diameter “D2” of the centering surface (C1) of the MGB
output shaft (b).
. Calculate play “J1” (Detail A, Figure 1): J1 = D1 - D2.
NOTE 3
Play “J1” must be less than or equal to 0.400mm

(.015747 in.).
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Interpretation of the results:
- If "L1" and "L2" and "J1" are within the tolerances:

. Install the tail rotor drive flange (a) on the MGB output shaft pinion (b) as per paragraph 4.B.
- If "L2" or "J1" is out of tolerance:

. Discard the tail rotor drive flange (a).
. Calculate "J1" and ensure that it is less than 0.400mm (.015747 in.) with a new tail rotor drive
flange (10):
- If "J1" is within the tolerances:
. Continue compliance with paragraph 3.B.2.
- If "J1" is still out of tolerance:
. Contact the Airbus Helicopters Technical Support Department as per NOTE 4
before resuming flights.
- If “L1” is out of tolerance:

. Contact the Airbus Helicopters Technical Support Department as per NOTE 4 before
resuming flights.
NOTE 4
Contact the Airbus Helicopters Customer Service Technical

Support Department at:
Tel.: +33 (0)4.42.85.99.67
Fax: +33 (0)4 42 85 99 66
E-mail: Dyncomp.Technical-Support@airbus.com
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b
J1
C1
yy zz
b1
L2
L1
a1
yy zz
Figure 1: Cross-section view of the tail rotor drive flange and MGB output shaft pinion
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4.B. REMOVAL/INSTALLATION PROCEDURES FOR THE FLEXIBLE COUPLING, SHUR-LOK NUT
AND TAIL ROTOR DRIVE FLANGE (Figures 2 to 8)
4.B.1. Preliminary steps
- For helicopters equipped with the optional alternator:

. If the alternator is located over the tail rotor drive flange, remove the alternator as per MET Work
Card 24.22.06.401. Otherwise, leave as is.
. Slacken the belt of the air conditioning compressor as per MET Work Card 21.50.30.401 or
21.50.31.401 or 21.50.32.401 or 21.50.33.401 or 21.50.34.401.
- Remove the tail rotor drive shaft as per MET Work Card 65.10.00.401 or 65.11.00.401.
. In order to facilitate the insertion of the Shur-Lok checking tool (ww), remove the rear RH MGB
support strut as per MET Work Card 63.30.00.401.
4.B.2. Removal of the flexible coupling (Figures 2 to 4)
- Identify and mark the installation position of the flexible coupling (c) on the tail rotor drive flange (a) and on
the sliding flange (d) (Figures 2 to 4).
- Remove the cotter pins (e) from the nuts (f) of the tail rotor drive flange (a) / flexible coupling (c) assembly
and discard them.
- Loosen and discard the nuts (f).
- For helicopters PRE MOD 0765B39 (Detail D, Figure 2):
. Remove and retain the screws (g), washers (h) and the flexible coupling (c) equipped with the sliding
flange (d).
- For helicopters POST MOD 0765B39 (Detail E, Figure 3):
. Remove and retain the screws (g), washers (h), the flexible coupling (c) equipped with the sliding
flange (d) and electrical bonding bridges (k).
- If necessary, remove the flexible coupling (c) from the sliding flange (d):
. Remove the cotter pins (p) from the nuts (n) and discard them.
. Loosen and discard the nuts (n).
. For helicopters PRE MOD 0765B39 (Detail D, Figure 2):
- Remove and retain the screws (m), washers (q), flexible coupling (c) and sliding flange (d).
. For helicopters POST MOD 0765B39 (Detail E, Figure 3):
- Identify and mark the position of the bonding bridges (k) and other items.
- Remove and retain the screws (m), washers (q), flexible coupling (c), sliding flange (d) and
electrical bonding bridges (k).
- Check the condition of the flexible coupling (c) as per MET Work Card 65.10.00.601 or 65.11.00.601.
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4.B.3. Removal of the Shur-Lok nut (Figures 5 to 7)
- Lubricate the inner cylinder (w) of the Shur-Lok checking tool (ww) using MGB operating oil (9) (Figure 5).
NOTE 5
The inner cylinder (w) must turn freely in the knurled

sleeve (v).
- Wipe off excess MGB operating oil.

- Check for correct condition of the Teflon centering guide (x).
- Hold the tail rotor drive flange (a) using the holding wrench (vv) (not shown).
- Position the assembly/disassembly wrench (ww) in the tail rotor drive flange (a).
- Turn the knurled sleeve (v) by applying an axial thrust toward the MGB in order to engage the two tabs (ab)
of the knurled sleeve (v) over 1 to 2mm (.04 in. to .08 in.) into the two slots (y) of the outer part of the
retainer of the Shur-Lok nut (r) (Figure 6).
- Immobilize the knurled sleeve (v) in this position.
- Turn the inner cylinder (w) (Figure 5) by hand while applying a thrust toward the MGB in order to engage
the 4 teeth of the inner cylinder (w) into the 4 slots (af) (Figure 7) of the Shur-Lok nut (r).
NOTE 6
The ring (u) (Figure 5) of the assembly/disassembly wrench

(ww) is positioned and enables holding the Shur-Lok nut (r)
in the unlocked position.
NOTE 7
The two slots (y) (Figure 6) of the Shur-Lok nut (r) are
aligned with the two tabs (ab) and the two slots (z) of the
knurled sleeve (v).
- Engage a wrench in the square profile of the inner cylinder (w).
CAUTION
ANY ROTATION OF THE KNURLED SLEEVE (v)

WITH RESPECT TO THE TAIL ROTOR DRIVE
FLANGE (a) LEADS TO THE SEPARATION OF
THE TWO ANTI-ROTATION TABS (ad)
(FIGURE 7) OF THE SHUR-LOK NUT (r).
- Completely loosen the Shur-Lok nut (r) through the inner cylinder (w) while holding the knurled sleeve (v) to
prevent the knurled sleeve (v) from rotating with respect to the tail rotor drive flange (a).
NOTE 8
The use of pliers is permitted to prevent the knurled

sleeve (v) from rotating.
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- Remove the Shur-Lok nut (r) assembly and the assembly/disassembly wrench (ww) from the tail rotor drive
flange (a).
- Remove the holding wrench (vv) (not shown) from the tail rotor drive flange (a).
- Separate the Shur-Lok nut (r) from the assembly/disassembly wrench (ww).
4.B.4. Removal, inspection and installation of the tail rotor drive flange (Figures 2 to 5)
NOTE 9
Compliance with paragraph 4.B.4. is only required if

dimension "L2" or play "J1" is out of tolerance following
compliance with paragraph 4.A.
- Remove the tail rotor drive flange (a) (Figures 2 to 4) using the extractor (uu) (not shown).
- If the helicopter is equipped with optional mechanical air conditioning, remove the pulley/flange
assembly (s) from the tail rotor drive flange (a) (Detail G, Figure 4) using the extractor (uu) (not shown).
- Clean the removed parts using White Spirit (5) as per MTC Work Card 20.04.01.102.
- Check for marks of corrosion and eliminate them as per MTC Work Cards 20.04.03.102 and 20.04.03.401.
- Particularly inspect the following areas:
. splines (scratches, distortion),
. threads (distortion),
. bores (no scratches, metal tear-off).
- Perform a dimensional check of the removed parts as per MRM Work Card 63.20.00.727 or 63.20.01.727.
- Apply grease (4) to the splines of the tail rotor drive flange (a) or (10) (Detail D, Figure 2) (Detail E,
Figure 3) (Detail G, Figure 4).
- For helicopters equipped with optional air conditioning: install the pulley/flange assembly (s) on the tail rotor
drive flange (a) or (10) (Detail G, Figure 4).
- Position the tail rotor drive flange (a) or (10) on the MGB output shaft (t) (Figure 5).
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4.B.5. Installation of the Shur-Lok nut (Figures 5 to 8)
CAUTION
A PRODUCT ON THE BEARING SURFACE OR

THREAD OF THE SHUR-LOK NUT (r) OR (3) CAN
LEAD TO THE MODIFICATION OF THE
TIGHTENING TORQUE.
- Lubricate the inner cylinder (w) of the assembly/disassembly wrench (ww) using MGB operating oil (9)
(Figure 5).
- Wipe off excess MGB operating oil.
NOTE 10
The inner cylinder (w) must turn freely in the knurled

sleeve (v).
- Check for correct condition of the Teflon centering guide (x).

- Position the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3) on the assembly/disassembly wrench (ww) (Figure 6).
- Apply an axial thrust in order to engage the two tabs (ab) of the knurled sleeve (v) over 1 to 2mm
(.04 to .08 in.) into the two slots (y) of the outer part of the retainer of the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3) (Figure 6).
- Immobilize the knurled sleeve (v) of the assembly/disassembly wrench (ww) in this position.
- Turn the inner cylinder (w) by hand while applying an axial thrust in order to engage the 4 teeth of the inner
cylinder (w) (Figure 5) into the 4 slots (af) (Figure 7) of the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3).
NOTE 11
The ring (u) is positioned and enables holding the Shur-Lok

nut (r) in the unlocked position on the assembly/disassembly
wrench (ww) (Figure 5).
- Position and engage the Shur-Lok nut assembly (r) or (3) and the assembly/disassembly wrench (ww) in
the tail rotor drive flange (a) or (10) (Figure 6).
- Screw the inner cylinder (w) by hand until the two anti-rotation tabs (ad) are bearing on the end of the MGB
output shaft pinion (t) (Figure 7).
- Turn the knurled sleeve (v) by hand.
- While turning the knurled sleeve (v), hold the two anti-rotation tabs (ad) bearing on the end of the MGB
output shaft pinion (t), using the inner cylinder (w).
NOTE 12
When the two anti-rotation tabs (ad) are no longer bearing

on the MGB output shaft pinion (t), this means that the two
anti-rotation tabs (ad) are aligned with the two slots (ae).
- Immobilize the knurled sleeve (v) in this position (Figure 5).

- Using the inner cylinder (w), manually tighten the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3) by one turn.
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CAUTION
THE USE OF A LEVER OR TOOL TO APPLY THE

LOAD TO THE KNURLED SLEEVE (v) MAY LEAD
TO SEPARATION OF THE TWO ANTI-ROTATION
TABS (ad) (FIGURES 7 AND 8).
AIRBUS HELICOPTERS RECOMMENDS THAT
YOU CARRY OUT THIS OPERATION BY HAND.
- Using the knurled sleeve (v), alternately turn (by applying a slight load by hand) in order to check that the
two anti-rotation tabs (ad) (Figure 7) are correctly positioned in the two slots (ae) of the MGB output shaft
pinion end (t).
. If rotation is possible:
- Remove the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3).
- Check the condition of the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3) as per paragraph 4.C.
. If the rotation is blocked on both sides:
NOTE 13
The two anti-rotation tabs (ad) are positioned in the two

slots (ae).
- Make a mark on the tail rotor drive flange (a) or (10) aligned with one of the two slots (z) of the
knurled sleeve (v) (Figure 6).
- Immobilize the knurled sleeve (v) and tighten the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3) to contact by hand, using the inner
cylinder (w).
NOTE 14

- Engage a torque wrench in the square profile of the inner cylinder (w) of the assembly/disassembly
wrench (ww) (Figure 5).
CAUTION
A ROTATION OF THE KNURLED SLEEVE (v)

DURING TIGHTENING OF THE SHUR-LOK
NUT (r) OR (3) LEADS TO SEPARATION OF THE
TWO ANTI-ROTATION TABS (ad) (FIGURES 7
AND 8).
- Hold the tail rotor drive flange (a) or (10) using the holding wrench (vv) (not shown).
- Immobilize the rotating knurled sleeve (v).
- If compliance with this paragraph is ensured after removal of the seals of the tail rotor drive flange (a) as
per MRM Work Card 63.20.00.702 or 63.20.01.702:
. Pre-tighten the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3) to 9.5 daN.m. (841 lbf.-in).
. Loosen the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3).
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- Torque-tighten the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3) as per Figure 2 or 3 or 4.
NOTE 15

- Check that there is no offset between the mark on the tail rotor drive flange (a) or (10) and the slot (z) of the
knurled sleeve (v) (Figure 6):
. If there is no offset, leave as is.
. If there is an offset:
- Remove the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3) as per paragraph 4.C.
- Check the condition of the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3) as per paragraph 4.C.
- Remove the assembly/disassembly wrench (ww) and the holding wrench (vv) (not shown) from the tail rotor
drive flange (a) or (10).
4.B.6. Installation of the flexible coupling (Figures 2 to 4)
CAUTION
COMPLY WITH THE INSTALLATION DIRECTION

OF THE SLIDING FLANGE (d).
- If necessary, install the flexible coupling (c) on the sliding flange (d) (Figures 2 to 4):
. If the removed items are reassembled, align the flexible coupling (c) / sliding flange (d) marks made
during removal.
CAUTION
THE SCREW HEADS (m) MUST POINT TO THE

MGB SIDE.
. Position the screws (m) on the flexible coupling (c).

. For helicopters PRE MOD 0765B39 (Detail D, Figure 2):
- Position the sliding flange (d), washers (q) and new nuts (2).
. For helicopters POST MOD 0765B39 (Detail E, Figure 3):
- Position the electrical bonding bridges (k), sliding flange (d), washers (q) and nuts (2).
. Torque-tighten the nuts (2) (Figures 2 to 4) by complying with the order of tightening as per MTC
Work Card 20.02.05.407.
. Lock the nuts (2) using new cotter pins (1) as per MTC Work Card 20.02.06.406.
- For helicopters PRE MOD 0765B39 (Detail D, Figure 2):
CAUTION
THE SCREW HEADS (g) MUST POINT TO THE

MGB SIDE.
. Position the screws (g) on the tail rotor drive flange (a) or (10) and on the flexible coupling (c)
equipped with the sliding flange (d).
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- For helicopters POST MOD 0765B39 (Detail E, Figure 3):
CAUTION

MGB SIDE.
. Position the screws (g) on the tail rotor drive flange (a) or (10) and on the flexible coupling (c)
equipped with the sliding flange (d) and electrical bonding bridges (k).
- For helicopters equipped with optional mechanical air conditioning (Detail G, Figure 4):
CAUTION

ENGINE (POWER PLANT) SIDE.
. Position the screws (g) on the flexible coupling (c) equipped with the sliding flange (d) as well as on
the tail rotor drive flange (a) or (10) and the pulley/flange assembly (s).
- If the removed items are reassembled, align the flexible coupling (c) / tail rotor drive flange (a) or (10) marks
(and the pulley/flange assembly (s) marks for helicopters equipped with optional air conditioning) made
during installation (Figures 2 to 4).
- Install the washers (h) and new nuts (2).
- Torque-tighten the nuts (2) by complying with the order of tightening as per MTC Work Card 20.02.05.407.
- Lock the nuts (2) using new cotter pins (1) as per MTC Work Card 20.02.06.406.
4.B.7. Final steps

. Install the rear RH MGB support strut as per MET Work Card 63.30.00.401.
- Install the tail rotor drive front shaft as per MET Work Card 65.10.00.401 or 65.11.00.401.
. Tension the belt of the air conditioning compressor as per MET Work Card 21.50.30.401 or
21.50.31.401 or 21.50.32.401 or 21.50.33.401 or 21.50.34.401.
- For helicopters equipped with the optional alternator:
. Install the alternator as per MET Work Card 24.22.06.401.
- Refer to MSM 05-20-00 for the operations to be carried out following installation or replacement of a
component.
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CM 149
f 4
4.1-4.8
2
363-424 Marking of the
h installation
position
e
1 a
10
Marking of the
Marking of the installation
installation position
position
r
3 6-7
532-619
m
c
p
1
d
q
n
2
4.1-4.8
363-424
Figure 2: Removal/Installation of the flexible coupling and Shur-Lok nut for helicopters PRE MOD 0765B39
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CM 149
4
f
4.1-4.8
2 Marking of the
363-424 installation
h position
a
10
e Marking of the
1 installation
position
Marking of the
installation
position r
3 6-7
532-619
m
c
p
1 k
d
q
n
2
4.1-4.8
363-424
Figure 3: Removal/Installation of the flexible coupling and Shur-Lok nut for helicopters POST MOD 0765B39
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e
1
h
f
2
4.1-4.8
363-424
Marking of
Marking of the the
installation
installation
position position
g
a 4
10 CM 149
Marking of the
installation
position
r
3 6-7
m
532-619
p c
1
d
q
n
2
4.1-4.8
363-424
Figure 4: Removal/Installation of the flexible coupling and Shur-Lok nut for helicopters equipped with optional
mechanical air conditioning
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u v
w
CM 123
x
r
a
10
CM 123
Assembly/disassembly
wrench (ww)
v
Figure 5: Views of the Tail rotor drive flange/Shur-Lok nut system and assembly/disassembly wrench (ww)
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v w
r y ab x z
3
z
Marks made on the
tail rotor drive
flange aligned with
the slots (z)
v
a
10
Figure 6: Detail views of the Shur-Lok nut in the assembly/disassembly wrench (ww) and in the tail rotor drive
flange
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r
3
r
3
af
ad
t
ae
Figure 7: Views of the Shur-Lok nut and anti-rotation system
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Unlocked system
Locked system (use of the assembly/disassembly
wrench (ww))
Anti-rotation Return Anti-rotation

washer spring washer
Retaining
ring
Two anti-
rotation tabs
(ad)
Four tightening
Shur-Lok Shur-Lok spline on nut
nut slots
and washer
(r) or (3)
Figure 8: Shur-Lok nut operating principle
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4.C. CHECK OF THE CONDITION OF THE SHUR-LOK NUT
- Clean the Shur-Lok nut using White Spirit (5) as per MTC Work Card 20.04.01.402.
- Check the condition of the two anti-rotation tabs of the Shur-Lok nut:
. If no distortion, pitting, impact or rupture is found: continue the check.
. If a distortion, pitting, an impact or rupture is found on one of the two anti-rotation tabs:
- Discard the Shur-Lok nut.
- If rupture of an anti-rotation locking tab is found:
. Remove the tail rotor drive flange as per paragraph 4.B.4.
. Search and eliminate Shur-Lok nut debris.
. Install the tail rotor drive flange as per paragraph 4.B.4.
- Install a new Shur-Lok nut (3) as per paragraph 4.B.5.
- Check the bearing surfaces of the Shur-Lok nut:

. If there is no wear or corrosion: continue compliance with paragraph 3.B.2.
. If there is wear or corrosion on the bearing surface(s):
- Sand the area using abrasive paper (8).
- If the wear or corrosion marks persist after sanding, replace the Shur-Lok nut with a new
Shur-Lok nut (3).
- If the wear or corrosion marks disappear after sanding:
. Clean the sanded area using Methyl ethyl ketone (6) as per MTC Work
Card 20.04.01.402.
. Protect the sanded area as per MTC Work Card 20.04.03.401 or using protective
agent (7) as per MTC Work Card 20.04.04.404.
. Install the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3) as per paragraph 4.B.5.
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4.D. CHECK OF THE POSITION OF THE SHUR-LOK NUT RETAINER (Figure 9)
- Insert the nut retainer checking tool (tt) in the tail rotor drive flange (a) or (10) (Figure 9).
NOTE 16
The metal tube (ac) (Cross-section A-A, Figure 9) of the nut

retainer checking tool (tt) must come into contact with the
retainer of the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3).
NOTE 17
The Teflon centering guide (ag) must be fitted into the tail
rotor drive flange (a) or (10) (Figure 9).
The flange of the Teflon centering guide (ag) must bear on
the tail rotor drive flange (a) or (10).
- Apply an axial load to the metal tube (ac) (Cross-section A-A, Figure 9) of the nut retainer checking tool (tt)
in order to press in the retainer of the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3).
NOTE 18
The blue circle of the metal tube (ac) must be at the limit of
the Teflon centering guide (ag).
The white circle of the metal tube (ac) must be hidden.
NOTE 19
The retainer of the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3) is now in the

unlocked position.
- Release the metal tube (ac) of the nut retainer checking tool (tt).
NOTE 20
The spring of the retainer of the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3) must
push back the metal tube (ac).
NOTE 21
The white circle of the metal tube (ac) must be visible at the
limit of the Teflon centering guide (ag).
NOTE 22
The retainer of the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3) is now in the

locked position.
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- If the spring of the retainer of the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3) does not push back the metal tube (ac) of the nut
retainer checking tool (tt) to show the white circle:
. Press the metal tube (ac) again to engage the micro-splines of the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3) and of the
retainer of the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3), until the white circle of the metal tube (ac) is visible when
releasing the metal tube (ac):
. If the result of the check of the Shur-Lok nut retainer is correct, continue compliance with
paragraph 3.B.2.
. If the result of the check of the Shur-Lok nut retainer is incorrect:
- Remove the Shur-Lok nut (r) or (3) as per paragraph 4.B.3.
- Install a new Shur-Lok nut (3) as per paragraph 4.B.5.
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a Blue
10 ag circle tt
Cross-
section
a A-A
10
ag
ac
Blue
White circle
r
circle
3
Figure 9: Check of the position of the Shur-Lok nut retainer
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ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN

For the attention of

Revision No. Date of issue

Check the condition of the Shur-Lok nut.

Reason for last Revision:

Compliance with this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN is mandatory.

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1.A.1. Helicopters/installed equipment

Helicopters which embody Modification 0763B64.

Modification 0763B64 consists in replacing the slotted nut

Refer to the aircraft individual inspection log book (MOD

1.A.2. Non-installed equipment

1.B. ASSOCIATED REQUIREMENTS

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Compliance with this ALERT SERVICE BULLETIN consists in:

- checking the radial play in the tail rotor drive flange.

1.E.1. Compliance at the works

1.E.2. Compliance in service

The work on the helicopter is to be performed by the operator.

For helicopters delivered before July 09, 2014:

For helicopters delivered since July 09, 2014:

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Approval of this document:

Qualification: 2 Mechanical Engineering Technicians

1.H. WEIGHT AND BALANCE

1.I. EFFECT ON ELECTRICAL LOADS

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Maintenance Manual (MET):

MET: 21.50.30.401: "AIRBORNE" freon air conditioning - Removal-Installation of the compressor

Mechanical Repair Manual (MRM):

Standard Practices Manual (MTC):

MTC: 20.02.05.407: Joining - Installation of flexible coupling attachment screws

Master Servicing Manual (MSM):

MSM: 05-20-00: Chapter 63

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- Maintenance Manual (MET):

- Master Servicing Manual (MSM) chapter 05

These documents will be issued subsequently.

1.M. INTERCHANGEABILITY OR MIXABILITY OF PARTS

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2.A. MATERIAL: PRICE - AVAILABILITY - PROCUREMENT

Order as required from:

On the purchase order, please specify the mode of

For ALERT SERVICE BULLETINS, order by:

2.B. INFORMATION CONCERNING INDUSTRIAL SUPPORT

2.C. MATERIAL REQUIRED FOR EACH HELICOPTER/COMPONENT

Material to be ordered separately:

Cotter pin 6 23310CA020025 1 23310CA020025 Discard

Nut 6 ASNA0045-100BCL 2 ASNA0045-100BCL Discard

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Designation Qty Product P/N CM Item

White Spirit A/R Off the shelf / 5

Methyl ethyl ketone A/R MEK / 6

Protective agent A/R Magic Bluer / 7

Abrasive paper No. 400 A/R Off the shelf / 8

MGB operating oil A/R / / 9

Designation Qty Tool P/N or equivalent Item

Roller with diameter 3.000mm

Roller with diameter 3.333mm