# Boeing Service Bulletin 737-78-1069: U.S. DOT/FAA - Service Information

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Commercial
Airplane
Group 737
Service Bulletin
Number: 737-78-1069
Date: February 28, 2002
Revision 4 June 16, 2005
ATA System: 7831
SUBJECT: EXHAUST - Thrust Reverser - Insulation Blanket Modification
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Table of Contents
Revision Transmittal Sheet .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 5
Summary .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 7
1. PLANNING INFORMATION .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  11
A. Effectivity .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  11
1. Airplanes   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  11
2. Spares Affected .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  21
B. Concurrent Requirements  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .   .  22
C. Reason .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  22
D. Description .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  22
E. Compliance.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .   .  .  .  .  23
F. Approval .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  23
G. Manpower   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .   .  .  .  .  24
H. Weight and Balance Changes  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  24
I. Electrical Load Data  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .   .  .  .  24
J. References .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .   .  .  .  .  25
1. Existing Data: .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  25
2. Data supplied with this Service Bulletin:   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  25
3. Installation Drawings Used in the Preparation of this Service Bulletin: .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  25
K. Publications Affected .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  25
L. Interchangeability and Intermixability of Parts  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  25
2. MATERIAL INFORMATION .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  27
A. Material - Price and Availability.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  27
B. Industry Support Information .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .   .  27
C. Parts Necessary For Each Airplane  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  27
1. Kits/Parts: .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  27
2. Parts and Materials Supplied by the Operator:  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  33
3. Parts Modified and Reidentified:   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  34
4. Parts Removed and Not Replaced: .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  34
D. Parts Necessary to Change Spares  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  34
E. Special Tooling - Price and Availability.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .   34
F. Special Tooling Necessary to do this Service Bulletin .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  35
3. ACCOMPLISHMENT INSTRUCTIONS .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  37
A. GENERAL INFORMATION   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  37
B. WORK INSTRUCTIONS .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  37
FIGURE  1:  THRUST REVERSER INSULATION BLANKET REMOVAL .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  40
FIGURE  2:  GROUP 1 AND GROUP 2 -  LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER UPPER AND LOWER
INSULATION BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REMOVAL .  .  .  .  42
FIGURE  3:   GROUP 1 AND GROUP 2 - LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER UPPER AND LOWER
INSULATION BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REPLACEMENT .  46
FIGURE  4:   GROUP 3 - LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER UPPER AND LOWER INSULATION
BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REMOVAL   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  50
FIGURE  5:   GROUP 3 - LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER UPPER AND LOWER INSULATION
BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REPLACEMENT   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  54
FIGURE  6:   LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER INSULATION BLANKET FASTENER GROMMET
ADDITION   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  58

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FIGURE  7:   LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER INSULATION BLANKET SKIN GROMMET
ADDITION .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .   . 62
FIGURE  8:   LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER INSULATION BLANKET SUPPORT
ATTACHMENTS - STUD BOLT AND CLICK-BOND ADDITION  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 67
FIGURE  9:   LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER INSULATION BLANKET INSTALLATION .  .  . 71
FIGURE  10:   THRUST REVERSER INSULATION BLANKET FASTENER AND SKIN GROMMET DRILL
AND DRILL GUIDE TOOLS .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 74
APPENDIX  A:   SKIN GROMMET INSTALLATION - TOOL SET-UP  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 75
APPENDIX  B:   ADHESIVE BONDED STUD - CLICK BOND FASTENER INSTALLATION  .  .  .  .  .  . 76

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Airplane
Group 737
Service Bulletin
Number: 737-78-1069 Revision Transmittal Sheet
Date: February 28, 2002
Revision 4 June 16, 2005
ATA System: 7831
SUBJECT: EXHAUST - Thrust Reverser - Insulation Blanket Modification
This revision includes all pages of the service bulletin.
COMPLIANCE INFORMATION RELATED TO THIS REVISION
No more work is necessary on airplanes changed as shown in Revision 3 of this service bulletin.
REASON FOR REVISION
Revision 4 is sent to move airplane YA531 from Group 2 to Group 3 and to add  three optional parting agents.
Airplane YA531 is moved from Group 2 to Group 3 in Paragraph 1.A., Effectivity, and three optional parting 
agents are added to Paragraph 2.C.2., Parts and Materials Supplied by the Operator and to Figure 9, Step 3.
The data given in Information Notice 737-78-1069 IN 03 and 737-78-1069 IN 04 is included in this revision.
Paragraph 1.A., Effectivity, shows changes of airplane operators.  Each operator should examine the Effectivity 
paragraph for changes
Vertical lines are put on the left edge of each page, except in Paragraph 1.A., Effectivity, to show the location 
of important changes.
Pages with no vertical lines have no important changes.
REVISION HISTORY
Original Release: February 28, 2002
Revision 1: June 13, 2002
Revision 2: February 6, 2003
Revision 3: August 5, 2004
Revision 4:  June 16, 2005

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Commercial
Airplane
Group 737
Service Bulletin
Number: 737-78-1069 Summary
Date: February 28, 2002
Revision 4 June 16, 2005
ATA System: 7831
SUBJECT: EXHAUST - Thrust Reverser - Insulation Blanket Modification
CONCURRENT REQUIREMENTS
Operators of Group 1 airplanes cannot make the changes given in this service bulletin unless service bulletin 
737-78-1063 has been incorporated.  Group 2 and Group 3 airplanes received the equivalent change to that 
given in 737-78-1063 before delivery.
BACKGROUND
Many operators have reported damaged insulation blankets on the engine thrust reverser halves.  Some 
operators have also reported wear damage and pitting on the forward end of the engine thrust links.  Boeing 
found that external air pressure can get under the insulation blankets and expand the blankets toward the 
engine.  This can result in wear damage to the insulation blankets, engine thrust links and other engine 
components. 
The change given in this bulletin corrects the chafe condition between the insulation blankets and the engine 
components.  It eliminates worn insulation blankets and worn engine components.
As part of a service bulletin validation program, this change was completed on one engine of airplane YD050 
by Service Bulletin 737-78-1069 Validation Copy 2 before the initial release of this service bulletin.  The change  
completed on airplane YD050 by Service Bulletin 737-78-1069 Validation Copy 2 is equivalent to the initial 
release of this service bulletin.  Airplane YD050 has the configuration of a Group 3 airplane. 
ACTION (PRR 38394)
This change installs more supports on the inner wall of the thrust reverser for the attachment of the insulation 
blankets.  New brackets are installed to attach the forward edge of the upper and lower insulation blankets.  
More attachment grommets are added to the blankets.  The blankets are sealed at the forward edge of the fan 
duct inner walls to prevent the flow of air under the blankets.

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EFFECTIVITY
737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900 Airplanes.  Refer to service bulletin Paragraph 1.A.1. for effectivity.
COMPLIANCE
No compliance time is given.
INDUSTRY SUPPORT INFORMATION
Boeing warranty remedies are available for airplanes in warranty as of October 7, 1999.  Please refer to 
Paragraph 2.B., Industry Support Information.
MANPOWER
MATERIAL INFORMATION
Boeing Supplied Kits/Parts
Refer to Paragraph 2.A., Material - Price and Availability.
                 Airplane Line Positions
Group 1   2 thru 20, 22 thru 40 and 172
Group 2   1, 21, 41 thru 171, 173 thru 346
Group 3   347 thru 700
      Total Elapsed Time
                      Airplanes  Man-Hours     (Hours)
Remove and Install Thrust Reversers 30.0 8.0
Part I - Changes 54.0 13.5
Part II - Changes 56.0 14.0

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TO FAN DUCT WALLS
ADD MORE BLANKET SUPPORTS
INSULATION BLANKETS AND
REWORK THE UPPER AND LOWER
LEFT SIDE SHOWN, RIGHT SIDE SIMILAR
FWD
REVERSER
THRUST
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Commercial
Airplane
Group 737
Service Bulletin
Number: 737-78-1069
Date: February 28, 2002
Revision 4 June 16, 2005
ATA System: 7831
SUBJECT: EXHAUST - Thrust Reverser - Insulation Blanket Modification
1. PLANNING INFORMATION
A. Effectivity
1. Airplanes
This service bulletin is for the airplanes shown below.  An equivalent change is on subsequent 
production airplanes.  Refer to PRR 38394 for data about this change.
Refer to Service Bulletin Index Document D6-19567 Part 3 for Airplane Variable Number, Line 
Number, and Serial Number data.
Airplane models:
737-600 737-700 737-700C 737-800
737-900
IDENTIFICATION BY CUSTOMER, CUSTOMER CODE, GROUP AND VARIABLE NUMBER
AIR ALGERIE  (ALG)
3 YD101–YD104
GROUP CONFIGURATION DESCRIPTION
1 - Airplanes use Kit Numbers 012A0020-1, 
012A0020-5 and 012A0020-6.  Boeing Service 
Bulletin 737-78-1063 must be done before or at 
the same time as this service bulletin.
2 - Airplanes use Kit Numbers 012A0020-1, 
012A0020-5 and 012A0020-6.  No concurrent 
requirements.
3 - Airplanes use Kit Number  012A0020-2.  No 
concurrent requirements.

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AIR BERLIN  (BER)
1Y C 0 5 1
2 YC052–YC058 YC701 YC703
3 YC059–YC064
AIR CHINA  (BEJ)
3 YA681–YA682 YC944–YC947 YC981–YC983
AIR CHINA CHONGQING BRANCH  (CHO)
2Y C 9 4 1
3 YC942–YC943
AIR EUROPA  (ARE)
2 YC761–YC763
3 YC764–YC770
AIR HORIZONS  (AHZ)
2Y C 7 0 4
3Y C 7 0 7
AIR MAURITANIE  (MAR)
1 YA302
AIR NATIONAL GUARD  (USK)
3Y G 0 6 7 Y G 0 6 9
AIR PACIFIC  (APC)
2 YA291 YC931–YC932
AIR SAHARA  (SAQ)
2 YA253–YA254 YA731 YG001
3 YC901–YC902
AIR SHAMROCK  (SHI)
2Y G 0 1 6
ALASKA AIRLINES  (ASA)
2 YA841
3 YA842–YA852 YD501–YD502
ALOHA AIRLINES  (ALO)
3 YA608 YA610 YA732–YA733
AMERICAN AIRLINES  (AAL)
2 YC801–YC816
3 YC817–YC848
AMIRI FLIGHT  (ABD)
2Y G 0 2 3
3Y G 0 2 6
ARAMCO ASSOCIATED COMPANY  (RAS)
3 YB151–YB152

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AUSTRIAN  (AUL)
2 YC381–YC382
3 YE171–YE172
BABCOCK & BROWN A/C MANAGEMENT  (BBB)
1Y A 2 5 2
BB FIVE, INC  (YIP)
3Y G 0 6 6
BBJ ONE  (BBI)
3Y G 0 6 8
BEL AIR LIMITED  (ULL)
2Y G 0 2 2
BNJ SALES COMPANY  (BNJ)
3 YG031 YG033 YG036 YG038
BOEING DEMONSTRATOR JET  (BCJ)
3Y G 0 7 1
BRAATHENS  (BRT)
1Y A 3 1 1
2Y A 5 4 3 Y A 5 4 5
3 YA547–YA548
BRITANNIA AIRWAYS  (BRI)
3 YD001–YD005
BWIA WEST INDIES AIRWAYS  (TTA)
3 YC136–YC141
CHARTWELL  (CHP)
2Y G 0 1 7
CHINA AIRLINES  (CHI)
2 YC571 YC574–YC580
3 YC581
CHINA EASTERN YUNNAN AIRLINES  (YUN)
2 YA811–YA814
COLOMBIAN AIR FORCE  (CLB)
2Y G 0 2 8
COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA  (GAU)
3Y G 0 7 2
CONTINENTAL AIRLINES  (CAL)
1 YA501–YA503
2 YA504–YA530 YC321–YC346
3 YA531–YA536 YC347–YC376

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COPA AIRLINES  (COP)
2 YA755–YA756
3 YA961–YA966
CYPRUS TURKISH AIRLINES (KTHY)  (KHT)
3 YD021–YD022
DALLAH AL BARAKA  (KAM)
3Y G 0 6 3
DELTA AIR LINES  (DAL)
2 YC601–YC608
3 YC609–YC624 YC681–YC691
DOBRO LIMITED  (DOB)
2Y G 0 0 8
DUBAI AIR WING  (DAW)
2Y G 0 0 7
EASYJET  (EZY)
3 YB101
EL AL ISRAEL AIRLINES  (ELA)
2 YA881 YC405 YC591–YC593
3 YA882
EXCEL AIRWAYS  (SBE)
2 YC111–YC112
3Y C 9 0 3 Y C 9 0 6
FORD AIR SERVICES  (FMC)
2 YA541–YA542
FUNAIR  (FUN)
2Y G 0 2 7
FUTURA  (FUA)
2Y C 4 0 7
3 YC451 YC461–YC466
GAMA AVIATION LTD  (GAV)
2Y G 0 1 0
GE CORPORATE AIR TRANSPORT  (GEB)
2Y G 0 0 3 Y G 0 1 2
GERMANIA  (GER)
1 YA231 YA233 YA235–YA240

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GOL AIRLINES  (GOT)
1 YA201–YA202 YA232 YA234 YA251
2 YA241–YA242 YA321 YA602 YA605
3 YA607 YA611–YA612
HAINAN AIRLINES  (HNA)
2 YA544 YA546 YA603–YA604 YA606
YC126–YC127 YC401 YC404 YC971
3 YC409 YC452 YC972 YD042–YD045
HAPAG-LLOYD FLUG  (HAP)
1 YC001–YC004
2 YC005–YC011
3 YC012–YC020
HI. HAMBURG INTERNATIONAL  (HAU)
2 YA574–YA577
3Y A 5 7 8
ICA BERMUDA  (IBL)
3Y G 0 6 2
JET AIRWAYS  (JPL)
2 YA751–YA754 YC402–YC403 YC731–YC734
3 YA609 YA621 YC735–YC736
JET AVIATION  (JTA)
2 YG015 YG021
KEVINAIR  (KVN)
3Y G 0 3 7
KLM - ROYAL DUTCH AIRLINES  (KLM)
2 YC781–YC783
3 YC784–YC791
KOREAN AIR  (KAL)
3 YC441–YC445 YD121–YD123
LAS VEGAS JET  (LVJ)
2Y G 0 0 2
LIMITED BRAND INC.  (LII)
2Y G 0 0 5
LINEAS AEREAS AZTECA  (AZX)
2Y A 6 0 1
MAERSK AIR  (MRS)
1Y A 2 0 3
2 YA204–YA206 YA571–YA573
3 YA207–YA208

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MID EAST JET  (SKL)
2 YG013–YG014
NATIONAL  (NJI)
3Y G 0 3 2
NEWS AMERICA INCORPORATED  (NWS)
2Y G 0 2 0
NOVAIR  (NOO)
2Y C 7 0 5
PEGASUS AIRLINES  (PGS)
2 YC391 YC406 YC572–YC573
3Y C 4 1 0 Y C 4 5 5
PICTON II  (UNU)
2Y G 0 0 6
PRIVATAIR  (PTS)
2Y G 0 1 8
3Y G 0 1 9 Y G 0 6 4
REPUBLIC OF CHINA AIR FORCE  (CAF)
3Y C 3 9 6
ROYAL AIR MAROC  (RAM)
2 YA831–YA832 YC301–YC302
3 YA833–YA834 YC303
ROYAL JET  (RJT)
3 YG024–YG025
ROYAL MALAYSIA AIR FORCE  (MAF)
3Y G 0 6 1
RYANAIR  (RYR)
2 YC471–YC474
3 YC475–YC480
SAS  (SAS)
1 YE002
2 YE001 YE003–YE015 YE101–YE109
3 YB001–YB006 YD041 YD046–YD050 YD081
YE016–YE020 YE051
SAUDI OGER  (SAO)
3Y G 0 7 3
SHANGHAI AIRLINES  (SHA)
1 YA312
2 YA272 YA313–YA314
3 YA891–YA892

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SHARE JET  (SJL)
3Y G 0 3 5
SHENZHEN AIRLINES  (SHZ)
2 YA721–YA722
3 YA801–YA803
SIGAIR  (SIG)
3Y G 0 3 4
SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS  (SAA)
3 YC708–YC711 YD023–YD024
SOUTHERN AIRCRAFT SERVICES  (HUZ)
2Y G 0 0 9
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES  (SWA)
1 YA002–YA011 YA024 YA301
2 YA001 YA012–YA023 YA025–YA043 YA271
3 YA044–YA084
STERLING EUROPEAN AIRLINES  (STR)
2 YC101–YC103 YC751–YC752
SUN COUNTRY AIRLINES  (SCA)
2 YC121
SUNEXPRESS  (SNS)
2 YC702 YC706
3 YC453
TBN AVIATION AVV  (TBE)
2Y G 0 2 9
TRACINDA CORP.  (TRD)
2Y G 0 0 4
TRANSAVIA AIRLINES  (TAV)
2 YC071–YC076
3 YC077–YC080
TRAVEL SERVIS  (TSF)
2 YC408
3 YC454
TUNISAIR  (TUN)
2 YE151–YE153
3 YE154–YE156 YG030
TURKISH AIRLINES  (THY)
2 YC501–YC513
3 YC514–YC522

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TUTOR-SALIBA CORPORATION  (TTS)
3Y G 0 7 0
UNITED STATES NAVY  (USN)
3 YG501–YG503
US AIR FORCE  (USF)
3Y G 0 7 4
VARIG AIRLINES  (VAR)
3 YA322
VENTURA AVIATION  (VTU)
2Y G 0 1 1
XIAMEN AIRLINES  (XIA)
2 YA701–YA704
3 YA705–YA706
IDENTIFICATION BY VARIABLE NUMBER
Variable  Group
YA001 2
YA002–YA011 1
YA012–YA023 2
YA024 1
YA025–YA043 2
YA044–YA084 3
YA201–YA203 1
YA204–YA206 2
YA207–YA208 3
YA231–YA240 1
YA241–YA242 2
YA251–YA252 1
YA253–YA254 2
YA271–YA272 2
YA291 2
YA301–YA302 1
YA311–YA312 1
YA313–YA314 2
YA321 2
YA322 3
YA501–YA503 1
YA504–YA530 2
YA531–YA536 3

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YA541–YA546 2
YA547–YA548 3
YA571–YA577 2
YA578 3
YA601–YA606 2
YA607–YA612 3
YA621 3
YA681–YA682 3
YA701–YA704 2
YA705–YA706 3
YA721–YA722 2
YA731 2
YA732–YA733 3
YA751–YA756 2
YA801–YA803 3
YA811–YA814 2
YA831–YA832 2
YA833–YA834 3
YA841 2
YA842–YA852 3
YA881 2
YA882 3
YA891–YA892 3
YA961–YA966 3
YB001–YB006 3
YB101 3
YB151–YB152 3
YC001–YC004 1
YC005–YC011 2
YC012–YC020 3
YC051 1
YC052–YC058 2
YC059–YC064 3
YC071–YC076 2
YC077–YC080 3
YC101–YC103 2
YC111–YC112 2
YC121 2
YC126–YC127 2
Variable  Group

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YC136–YC141 3
YC301–YC302 2
YC303 3
YC321–YC346 2
YC347–YC376 3
YC381–YC382 2
YC391 2
YC396 3
YC401–YC408 2
YC409–YC410 3
YC441–YC445 3
YC451–YC455 3
YC461–YC466 3
YC471–YC474 2
YC475–YC480 3
YC501–YC513 2
YC514–YC522 3
YC571–YC580 2
YC581 3
YC591–YC593 2
YC601–YC608 2
YC609–YC624 3
YC681–YC691 3
YC701–YC706 2
YC707–YC711 3
YC731–YC734 2
YC735–YC736 3
YC751–YC752 2
YC761–YC763 2
YC764–YC770 3
YC781–YC783 2
YC784–YC791 3
YC801–YC816 2
YC817–YC848 3
YC901–YC903 3
YC906 3
YC931–YC932 2
YC941 2
YC942–YC947 3
Variable  Group

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2. Spares Affected
Examine your spares supply for the parts or components identified in Paragraph 2.C., Parts 
Necessary for Each Airplane.  If any parts or components are found, refer to Paragraph 2.C. for 
the recommended use.
YC971 2
YC972 3
YC981–YC983 3
YD001–YD005 3
YD021–YD024 3
YD041–YD050 3
YD081 3
YD101–YD104 3
YD121–YD123 3
YD501–YD502 3
YE001 2
YE002 1
YE003–YE015 2
YE016–YE020 3
YE051 3
YE101–YE109 2
YE151–YE153 2
YE154–YE156 3
YE171–YE172 3
YG001–YG018 2
YG019 3
YG020–YG023 2
YG024–YG026 3
YG027–YG029 2
YG030–YG038 3
YG061–YG064 3
YG066–YG074 3
YG501–YG503 3
Variable  Group

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B. Concurrent Requirements
Operators of Group 1 airplanes cannot make the changes given in this service bulletin unless service 
bulletin 737-78-1063 has been incorporated.  Group 2 and Group 3 airplanes received the equivalent 
change to that given in 737-78-1063 before delivery.
C. Reason
Many operators have reported damaged insulation blankets on the engine thrust reverser halves.  
Some operators have also reported wear damage and pitting on the forward end of the engine thrust 
links.  Boeing found that external air pressure can get under the insulation blankets and expand the 
blankets toward the engine.  This can result in wear damage to the insulation blankets, engine thrust 
links and other engine components.
The change given in this bulletin corrects the chafe condition between the insulation blankets and the 
engine components.  It eliminates worn insulation blankets and worn engine components.
Revision 1 is sent to delete two items from Paragraph 2.C.2., Parts and Materials Supplied by the 
Operator and to change some of the information given in the QTY column in Figures 5 and 6.
Revision 2 is sent to tell operators that after the release of Revision 1 of this service bulletin it was 
found that the 012A0020-1 Top Kit does not contain all the necessary brackets.  The 012A0020-1 Top 
Kit is used for Group 1 and Group 2 airplanes.
The data given in Information Notice 737-78-1069 IN 01 is included in Revision 2.
After the release of Revision 2 of this service bulletin, errors were found in Figures 4, 5, 6 and 10.  
Revision 3 corrects the errors in Figures 4, 5, 6 and 10. 
The data given in Information Notice 737-78-1069 IN 02 is included in Revision 3.
Revision 4 is sent to move airplane YA531 from Group 2 to Group 3 and to add  three optional parting 
agents.
Airplane YA531 is moved from Group 2 to Group 3 in Paragraph 1.A., Effectivity, and three optional 
parting agents are added to Paragraph 2.C.2., Parts and Materials Supplied by the Operator and to 
Figure 9, Step 3.
The data given in Information Notice 737-78-1069 IN 03 and 737-78-1069 IN 04 is included in this 
revision.
As part of a service bulletin validation program, this change was completed on one engine of airplane 
YD050 by Service Bulletin 737-78-1069 Validation Copy 2 before the initial release of this service 
bulletin.  The change completed on airplane YD050 by Service Bulletin 737-78-1069 Validation Copy 
2 is equivalent to the initial release of this service bulletin.  Airplane YD050 has the configuration of a 
Group 3 airplane.
D. Description
More supports are installed on the inner wall of the thrust reverser for the attachment of the insulation 
blankets.  New brackets are installed to attach the forward edge of the upper and lower insulation 
blankets.  More attachment grommets are added to the blankets and the blankets are sealed at the 
forward edge of the fan duct inner walls.

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Revision 1 - no more work is necessary on airplanes changed as shown in the initial release of this 
service bulletin.
BMS 5-28, Type 6 or Type 7 Potting Compound and BMS 10-103, Type 1 Primer is not necessary and 
has been deleted from Paragraph 2.C.2., Parts and Materials Supplied by the Operator.   Some of the 
Bolt, Nut and Mylar Template quantities listed in the QTY column of Figures 5 and 6 have been 
changed.
Revision 2 - no more work is necessary on airplanes changed as shown in revision 1 of this service 
bulletin.
Revision 2 adds a new 012A0020-5 Top Kit that contains all the necessary parts for Group 1 and 
Group 2 airplanes.  Supplemental Kit, 012A0020-6 has been added for Group 1 and Group 2 airplane 
operators that have received the 012A0020-1 Top Kits.  The supplemental kit contains brackets, part 
numbers 315A2134-146 and 315A2134-152.  More instructions have been added to Figure 9, Step 3 
and Step 10.  The instructions are applicable to the fillet seal along the forward edge of the insulation 
blankets. 
Revision 3 - no more work is necessary on airplanes changed as shown in revision 2 of this service 
bulletin.
Revision 3 is sent to correct the quantity of bolts and nuts given in Figure 4, Step 3 and to change the 
reference for the upper bracket assembly, in Figure 5 graphic, from Step 2 to Step 3.  The part 
numbers of the Fastener Grommets given in the Table on the last page of Figure 6 have been 
corrected.  The Table related to Figure 10, second column, the three references to I.D. for the Drill 
Size have been changed to read O.D. The three references to O.D. for the Drill Guide size have been 
changed to read I.D.  Also, more information has been added to the Table in Paragraph 2.D., Parts 
Necessary to Change Spares.
Revision 4 - no more work is necessary on airplanes changed as given in Revision 3 of this service 
bulletin.
E. Compliance
No compliance time is given.
F. Approval
This service bulletin was examined by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The changes 
specified in this service bulletin comply with the applicable Federal Aviation Regulations
(14 CFR Part 25) and Joint Aviation Requirements (JAR-25) and are FAA/JAA approved. This service 
bulletin and FAA/JAA approval were based on the airplane in it's original Boeing delivery configuration 
or as modified by other FAA/JAA approved Boeing changes.
If an airplane has a non-Boeing modification or repair that affects a component or system also affected 
by this service bulletin, the operator is responsible for obtaining appropriate regulatory agency 
approval before incorporating this service bulletin.
Note: Joint Airworthiness Requirements (JAR) compliance status may be found in the Service Bulletin 
Index, Part 1.

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G. Manpower
The tables below show an estimate of the man-hours necessary to do this change for each airplane.  
This estimate is for direct labor only, done by an experienced crew.  Adjust the estimate with operator 
man-hour data if necessary.  The estimate does not include lost time.  These are some examples of 
lost time:
— Time to adjust to the workplace
— Time to schedule the work
— Time to examine the work
— Time to cure the materials
— Time to find the tools.
Note: It is not necessary to remove the thrust reversers to do this change but access is better if the 
thrust reversers are removed.  Add the times given in the table below, to the times given in this 
table if the thrust reversers are to be removed.
H. Weight and Balance Changes
I. Electrical Load Data
Not changed
                                     Thrust Reverser Removal and Installation (Optional)
                        Task    Number of Persons     Man-Hours  Elapsed Time (Hours)
Remove Thrust Reversers                  4          12.0                3.0
Install Thrust Reversers                  4          16.0                4.0
Test Thrust Reversers                  2            2.0                1.0
TOTAL FOR EACH  AIRPLANE          30.0                8.0
                                          PART I - Thrust Reverser Inner Wall Changes
                         Task   Number of Persons     Man-Hours  Elapsed Time (Hours)
Remove T/R Insulation  Blankets                 4          12.0                3.0
Remove Brackets                 4            6.0                1.5
Modify T/R Inner Walls                 4          12.0                3.0
Install Brackets                 4            8.0                2.0
Install Insulation Blankets                 4          16.0                4.0
TOTAL FOR EACH  AIRPLANE          54.0              13.5
                                            PART II - Thrust Reverser Blanket Changes
                          Task   Number of Persons     Man-Hours  Elapsed Time (Hours)
Modify Insulation Blankets                   4          56.0               14.0
TOTAL FOR EACH  AIRPLANE          56.0               14.0
  Change in Weight Change in Moment
         (Pounds)     (Pound-Inches)
            +2.0          +1,100.0

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J. References
1. Existing Data:
a. Engineering Change Memo PRR 38394
b. 737-600/-700/-800/-900 Maintenance Manual (AMM) Subjects 32-00-01, 78-31-01, 
78-31-13
c. 737-600/-700/-800/-900 Structural Repair Manual (SRM) Chapter 51 
d. Boeing Component Maintenance Manual 78-31-37 
e. Boeing Standard Overhaul Practices Manual (BSOPM) 20-10-06, 20-30-03, 20-41-04, 
20-44-04, 20-50-12, 20-50-19
f. Boeing Service Bulletin 737-78-1063
g. Boeing Service Letter 737-SL-78-042-A 
h. Boeing Document D6-19567, Service Bulletin Index 
i. Boeing Drawing 65-88700 
j. Darchem Engineering LTD, Document No. BOE 2, On Site Repair of Boeing Commercial 
Airplane Group Cres Insulation Blankets 
2. Data supplied with this Service Bulletin:
None.
3. Installation Drawings Used in the Preparation of this Service Bulletin:
None
K. Publications Affected
L. Interchangeability and Intermixability of Parts
Refer to Paragraph 2.C., Parts Necessary For Each Airplane, for interchangeability and intermixability 
information.
                         Publication            Chapter-Section
737 Maintenance Manual 78-31
737 Illustrated Parts Catalog 78-31
Component Maintenance Manual 78-31-37

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2. MATERIAL INFORMATION
A. Material - Price and Availability
Boeing can supply the kits shown in Paragraph 2.C., Parts Necessary For Each Airplane, and 
Paragraph 2.D., Parts Necessary to Change Spares, as shown below.  If there is a limit to the quantity 
(QTY) of available kits, a supply sequence is given by Spares.  More kits become available as shown 
in the Reorder Lead Time (ROLT).  ROLT is calculated from the date Boeing gets the purchase order.
The kits are subject to the terms and conditions of the Boeing standard purchase order 
acknowledgment.  After the Unit Price date, new price and ROLT data is applicable.  Prices are in 
United States dollars.  Terms: Net 30 days.
Send purchase orders and letters about the supply data to the Director of Spares and refer to this 
service bulletin number.
B. Industry Support Information
Boeing warranty remedies are available for 737 airplanes in warranty as of October 7, 1999.  For man-
hour reimbursement for airplanes in warranty as of that date, send a warranty claim to Boeing Product 
Assurance Contracts.  The kits for airplanes in warranty as of that date will be supplied at no charge.  
Send a purchase order for the kits to Boeing Spares.  Please refer to this service bulletin number and 
reference the airplane variable number in your purchase order.
C. Parts Necessary For Each Airplane
1. Kits/Parts:
To get the kits shown below, refer to Paragraph 2.A., Material - Price and Availability.
  ROLT Unit Price 
 Kit Number                                    Name   Date QTY (weeks)
012A0020-1 Top Kit - Thrust Reverser Blanket (a)(c)(e) 3/28/02    5      24 No Charge
012A0020-2 Top Kit - Thrust Reverser Blanket (b)(d) 4/11/01    1     24 No Charge
012A0020-5 Top Kit - Thrust Reverser Blanket (a)(f)(h) 6/15/03   20     24 No Charge
012A0020-6 Supplemental Kit - Thrust Reverser
Blanket
(a)(g)(h) 6/15/03   20     24 No Charge
   (a) This kit is used for Group 1 and Group 2 Airplanes.
   (b) This kit is used for Group 3 Airplanes.
   (c) 5 Kits available to ship every other week through 5/12/03 (175 kits total).
   (d) 5 Kits available to ship every other week through 5/19/02 (175 kits total).
   (e) Supplemental Kit 012A0020-6 is also necessary with this Top Kit.
   (f) This kit replaces Top Kit 012A0020-1 plus Supplemental Kit 012A0020-6.
   (g) This Supplemental Kit, is used with Top Kit 012A0020-1.
   (h) 20 Kits available to ship every week.

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Note: One Top Kit is necessary for each airplane
               012A0020                   KIT  - THRUST REVERSER BLANKET
-8 -7 -6 -5 -4 -3 -2 -1
                Quantity  Part Number                           Name
  .   .   .   .  .   .  .   - 012A0020-1 (a)(b) Top Kit - Thrust Reverser Blanket - 
Group 1 and 2 Airplanes
  .   .   .   .  .   .  -   . 012A0020-2 (a)(b) Top Kit - Thrust Reverser Blanket - 
Group 3 Airplanes
  .   .   .   .  .   -  .  2 012A0020-3 Kit - Engine
  .  .  .  . -   . 2  .0 1 2 A 0 0 2 0 - 4 K i t  -  E n g i n e
  .   .   .   -  .   .  .   . 012A0020-5 (a)(b) Top Kit - Thrust Reverser Blanket - 
Group 1 and 2 Airplanes
  .   .   -   .  .   .  .   . 012A0020-6 Supplemental Kit - Thrust Reverser Blanket - 
Group 1 and 2 Airplanes
  .   -   .  2   .    .  .   . 012A0020-7 Kit - Engine
  -   .  2   .  .   .  .   . 012A0020-8 Kit - Engine - Supplemental
  .  1   .   .  1  1  .   . 315A2140-103 Kit - Upper LH Thrust Reverser
  .  1   .   .  1  1  .   . 315A2140-104 Kit - Upper RH Thrust Reverser
  .  1   .   .  1  1  .   . 315A2140-105 Kit - Lower LH Thrust Reverser
  .  1   .   .  1  1  .   . 315A2140-106 Kit - Lower RH Thrust Reverser
  .   .   .   .  .  1  .   . 315A2140-107 Kit - LH Thrust Reverser Inner  - 
Wall Bond Assembly
  .   .   .   .  .  1  .   . 315A2140-108 Kit - RH Thrust Reverser Inner - 
Wall Bond Assembly
  .   .   .   .  1   .  .   . 315A2140-109 Kit - LH Thrust Reverser Inner  - 
Wall Bond Assembly
  .   .   .   .  1   .  .   . 315A2140-110 Kit - RH Thrust Reverser Inner - 
Wall Bond Assembly
  .  1   .   .  1  1  .   . 315A2140-111 Kit - LH Thrust Reverser -  Blanket Installation
  .  1   .   .  1  1  .   . 315A2140-112 Kit - RH Thrust Reverser - Blanket Installation
 1   .   .   .   .   .  .   . 315A2140-113 Kit Supplemental - LH Thrust Reverser -  
Blanket Installation
 1   .   .   .  .   .  .   . 315A2140-114 Kit Supplemental - RH Thrust Reverser -  
Blanket Installation
  .  1   .   .  .   .  .   . 315A2140-115 Kit - LH Thrust Reverser Inner  - 
Wall Bond Assembly 
  .  1   .   .  .   .  .   . 315A2140-116 Kit - RH Thrust Reverser Inner - 
Wall Bond Assembly
   (a) The kit has more parts than are necessary for installation.  Discard parts that are not used or 
keep the parts for spares.
   (b) If grip length shown is not available at Boeing, fasteners supplied in kits may be one grip length 
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  315A2140                                 SUB KIT - THRUST REVERSER BLANKET 
-112 -111 -110 -109 -108 -107 -106 -105 -104 -103
                                      Quantity      Part Number           Name
   .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    - 315A2140-103 Kit - Upper LH TR
Blanket
   .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    -    . 315A2140-104 Kit - Upper RH TR 
Blanket
   .    .    .    .    .    .    .    -    .    . 315A2140-105 Kit - Lower LH TR
Blanket
   .     .    .    .    .    .    -    .    .    . 315A2140-106 Kit - Lower RH TR
Blanket
   .    .    .    .    .     -    .    .    .    . 315A2140-107 Kit - LH TR Inner 
Wall Bond Assembly 
(Group 1 and 2 
airplanes)
   .     .    .    .    -    .    .    .    .    . 315A2140-108 Kit -  RH TR Inner 
Wall Bond Assembly
Group 1 and 2 
airplanes)
   .    .    .    -    .    .    .    .    .    . 315A2140-109 Kit - LH TR Inner 
Wall Bond Assembly
(Group 3 airplanes) 
   .    .    -    .     .    .    .    .    .    . 315A2140-110 Kit - RH TR Inner 
Wall Bond Assembly
(Group 3 airplanes) 
   .    -    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    . 315A2140-111 Kit - LH TR Blanket
Instl
   -    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    . 315A2140-112 Kit - RH TR Blanket
Instl
   .    .    .   1    .    .    .    .    .    . 315A2134-146 Bracket Assembly
   .    .    .   1    .       .    .    .    .    . 315A2134-147 Bracket Assembly
   .    .    .   1    .    .    .    .    .    . 315A2134-148 Bracket Assembly
   .    .    1    .    .    .    .    .    .    . 315A2134-152 Bracket Assembly
   .    .   1    .    .    .    .    .    .    . 315A2134-153 Bracket Assembly
   .    .   1    .    .    .    .    .    .    . 315A2134-154 Bracket Assembly
   .    .    .    .    .    .   3   3   7   7 315A2141-1 Grommet
   .    .    .    .    .    .   3   3   7   7 315A2141-2 Grommet
   .    .    .    .    .    .   2   2   3   3 315A2141-3 Grommet
   .    .    .    .    .    .   2   2   3   3 315A2141-4 Grommet
   .    .    .    .    .    .   2   2   2   2 315A2141-5 Grommet
   .    .    .    .    .    .   2   2   2   2 315A2141-6 Grommet
   .    .    .    .    .    .  11  11   7   7 315A2141-7 Washer
   .    .    .    .    .    .     .    .    .   1 315A2143-1 Mylar Template
   .    .    .    .    .    .    .     .   1    . 315A2143-2 Mylar Template

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   .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .   1 315A2143-3 Mylar Template
   .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .   1    . 315A2143-4 Mylar Template
   .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .   1 315A2143-5 Mylar Template
   .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .   1    . 315A2143-6 Mylar Template
   .    .    .    .    .    .    .   1    .    . 315A2143-7 Mylar Template
   .    .    .    .     .    .   1    .    .    . 315A2143-8 Mylar Template
   .    .    .    .    .    .    .   1    .    . 315A2143-9 Mylar Template
   .    .    .    .    .    .   1    .    .    . 315A2143-10 Mylar Template
   .    .    .    .    .    .    .   1    .    . 315A2143-11 Mylar Template
   .    .    .    .    .     .   1    .    .    . 315A2143-12 Mylar Template
   .      .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .   1 315A2143-13 Mylar Template
   .    .    .    .       .    .    .    .   1    . 315A2143-14 Mylar Template
   .    .    .    .    .    .    .   1    .    . 315A2143-15 Mylar Template
   .     .    .    .     .    .   1    .    .    . 315A2143-16 Mylar Template
   .    .    .    .    .    .    .   1    .    . 315A2143-17 Mylar Template
   .    .    .    .    .    .   1    .    .    . 315A2143-18 Mylar Template
   .    .    .    .    .   1    .    .     .    . 315A2144-5 Bracket Assembly
   .    .    .     .   1    .    .    .    .    . 315A2144-6 Bracket Assembly
   .      .    .    .    .   1    .    .    .    . 315A2144-7 Bracket Assembly
   .    .    .    .    1    .    .    .    .    . 315A2144-8 Bracket Assembly
   .    .    .   1    .   1    .    .    .    . 315A2176-2 Foam Block
   .    .     .   1    .   1    .    .    .    . 315A2176-3 Foam Block
   .    .   1    .   1    .    .    .    .    .  315A2176-4 Foam Block
   .    .   1    .   1    .    .    .    .    . 315A2176-5 Foam Block
   .    .   3   3   3   3    .    .    .    . 315A2177-3 Bolt
   .    .    .    .    .     .   5   5   3   3 315W1652-1 Washer
   .    .    .    .    .    .   2   2   2   2 315W1652-13 Washer  
   .     .    .     .    .    .   2   2   2   2 315W1652-18 Grommet
   .    .    .    .    .    .   5   5   3   3 315W1652-24 Grommet
   .    .     .    .    2   2    .    .    .    . BACB30NY6K19 Bolt
   .    .    .    .    4   4    .    .    .    . BACB30NY6K20 Bolt
   .    .    .    .  15  15    .    .    .    . BACB30NY6K21 Bolt
   .    .    .    .  11  11    .    .    .    . BACB30NY6K22 Bolt
   .    .    .    .   4   4    .    .    .    . BACB30NY6K23 Bolt
   .    .    .    .   1   1    .    .    .    . BACB30NY6K24 Bolt
   .    .    .      .   1   1    .    .    .    . BACB30NY8K17 Bolt
   .    .   1   1   2   2    .    .    .    . BACB30NY8K18 Bolt
  315A2140                                 SUB KIT - THRUST REVERSER BLANKET 
-112 -111 -110 -109 -108 -107 -106 -105 -104 -103
                                      Quantity      Part Number           Name

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   .    .   2   2   9   9    .    .    .    . BACB30NY8K19 Bolt
   .    .  10  10   3   3    .    .    .    . BACB30NY8K20 Bolt
   .    .   6   6   3   3    .    .    .    . BACB30NY8K21 Bolt
   .    .  12  12   9   9    .    .    .    . BACB30NY8K22 Bolt
   .    .   1   1    .    .    .    .    .    . BACB30NY8K22X Bolt
   .    .  17  17   2   2    .     .    .    . BACB30NY8K23 Bolt
   .    .   2   2    .    .    .    .    .    . BACB30NY8K23X Bolt
   .    .   3   3   1   1    .    .    .    . BACB30NY8K24 Bolt
   .    .   1   1    .    .    .    .    .    . BACB30NY8K24X Bolt
   .    .   2   2    .    .    .    .    .    . BACB30NY8K25 Bolt
 16  16    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    . BACN10YR3C Nut
   .    .    .    .  20  20    .    .    .    . BACN10YT3CD Nut
   .    .  33  33  18  18    .    .    .    . BACN10YT4CD Nut
 10  10    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    . BACS12GU3K10 Screw
  5   5    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    . BACS12GU3K12 Screw
 16  16    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    . BACS12GU3K16 Screw
   .    .   3   3   3   3    .    .    .    . BACW10EC3C Washer
 39  39    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    . BACW10P399CD Washer
 47  47   3   3   3   3    .    .    .    . BACW10P458CD Washer
   .    .   9   9   9   9    .    .    .    . CB4017C3CRA12R Click Bond Stud
Fastener
   .    .   3   3   3   3    .    .    .    . RH30C3NL Nut
   .    .    .    .    .    .   2   2   2   2 NAS1398C6A10 Rivet
   .    .    .    .    .    .   5   5   3   3 NAS1398C6A12 Rivet
 39  39    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    . 0090-13365 Nut, Self Locking
     315A2140 SUB KIT - THRUST REVERSER BLANKET
-116 -115 -114 -113
          Quantity      Part Number           Name
   .    .    .    - 315A2140-113 Kit - Supplemental -
LH TR Blanket Instl
   .    .    -    . 315A2140-114 Kit - Supplemental -
RH TR Blanket Instl
   .    -    .    . 315A2140-115 Kit - LH TR Blanket
Instl
   -    .    .    . 315A2140-116 Kit - RH TR Blanket
Instl
  315A2140                                 SUB KIT - THRUST REVERSER BLANKET 
-112 -111 -110 -109 -108 -107 -106 -105 -104 -103
                                      Quantity      Part Number           Name

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   .   1    .   1 315A2134-146 Bracket Assembly
  1    .   1    . 315A2134-152 Bracket Assembly
   .   1    .    .  315A2144-5 Bracket Assembly
  1    .    .    . 315A2144-6 Bracket Assembly
   .   1    .    . 315A2144-7 Bracket Assembly
  1    .    .    . 315A2144-8 Bracket Assembly
   .   1    .    . 315A2176-2 Foam Block
   .   1    .    . 315A2176-3 Foam Block
  1    .    .    . 315A2176-4 Foam Block
  1    .    .    . 315A2176-5 Foam Block
  3   3    .    . 315A2177-3 Bolt
  2   2    .    . BACB30NY6K19 Bolt
  4   4    .    . BACB30NY6K20 Bolt
 15  15    .    . BACB30NY6K21 Bolt
 11  11    .    . BACB30NY6K22 Bolt
  4   4    .    . BACB30NY6K23 Bolt
  1   1    .    . BACB30NY6K24 Bolt
  1   1    .    . BACB30NY8K17 Bolt
  2   2    .    . BACB30NY8K18 Bolt
  9   9    .    . BACB30NY8K19 Bolt
  3   3    .    . BACB30NY8K20 Bolt
  3   3    .    . BACB30NY8K21 Bolt
  9   9    .    . BACB30NY8K22 Bolt
  2   2    .     . BACB30NY8K23 Bolt
  1   1    .    . BACB30NY8K24 Bolt
 20  20    .    . BACN10YT3CD Nut
 18  18    .    . BACN10YT4CD Nut
  3   3    .    . BACW10EC3C Washer
  3   3    .    . BACW10P458CD Washer
  9   9    .    . CB4017C3CRA12R Click Bond Stud
Fastener
  3   3    .    . RH30C3NL Nut
     315A2140 SUB KIT - THRUST REVERSER BLANKET
-116 -115 -114 -113
          Quantity      Part Number           Name

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2. Parts and Materials Supplied by the Operator:
      QTY                       Part Number/Specification                    Name
Kit  16 BMS 5-63, Type II, Class B1/2 or B4 (a) Sealant (2.5 Ounce Kit)
Quart   1 BMS 5-141 (a)  (b) Adhesive
Tube   4 RTV 106 (BAC 5010, Type 74 Adhesive) (a)  (c) Adhesive (6 Ounce tube)
Quart   1 598-5002 or
AZ-534-2B (optional) or
AZ-634-2 (optional) or 
Partall Coverall Film (optional)
(a)  (d)
(a)  (f)
(a)  (f)
(a)  (g)
Parting Agent
Kit   1 463-6-4 (a)  (e) Aluminized Epoxy Primer
(a) See the Qualified Products List at the end of the 
Boeing Material Specification (BMS) for supplier 
data.
(b) Dexter Hysol Aerospace Inc.                 (V33564)
2850 Willow Pass Road                          
PO Box 312                                                                
Pittsburg, California 94565-3237
(c) General Electric Company                    (V01139)                    
Silicon Products Business Department              
Hudson River Road                                        
Waterford, New York 12188
(d) Lilly Industries, Inc.                               (V17359)       
13535 Monster Road South                              
Seattle, Washington 98178
(e) AKZO Nobel Aerospace Coatings      (VOKXA5)
1 East Water Street
Waukegan, Illinois 60085
(f) Aztec Chemical Inc.                            (0A3C8)
10770 Lower Azusa Road
El Monte, California  91731
(g) Rexco Chemical Company                 (17629)
879 Davis Drive SE
Conyers, Georgia  30094

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3. Parts Modified and Reidentified:
The parts shown below are changed as shown in this service bulletin.  Quantity (QTY) is the 
number of parts changed on each airplane.
4. Parts Removed and Not Replaced:
None.
D. Parts Necessary to Change Spares
To get the kits shown below, refer to Paragraph 2.A., Material - Price and Availability.
E. Special Tooling - Price and Availability
The operator can supply the tools shown in Paragraph 2.F., Special Tooling Necessary to do this 
Service Bulletin.  The tools are available from the supplier as shown in Paragraph 2.F.  Tool price and 
supply data are not given.
Existing Part 
Number QTY Name New Part Number Notes
S315A213-43 2 Insulation Blanket, Upper LH S315A213-49 (a) (b) (e)
S315A213-44 2 Insulation Blanket, Upper RH S315A213-50 (a) (b) (e)
S315A213-45 2 Insulation Blanket, Lower LH S315A213-51 (a) (b) (e)
S315A213-46 2 Insulation Blanket, Lower RH S315A213-52 (a) (b) (e)
(a)  Make the change given in this service bulletin.
(b) The function, fit, and dimensions of the changed part and the new part are equivalent but 
not fully the same.
(c) This is the part number after the change given in this service bulletin.
(d) The operator can use the new part number to identify the changed part.
(e) Do not use the existing part to replace the new or changed part..
 QTY     Part Number                          Name
    1 012A0020-7 Kit - Engine
    1 315A2140-103 Kit - Upper LH Thrust Reverser Blanket
    1 315A2140-104 Kit - Upper RH Thrust Reverser Blanket
    1 315A2140-105 Kit - Lower LH Thrust Reverser Blanket
    1 315A2140-106 Kit - Lower RH Thrust Reverser Blanket

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F. Special Tooling Necessary to do this Service Bulletin
To get the tools shown below, refer to Paragraph 2.E., Special Tooling - Price and Availability.  
Maintenance and overhaul tools in the manuals shown in Paragraph 1.J., References, can also be 
necessary.  Examine operator tool supply to make sure all necessary tools are available.  
                 Tool Number                           Name                    Notes
T-29057-301    Grommet Setting Tool, Full Diameter 0.340 Inch Inside Diameter 
T-29057-305 (optional to -301)    Grommet Setting Tool, 1/4 Diameter 0.340 Inch Inside Diameter 
T-29058-301    Grommet Setting Tool, Full Diameter 0.460 Inch Inside Diameter
T-29058-305 (optional to -301)    Grommet Setting Tool, 1/4 Diameter 0.460 Inch Inside Diameter
Hi Temp Insulation Inc.  (V25167)
4700 Calle Alto
Camarillo, Ca 93012

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3. ACCOMPLISHMENT INSTRUCTIONS
A. GENERAL INFORMATION
CAUTION: KEEP THE WORK AREA, WIRES AND ELECTRICAL BUNDLES CLEAN OF METAL
PARTICLES OR CONTAMINATION WHEN YOU USE TOOLS.  UNWANTED
MATERIAL, METAL PARTICLES OR CONTAMINATION CAUGHT IN WIRE BUNDLES
CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE BUNDLES.  DAMAGED WIRE BUNDLES CAN CAUSE
SPARKS OR OTHER ELECTRICAL DAMAGE.
Note:
1. Manual titles are referred to by acronyms.  Refer to Paragraph 1.J., References, for 
definition of the acronyms.
2. Obey all of the warnings and cautions given in the specified manual sections.
3. The work instructions are divided into two parts.   
Part I gives instructions to remove the insulation blankets, make a modification to the inner 
walls of each thrust reverser half and install changed insulation blankets on each thrust 
reverser half. 
Part II gives instructions for the rework of the insulation blankets for the thrust reverser 
halves.
It is not necessary to rework the existing insulation blankets if operators get the new type 
insulation blankets (with more grommets).
4. Unless shown differently, these dimensions and tolerances are used:
— Linear dimensions are in inches
— Tolerance on linear dimensions, other than rivet and bolt edge margins, is plus or 
minus 0.03 inch.
— Torque limits to tighten nuts and bolts are given in 737 Structural Repair Manual, 
Chapter 51.
5. For approved fastener and process material substitutions, refer to 737 Structural Repair 
Manual, Chapter 51,  Alternate fasteners are given in 737 Structural Repair Manual 
Chapter 51 and Boeing Drawing 65-88700.
6. If the length of fasteners specified in this service bulletin do not meet the installation 
standards, fasteners of the same specification, or an approved substitute, one grip length 
longer or shorter may be used.
B. WORK INSTRUCTIONS
Part I - All Airplane Groups - Remove the insulation blankets from the thrust reverser halves, make a 
modification to the inner wall of each thrust reverser half.  Install the insulation blankets on each thrust 
reverser half. 
1. Make sure the landing gear ground lock pins are installed.  Refer to 737-600/700/800/900 AMM 
32-00-01.

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2. Make sure that the wheel chocks for the main landing gear are in place.
WARNING: DO THESE SPECIFIED TASKS IN THE CORRECT SEQUENCE BEFORE YOU OPEN
THE THRUST  REVERSER: RETRACT THE LEADING EDGE, DO THE
DEACTIVATION  PROCEDURES FOR THE LEADING EDGE AND THE THRUST
REVERSER (FOR GROUND MAINTENANCE), AND OPEN THE FAN COWL PANELS.
IF YOU DO NOT OBEY THE ABOVE SEQUENCE, INJURIES TO PERSONS AND
DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT CAN OCCUR.
3. Open the number 1 and number 2 engine thrust reversers.  Refer to 737-600/700/800/900 AMM 
78-31-00.
4. Make a decision  to remove or not to remove the number 1 and number 2 engine thrust reversers.  
Note: It is not necessary to remove the thrust reversers but access will be better if the thrust 
reversers are removed.
5. Remove the upper and lower insulation blankets from each thrust reverser half.  Refer to 
737-600/700/800/900 AMM 78-31-13 and Figure 1.
Note: Remove the upper insulation blanket then remove the lower insulation blanket on each 
thrust reverser half.  Be careful not to damage the insulation blankets because the same 
blankets will be installed after they are modified.
6. Remove and discard the attachment brackets for the blankets from the forward edge of each 
bonded panel assembly.  Group 1 and 2 airplanes refer to Figure 2.  Group 3 airplanes refer to 
Figure 4.
7. Install 2 new brackets and 1 foam block on the forward edge of the upper blanket on each thrust 
reverser half.  Install 1 new bracket and 1 foam block on the forward edge of the lower blanket 
on each thrust reverser half.  Group 1 and 2 airplanes refer to Figure 3.  Group 3 airplanes refer 
to Figure 5. 
8. Change the insulation blankets.  Add more fastener grommets and new skin grommets.  Refer to 
Part II Work Instructions.
Note: Operators can make the changes to the insulation blankets given in Part II, or as an option, 
new type insulation blankets (with more grommets) can be installed.
9. Use the added fastener grommet holes in the changed or new insulation blankets as a template 
and transfer (mark) each new grommet hole location on the inner wall of each thrust reverser half.  
Install 2 stud bolts and 8 new click bond stud fasteners on the inner wall of each half of each thrust 
reverser.  Refer to Figure 8 and Appendix B.
10. Install the changed insulation blankets on the inner wall of the thrust reversers.  Seal the leading 
edge of each blanket on each thrust reverser half with BMS 5-63 sealant.  Refer to Figure 9 and 
737-600/700/800/900 AMM 78-31-13. 
Note: Install the lower insulation blanket then install the upper insulation blanket on each thrust 
reverser half.
WARNING: OBEY THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE PROCEDURE TO CLOSE THE THRUST
REVERSERS.  IF YOU DO NOT OBEY THE INSTRUCTIONS, INJURIES TO

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PERSONS AND DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT CAN OCCUR.
11. If the thrust reversers for the number 1 and number 2 engines were removed, install the thrust 
reversers.  Refer to 737-600/700/800/900 AMM 78-31-01.
12. Close the number 1 and number 2 engine thrust reversers.  Refer to 737-600/700/800/900 AMM 
78-31-00.
13. If the thrust reversers for the number 1 and number 2 engines were removed, do the Thrust 
Reverser Normal Operation Test.  Refer to 737-600/700/800/900 AMM 78-31-01.
14. Put the airplane back to a serviceable condition.
Part II - All Airplane Groups - Make a modification to the LH and RH upper and lower insulation 
blankets for each thrust reverser half.
CAUTION: USE BREATHING AND EYE PROTECTION WHEN HOLES ARE MADE AND
GROMMETS ARE INSTALLED IN INSULATION BLANKETS.  WEAR APPROVED
DUST MASK TO AVOID BREATHING DUST AND FIBER PARTICLES AND WEAR
SAFETY GLASSES. 
1. Use mylar templates contained in kits to locate, mark, make holes for and install 9 more fastener 
grommets in each upper insulation blanket and 4 more fastener grommets in each lower 
insulation blanket.  Refer to Figure 6 and Figure 10.
Note: Replace insulation blankets that are damaged more than the repair limits.  Refer to 
737-600/700/800/900 AMM 78-31-13.
2. Use mylar templates contained in kits to locate, mark, make holes for and install 3 skin grommets 
in each upper insulation blanket and 5 skin grommets in each lower insulation blanket.  Refer to 
Figure 7, Figure 10 and Appendix A.

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FIGURE  1:  THRUST REVERSER INSULATION BLANKET REMOVAL
LEFT SIDE SHOWN, RIGHT SIDE SIMILAR
27 PLACES
FWD
THRUST REVERSER
8
3
6
6
6
5
5
5
44
4
1
1
1
7
4 3
1
1
2
V39529
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The step numbers shown below agree with the numbers shown in the circle symbols in the figure.
The QTY numbers shown below are the numbers of parts necessary for each thrust reverser half.
STEP     TASK            NAME     PART NUMBER QTY                   NOTES
1 Cut / 
Remove
Adhesive (Silicone) RTV106 - From the gap between the 
compression pad and blanket
cutout, 6 places.
2 Remove /
Discard
Nut 0090-13365 27
Washer 315W1163-54 27
3 Remove /
Discard 
Screw BACS12GU3K10 6
Washer 315W1163-26 6
4 Remove /
Discard
Screw BACS12GU3K12 4
Washer 315W1163-26 4
5 Remove /
Discard
Nut BACN10YR3C 14
Washer 315W1163-26 14
6 Remove /
Discard
Screw BACS12GU3K16 14
Washer 315W1163-26 14
7 Remove /
Keep
Upper Insulation
Blanket (Left Side)
S315A213-43 1 Refer to 737-600/700/800/900
AMM 78-31-13.
Upper Insulation
Blanket (Right Side)
S315A213-44 1
Note: Remove the upper insulation blanket then remove the lower insulation blanket.  
          Take care not to damage blanket.
8 Remove /
Keep
Lower Insulation
Blanket (Left Side)
S315A213-45 1 Refer to 737-600/700/800/900
AMM 78-31-13.
Lower Insulation
Blanket (Right Side)
S315A213-46 1
Note:  Remove the upper insulation blanket then remove the lower insulation blanket.  
 Take care not to damage blanket.
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FIGURE 2: GROUP 1 AND GROUP 2 - LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER UPPER AND LOWER 
INSULATION BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REMOVAL
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FIGURE  2:  GROUP 1 AND GROUP 2 -  LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER UPPER AND LOWER 
INSULATION BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REMOVAL
LEFT SIDE SHOWN, RIGHT SIDE SIMILAR
BRACKET
SUPPORT
FWD
THRUST REVERSER
SEE A
V39530
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FIGURE 2: GROUP 1 AND GROUP 2 - LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER UPPER AND LOWER 
INSULATION BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REMOVAL
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BOLT, NUT
BOLT, NUT
BOLT, NUT
BOLT, NUT
NAC STA
204.5650
BOLT, NUT
BOLT, NUT
(2 PLACES)
BOLT, NUT
(2 PLACES)
ASSEMBLY
BRACKET
ASSEMBLY
BRACKET
BOLT, NUT
BOLT, NUT
BOLT, NUT
BOLT, NUT
ASSEMBLY
BRACKET
V-BLADE SEAL
ASSEMBLY
BRACKET
10 15
7 14
9
8
7
5 13
1 12
A
11
10
2
5
4
6
1
3
V39586
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INSULATION BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REMOVAL
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The step numbers shown below agree with the numbers shown in the circle symbols in the figure.
The QTY numbers shown below are the numbers of parts necessary for each thrust reverser half.
STEP TASK NAME PART NUMBER QTY NOTES
1 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K20 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
Bracket Assembly 315A2134-13 1
2 Remove /
 Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K21 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
3 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY6K21 3
Nut BACN10YT3CD 3
4 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY6K21 2
Nut BACN10YT3CD 2
5 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K20 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
Bracket Assembly 315A2134-13 1
6 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K21 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
7 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K20 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
Bracket Assembly 315A2134-13 1
8 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K21 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
9 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY6K21 2
Nut BACN10YT3CD 2
10 Remove /
 Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K20 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
Bracket Assembly 315A2134-13 1
11 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K21 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
12 Install Bolt BACB30NY8K19  (a) 2 Install wet with BMS 5-63 
sealant.  Refer to 
SOPM 20-50-19, Method 3.
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
13 Install Bolt BACB30NY8K19  (a) 2 Install wet with BMS 5-63 
sealant.  Refer to 
SOPM 20-50-19, Method 3.
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
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INSULATION BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REMOVAL
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a.  If necessary, use bolts with grip lengths one or two sizes longer or shorter to make allowance for different
     thickness of the inner wall material.
14 Install Bolt BACB30NY8K19  (a) 2 Install wet with BMS 5-63 
sealant.  Refer to 
SOPM 20-50-19, Method 3.
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
15 Install Bolt BACB30NY8K19  (a) 2 Install wet with BMS 5-63 
sealant.  Refer to 
SOPM 20-50-19, Method 3.
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
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INSULATION BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REPLACEMENT
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FIGURE  3:   GROUP 1 AND GROUP 2 - LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER UPPER AND LOWER 
INSULATION BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REPLACEMENT
LEFT SIDE SHOWN, RIGHT SIDE SIMILAR
BRACKET
SUPPORT
FWD
SEE A
V39621
THRUST REVERSER
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INSULATION BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REPLACEMENT
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(3 PLACES)
BOLT, NUT
(2 PLACES)
BOLT, NUT
(2 PLACES)
BOLT, NUT
(2 PLACES)
BOLT, NUT
(2 PLACES)
BOLT, NUT
(2 PLACES)
BOLT, NUT
(2 PLACES)
BOLT, NUT
FOAM BLOCK
FOAM BLOCK
ASSEMBLY
BRACKET
ASSEMBLY
BRACKET
V-BLADE SEAL
ASSEMBLY
BRACKET
NAC STA
204.5650
FWD
7
6
5
4
3
2
5
2
8
9
1
1
A
V39627
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INSULATION BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REPLACEMENT
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The step numbers shown below agree with the numbers shown in the circle symbols in the figure.
The QTY numbers shown below are the numbers of parts necessary for each thrust reverser half.
STEP TASK NAME PART NUMBER QTY NOTES
1 Install Bracket Assembly 315A2134-146 1 Left thrust reverser half
Bracket Assembly 315A2134-152 1 Right thrust reverser half
Bolt, Upper BACB30NY8K21(a)(b) 1 Install wet with BMS 5-63 sealant.
Refer to SOPM 20-50-19,
Method 3.
Bolt, Lower BACB30NY8K22  (a) 1
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
Note:  1. Install bracket flush with V-Blade.
           2. Apply BMS 5-63 fay surface seal between bracket and inner V-Blade.
               Refer to SOPM 20-50-19. 
2 Install Bracket Assembly 315A2144-7 1 Left thrust reverser half
315A2144-8 1 Right thrust reverser half
Bolt BACB30NY6K22  (a) 3 Install wet with BMS 5-63 sealant.
Refer to SOPM 20-50-19, 
Method 3.
Nut BACN10YT3CD 3 Torque to 25-35 Inch Pounds.
Note:  1. Install bracket flush with V-Blade.
           2. Apply BMS 5-63 fay surface seal between bracket and inner V-Blade.  
               Refer to SOPM 20-50-19. 
3 Install Bolt BACB30NY6K22  (a) 2 Install wet with BMS 5-63 sealant.
Refer to SOPM 20-50-19, 
Method 3.
Nut BACN10YT3CD 2 Torque to 25-35 Inch Pounds.
4 Install Bolt BACB30NY8K22  (a) 2 Install wet with BMS 5-63 sealant.
Refer to SOPM 20-50-19, 
Method 3.
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
5 Install Bracket Assembly 315A2144-5 1 Left thrust reverser half
315A2144-6 1 Right thrust reverser half
Bolt BACB30NY8K22  (a) 2 Install wet with BMS 5-63 sealant.
Refer to SOPM 20-50-19, 
Method 3.
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
Note: 1. Install bracket flush with V-Blade.
          2. Apply BMS 5-63 fay surface seal between bracket and inner V-Blade. 
              Refer to SOPM 20-50-19.
6 Install Bolt BACB30NY6K22  (a) 2 Install wet with BMS 5-63 sealant.
Refer to SOPM 20-50-19, 
Method 3.
Nut BACN10YT3CD 2 Torque to 25-35 Inch Pounds.
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INSULATION BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REPLACEMENT
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a.   If necessary, use bolts with grip lengths one or two sizes longer or shorter to make allowance for        
      different thickness of the inner wall material.
b.   Make sure that the complete chamfer of the bolt extends past the surface of the nut.  If the chamfer
      does not extend past the surface of the nut, use a bolt one size longer.  It is permitted for the
      bracket tab to contact bolt threads up to .010 inch interference. 
7 Install Bolt, Upper BACB30NY8K22  (a) 1 Install wet with BMS 5-63 sealant.
Refer to SOPM 20-50-19, 
Method 3.
Bolt, Lower BACB30NY8K21(a)(b) 1
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
8 Bond Foam Block 315A2176-2 1 Left thrust reverser half.
315A2176-4 1 Right thrust reverser half.
Note: Bond foam block to inner wall and mating edge of V-Blade and bracket.  Use RTV 106            
          (BAC 5010, Type 74 adhesive, refer to SOPM 20-50-12) or BAC 5010, Type 68 adhesive.  
          BMS 5-63 sealant can be used as an alternative.  Refer to SOPM 20-50-19. 
9 Bond Foam Block 315A2176-3 1 Left thrust reverser half.
315A2176-5 1 Right thrust reverser half.
Note: Bond foam block to inner wall and mating edge of V-Blade and bracket.  Use RTV 106  
          (BAC 5010, Type 74 adhesive, refer to SOPM 20-50-12) or BAC 5010, Type 68 adhesive.
          BMS 5-63 sealant can be used as an alternative.  Refer to SOPM 20-50-19. 
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BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REMOVAL
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FIGURE  4:   GROUP 3 - LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER UPPER AND LOWER INSULATION 
BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REMOVAL
LEFT SIDE SHOWN, RIGHT SIDE SIMILAR
BRACKET
SUPPORT
FWD
SEE A
V39587
THRUST REVERSER
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BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REMOVAL
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ASSEMBLY
BRACKET
BOLT, NUT
BOLT, NUT
BOLT, NUT
BOLT, NUT
BOLT, NUT
BOLT, NUT
BOLT, NUT
PIN, SLEEVE, COLLAR
BOLT, NUT
BOLT, NUT
NAC STA
204.5650
BOLT, NUT
(2 PLACES)
BOLT, NUT
(2 PLACES)
ASSEMBLY
BRACKET
ASSEMBLY
BRACKET
V-BLADE SEAL
ASSEMBLY
BRACKET
10
10 17
9
8
7 16
5 15
1312
1 14
A
11
7
2
5
4
6
1
3
V39590
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BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REMOVAL
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The step numbers shown below agree with the numbers shown in the circle symbols in the figure.
The QTY numbers shown below are the numbers of parts necessary for each thrust reverser half.
STEP     TASK            NAME    PART NUMBER  QTY                    NOTES
1 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K21 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
Bracket Assembly 315A2134-13 1
2 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K22 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
3 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K22 1
Nut BACN10YT4CD 1
4 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K22 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
5 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K21 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
Bracket Assembly 315A2134-13 1
6 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K22 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
7 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K21 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
Bracket Assembly 315A2134-13 1
8 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K22 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
9 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K22 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
10 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K21 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
Bracket Assembly 315A2134-13 1
11 Remove /
Discard
Bolt BACB30NY8K22 2
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2
12 Remove /
Drill
Pin ASPFF-V08-21AC 1 Remove the flush head positive
lock fastener.Sleeve ASPF-S-V08AC 1
Lock Collar ASP-LC-MV08 1
Note: Use a 0.1875 inch diameter drill with a drill bushing (HUCK part number 103618) or 
          equivalent.  Drill 1/16 (0.0625) inch deep into the sleeve to get to the lock collar.  Pick out
            the lock collar from the sleeve lock pocket then unthread the sleeve from the pin for removal.
13 Drill /
Ream
Hole - 1 Use a 0.266 - 0.270 inch 
diameter drill to make the hole
larger. 
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BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REMOVAL
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a.  If necessary, use bolts with grip lengths one or two sizes longer or shorter to make allowance for different 
     thickness of the inner wall material.
14 Install Bolt BACB30NY8K20  (a) 2 Install wet with BMS 5-63 
sealant.  Refer to 
SOPM 20-50-19, Method 3.
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
15 Install Bolt BACB30NY8K20  (a) 2 Install wet with BMS 5-63 
sealant.  Refer to 
SOPM 20-50-19, Method 3.
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
16 Install Bolt BACB30NY8K20  (a) 2 Install wet with BMS 5-63 
sealant.  Refer to 
SOPM 20-50-19, Method 3.
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
17 Install Bolt BACB30NY8K20  (a) 2 Install wet with BMS 5-63 
sealant.  Refer to 
SOPM 20-50-19, Method 3.
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
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FIGURE 5: GROUP 3 - LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER UPPER AND LOWER INSULATION 
BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REPLACEMENT
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FIGURE  5:   GROUP 3 - LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER UPPER AND LOWER INSULATION 
BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REPLACEMENT
LEFT SIDE SHOWN, RIGHT SIDE SIMILAR
BRACKET
SUPPORT
FWD
SEE A
V39629
THRUST REVERSER
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BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REPLACEMENT
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BOLT, NUT
(2 PLACES)
(2 PLACES)
BOLT, NUT
BOLT, NUT
(2 PLACES)
REPAIR WASHER
(2 PLACES)
BOLT, NUT
(2 PLACES)
BOLT, NUT
BOLT, NUT
(2 PLACES)
BOLT, NUT
(2 PLACES)
FOAM BLOCK
FOAM BLOCK
ASSEMBLY
BRACKET
ASSEMBLY
BRACKET
V-BLADE SEAL
ASSEMBLY
BRACKET
NAC STA
204.5650
3
FWD
7
6
8
2
1
3
5
4
10
6
9
1
A
V39630
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FIGURE 5: GROUP 3 - LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER UPPER AND LOWER INSULATION 
BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REPLACEMENT
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The step numbers shown below agree with the numbers shown in the circle symbols in the figure.
The QTY numbers shown below are the numbers of parts necessary for each thrust reverser half.
STEP TASK NAME PART NUMBER QTY NOTES
1 Install Bracket Assembly 315A2134-146 1 Left thrust reverser half.
Bracket Assembly 315A2134-152 1 Right thrust reverser half.
Bolt, Upper BACB30NY8K22 (a)(b) 1 Install wet with BMS 5-63 sealant.
Refer to SOPM 20-50-19, 
Method 3.
Bolt, Lower BACB30NY8K23 (a) 1
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
Note: 1. Install bracket flush with V-Blade.
          2. Apply BMS 5-63 fay surface seal between bracket and inner V-Blade.  
              Refer to SOPM 20-50-19. 
2 Make /
Install
Repair Washer - 1 Used to fill upper bolt countersink
on inside surface of inner wall, 
install before bracket is installed.
Install wet with BMS 5-63 sealant.
Refer to SOPM 20-50-19, 
Method 3.
 Refer to 737-600/-700/-800/-900 SRM 51-40-08 to make repair washer.
3 Install Bracket Assembly 315A2134-147 1 Left thrust reverser half.
315A2134-153 1 Right thrust reverser half.
Bolt, Upper BACB30NY8K23X  (a) 1 Install wet with BMS 5-63 sealant.
Refer to SOPM 20-50-19, 
Method 3.
Bolt, Lower BACB30NY8K23    (a) 1
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
Note: 1. Install bracket flush with V-Blade.
          2. Apply BMS 5-63 fay surface seal between bracket and inner V-Blade.  
              Refer to SOPM 20-50-19.
4 Install Bolt BACB30NY8K23    (a) 2 Install wet with BMS 5-63 sealant.
Refer to SOPM 20-50-19, 
Method 3.
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
5 Install Bolt BACB30NY8K23    (a) 2 Install wet with BMS 5-63 sealant.
Refer to SOPM 20-50-19, 
Method 3.
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
6 Install Bracket Assembly 315A2134-148 1 Left thrust reverser half
315A2134-154 1 Right thrust reverser half
Bolt BACB30NY8K23    (a) 2 Install wet with BMS 5-63 sealant.
Refer to SOPM 20-50-19, 
Method 3.
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
Note: 1. Install bracket flush with V-Blade.
          2. Apply BMS 5-63 fay surface seal between bracket and inner V-Blade.  
              Refer to SOPM 20-50-19
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BLANKET SUPPORT BRACKET (FORWARD EDGE) REPLACEMENT
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a.   If necessary, use bolts with grip lengths one or two sizes longer or shorter to make allowance for        
      different thickness of the inner wall material.
b.   Make sure that the complete chamfer of the bolt extends past the surface of the nut.  If the chamfer
      does not extend past the surface of the nut, use a bolt one size longer.  It is permitted for the
      bracket tab to contact bolt threads up to .010 inch interference. 
7 Install Bolt BACB30NY8K23    (a) 2 Install wet with BMS 5-63 sealant.
Refer to SOPM 20-50-19, 
Method 3.
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
8 Install Bolt, Upper BACB30NY8K23 (a) 1 Install wet with BMS 5-63 sealant.
Refer to SOPM 20-50-19, 
Method 3.Bolt, Lower BACB30NY8K22 (a)(b) 1
Nut BACN10YT4CD 2 Torque to 50-70 Inch Pounds.
9 Bond Foam Block 315A2176-2 1 Left thrust reverser half.
315A2176-4 1 Right thrust reverser half.
Note: Bond foam block to inner wall and mating edge of V-Blade and bracket.  Use RTV 106  
           (BAC 5010, Type 74 adhesive, refer to SOPM 20-50-12) or BAC 5010, Type 68 adhesive.
          BMS 5-63 sealant can be used as an alternative.  Refer to SOPM 20-50-19. 
10 Bond Foam Block 315A2176-3 1 Left thrust reverser half.
315A2176-5 1 Right thrust reverser half.
Note: Bond foam block to inner wall and mating edge of V-Blade and bracket.  Use RTV 106  
           (BAC 5010, Type 74 adhesive, refer to SOPM 20-50-12) or BAC 5010, Type 68 adhesive.
          BMS 5-63 sealant can be used as an alternative.  Refer to SOPM 20-50-19. 
(SHEET 4 OF 4)

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FIGURE 6: LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER INSULATION BLANKET FASTENER GROMMET 
ADDITION
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FIGURE  6:   LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER INSULATION BLANKET FASTENER GROMMET 
ADDITION 
TYPICAL GROMMET INSTALLATION
A-A
(BLANKET COLD SIDE)
LEFT SIDE SHOWN, RIGHT SIDE SIMILAR
MYLAR
MYLAR
MYLAR
MYLAR
MYLAR
MYLAR
AA
THRUST REVERSER
FWD13
12
9
8
10
11
3
2
5
1
76
4
HOT SIDE
COLD SIDE
GROMMET
0.50
BLANKET
INSULATION
V39597
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FIGURE 6: LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER INSULATION BLANKET FASTENER GROMMET 
ADDITION
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The step numbers shown below agree with the numbers shown in the circle symbols in the figure.
The QTY numbers shown below are the numbers of parts necessary for each thrust reverser half.
STEP TASK NAME PART NUMBER QTY NOTES
1P o s i t i o n  /
Mark
Mylar Template 315A2143-1 1 Put template on COLD side of 
S315A213-43, left upper 
insulation blanket. 
315A2143-2 1 Put template on COLD side of 
S315A213-44, right upper 
insulation blanket.
2 Make Hole - 2 See a.
Install Grommet 315A2141-3 2 Install on HOT side of blanket.
315A2141-4 2 Install on COLD side of blanket.
Note:  Maximum height of grommets not more than 0.205 inch.
3P o s i t i o n  /
Mark
Mylar Template 315A2143-3 1 Put template on COLD side of 
S315A213-43, left upper 
insulation blanket. 
315A2143-4 1 Put template on COLD side of 
S315A213-44 right, 
upper insulation blanket.
4 Make Hole - 2 See a. 
Install Grommet 315A2141-1 2 Install on HOT side of blanket.
315A2141-2 2 Install on COLD side of blanket.
Note:   Maximum height of grommets not more than 0.455 inch.
5 Make Hole - 1 See a.
Install Grommet 315A2141-5 1 Install on HOT side of blanket.
315A2141-6 1 Install on COLD side of blanket.
Note: Maximum height of grommets not more than 0.330 inch.
6P o s i t i o n  /
Mark
Mylar Template 315A2143-5 1 Put template on COLD side of 
S315A213-43, left upper 
insulation blanket. 
315A2143-6 1 Put template on COLD side of 
S315A213-44, right upper 
insulation blanket.
7 Make Hole - 4 See a.
Install Grommet 315A2141-1 4 Install on HOT side of blanket.
315A2141-2 4 Install on COLD side of blanket.
Note:   Maximum height of grommets not more than 0.455 inch.
8P o s i t i o n  /
Mark
Mylar Template 315A2143-7 1 Put template on COLD side of 
S315A213-45, left lower 
insulation blanket. 
315A2143-8 1 Put template on COLD side of 
S315A213-46, right lower 
insulation blanket.
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FIGURE 6: LEFT AND RIGHT THRUST REVERSER INSULATION BLANKET FASTENER GROMMET 
ADDITION
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BOEING SERVICE BULLETIN 737-78-1069
 
 
a.   Fastener Grommet Installation Instructions:
1.   Use a piece of 5/8 inch (0.625) diameter (size 10) thin wall tubing (or equivalent), chamfer the
      inside wall of tube 45 degrees and use a plastic or a wood drill guide to make the holes for the
      grommets.  Refer to Figure 10.
2.   Use the tubing and the drill guide and carefully drill a 5/8 (0.625-0.875)  inch diameter hole for
      each grommet through the S315A213-43/-44 left and right upper blanket or S315A213-45/-46 left 
      and right lower blanket. 
 
3.   If Rulon-J bondable tape is installed in the location for the grommets, carefully cut and remove  
      sufficient Rulon-J to let the flange of the grommet touch the skin surface of the blanket.  Apply  
      BMS 5-63 sealant to edge of Rulon-J where cutout is made for grommet installation. 
4.   Make sure there are no cuts, tears or cracks in the metal skin of the blanket that extend beyond
      the flange of the grommet.  Refer to Permanent Repair Procedure in Vendor CMM (Darchem
       Engineering, Document No. BOE 2) to repair tears or cracks in the metal skin of the blanket.                               
          
5.   Apply a layer of BMS 5-63 sealant to grommets, shank and face of flange that will be in contact with 
      blanket.  Refer to SOPM 20-50-19.                    
9 Make Hole - 1 See a. 
Install Grommet 315A2141-3 1 Install on HOT side of blanket.
315A2141-4 1 Install on COLD side of blanket.
Note:   Maximum height of grommets not more than 0.205 inch.
10 Position /
Mark
Mylar Template 315A2143-9 1 Put template on COLD side of 
S315A213-45, left lower 
insulation blanket. 
315A2143-10 1 Put template on COLD side of 
S315A213-46, right lower
insulation blanket.
11 Make Hole - 1 See a.
Install Grommet 315A2141-5 1 Install on HOT side of blanket.
315A2141-6 1 Install on COLD side of blanket.
Note: Maximum height of grommets not more than 0.330 inch.
12 Position /
Mark
Mylar Template 315A2143-11 1 Put template on COLD side of 
S315A213-45, left lower 
insulation blanket. 
315A2143-12 1 Put template on COLD side of 
S315A213-46, right lower 
insulation blanket.
13 Make Hole - 2 See a.
Install Grommet 315A2141-1 2 Install on HOT side of blanket.
315A2141-2 2 Install on COLD side of blanket.
Note:   Maximum height of grommets not more than 0.455 inch.
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