CESSNA T182 T — Maintenance Manual

This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) addresses a potential issue in Cessna 182 aircraft regarding the aileron control cable during autopilot operation. It specifically highlights the risk of the aileron crossover cable sagging and potentially binding against the autopilot servo, which could affect flight control. The bulletin outlines required actions for compliance, including the installation of a new Dynon-provided cable guard kit. It emphasizes that these actions must be performed by a certified mechanic and documented in the aircraft records. The bulletin is applicable to various models within the Cessna 182 series, including the T182, and is effective indefinitely.

• Applicable to Cessna 182 models 182E-182T, including T182 and R/TR182.
• Installation of new parts required within 12 months or 100 flight hours.
• Installation must be performed by a certified mechanic.
• Dynon Cable Guard kit includes multiple specific parts for installation.
• Compliance must be documented in the aircraft records.