Model:

M-16A2

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Procedure:

Bolt Carrier Assembly
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1. Pieces
2. Align the extractor so that it is on the same side as the bolt carrier's two oil holes (and bolt assist grooves)
3. Push bolt into the bolt carrier.
4. Push bolt cam into the bolt and bolt carrier and turn 90 degrees.
5. Pull back on bolt till bolt cam moves into back position.
6. Slide firing pin into the bolt.
7. Slip the firing pin retaining pin into the bolt carrier.
If the bolt carrier is turned with the bolt faceup, the firing pin should not fall out