Springfield Armory® Workbench: XD-M Elite

Published on January 5, 2021
Duration: 10:32

This guide details the field stripping, cleaning, and reassembly process for the Springfield Armory XD-M Elite pistol. It emphasizes safety checks, proper disassembly steps including lever rotation and slide removal, and thorough cleaning of components like the barrel, slide, and frame. The reassembly process is then covered, focusing on correct component alignment and securing the slide.

Quick Summary

To safely disassemble the Springfield Armory XD-M Elite, first ensure it's unloaded by removing the magazine and locking the slide back while pressing the grip safety. Visually confirm the chamber is clear. Rotate the disassembly lever clockwise to 12 o'clock, depress the slide stop, and slide the assembly off the frame.

Chapters

  1. 00:12Introduction and Safety Check
  2. 00:23Disassembly - Slide Removal
  3. 01:17Disassembly - Recoil Spring and Barrel
  4. 01:55Cleaning - Recoil Spring and Barrel
  5. 02:16Cleaning - Slide Components
  6. 06:10Cleaning - Frame Components
  7. 07:30Lubrication Points
  8. 08:28Reassembly - Barrel and Recoil Spring
  9. 09:32Reassembly - Slide to Frame
  10. 09:54Finalizing Reassembly
  11. 10:05Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you safely disassemble a Springfield Armory XD-M Elite pistol?

First, ensure the firearm is unloaded by removing the magazine and locking the slide to the rear while depressing the grip safety. Visually and physically confirm the chamber and magazine well are clear. Then, rotate the disassembly lever clockwise to the 12 o'clock position, depress the slide stop, and slide the assembly off the frame.

What are the key components to clean on an XD-M Elite pistol?

Key components for cleaning include the barrel, slide (paying attention to the breech face and extractor groove), recoil spring assembly, and frame rails. Use appropriate brushes, solvents, and patches to remove fouling and debris from these areas.

Where should lubricant be applied when reassembling the XD-M Elite?

Apply lubricant to the frame rails, the locking block where the barrel engages, and inside the slide where the barrel contacts it. For the slide, a bead of oil halfway down the rail from the rear is sufficient. The barrel itself can also receive a light application where it contacts the slide.

What is the correct orientation for the recoil spring assembly during XD-M Elite reassembly?

During reassembly of the XD-M Elite, the recoil spring assembly's larger diameter spring should always be oriented towards the muzzle of the pistol. It then inserts into the slide and is secured by pushing down until it locks into the half-moon cutout.

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