TM-9-2320-260-20
TRUCK, 5-TON, 6X6, M809 SERIES (DIESEL)
TECHNICAL MANUAL; UNIT MAINTENANCE
APRIL 1995
TM-9-2320-260-20 - Page 93 of 1337
TM
9-2320-260-20
Table 2-1. Unit Level Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Contd).
ITEM TO
NOT FULLY
ITEM
INTERVAL
CHECK/
PROCEDURE
MISSION
SERVICE
CAPABLE IF:
7
Semi-
Steering
a.
Check steering wheel and ensure it does not exceed
annual
system
more than 1-in. (2.5 cm) free play.
b.
Turn steering wheel through full range and check
Steering wheel
for binding or excessive steering.
binds, or
excessive steering
is evident.
AFTER ROAD TEST
Perform all After (A) operation, Weekly (W), and
Monthly (M) checks in TM 9-2320-260-10 PMCS
and make the following inspections in given order,
including kit items on vehicles so-equipped.
WARNING
●
Do not perform battery system checks or
inspections near open flame. Injury to
personnel may result.
●
Remove all jewelry. If jewelry or disconnected
ground cable contacts battery terminal, a
direct short will result, and may cause injury
to personnel.
8
Semi-
Batteries
Check and record specific gravity of each cell. Check
a. Batteries are
annual
electrolyte level. If low, add distilled water. Inspect
cracked, leaking,
battery cables for frays, splits, corrosion, and security.
broken, burned, or
Clean top of batteries and lightly coat terminals with
posts are broken.
GAA grease (TM 9-2320-200-14).
b. If cell is below
1.285 specific
gravity.
c. Cables are
frayed, split, or
loose.
9
Semi-
Air
Test air cleaner indicator (1) for proper operation
Air cleaner indica-
annual
cleaner
(TM 9-2320-260-10).
tor is inoperative
indicator
or red band is
showing.
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