TM-9-2320-273-20

TRUCK TRACTOR, LINE HAUL; LIGHT EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER; TRUCK CHASSIS; MEDIUM EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER

TECHNICAL MANUAL; ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE

NOVEMBER 1980

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TM 9-2320-273-20

Section II TROUBLESHOOTING

8-5. INTRODUCTION.

Tables 8-1 and 8-2 contain instructions for troubleshooting the propeller shafts and axles. The cor-

rective actions describe how to fix the problem or refer to a procedure for fixing the problem. The

tables are arranged by malfunctions in the following order:

PROPELLER SHAFTS (table 8-1).

Excessive shaft noise or vibration.

AXLES (table 8-2).

a.

Excessive backlash.

b.

Continuous axle or wheel noise.

c.

Lubricant leaking,

d.

Excessive or uneven tire wear.

If you cannot locate a problem using these procedures, refer to the troubleshooting procedures for

wheels, steering, and suspension (para 10-5).

8-2