TM-9-2320-283-20-1

TRUCK TRACTOR, LINE HAUL, 50,000 GVWR, 6X4, M915A1

TECHNICAL MANUAL; ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE PART 1 OF 3

DECEMBER 1983

TM-9-2320-283-20-1 - Page 452 of 926

TM 9-2320-283-20-1

TROUBLESHOOTING.

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TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES (Continued).

MALFUNCTION

TEST OR INSPECTION

CORRECTIVE ACTION

135.

LOST MOTION OR EXCESSIVE PLAY IN STEERING WHEEL.

Step 1.

Check for loose steering wheel.

Repair or replace steering wheel (para 3-213).

Step 2.

Check for loose steering gear on frame.

Notify direct support maintenance.

Step 3.

Check for loose steering arm on steering gear.

Notify direct support maintenance.

Step 4.

Inspect tie rod for damaged and loose ends.

No play is

allowable.

ii

Replace tie rod end, if loose or damaged (para 3-218).

Step 5.

Inspect vertical link for damage.

Replace vertical link (para 3-216).

Step 6.

Check upper and lower steering column for binding.

Repair or replace (para 3-214 or 3-215, as applicable).

FRAME AND TOWING ATTACHMENTS

136.

TOWING PINTLE DOES NOT PIVOT OR LATCH, OR JAW IS STUCK.

Step 1.

Check for proper lubrication.

Lubricate.

(Refer to LO 9-2320-283-12).

Step 2.

Check lock for damage.

Replace pintle hook (para 3-238).

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