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 527 of 926
TM 9-2320-283-20-1
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS.
3-8.
OPERATIONAL CHECKS.
a.
General.
After any maintenance action, always check your work.
Be sure vehicle or applicable vehicle system
is fully operational and safe before returning equipment to operator.
General operational checks are listed below.
Specific
operational checks are covered in the paragraph relating to the component or system, where necessary.
b.
Operational Checks.
(1) Operate applicable vehicle systems in accordance with TM 9-2320283-10.
(2) Start and run engine.
Be sure all gages read normal.
(3) Visually check all fluid connections (tubes, hoses, and fittings) that were loosened, for leakage.
Eliminate all
leakage by tightening or replacing parts.
(4) Check all air connections (tubes, hoses, and fittings), that were loosened, for leakage by applying soap solution.
Eliminate all leakage by tightening or replacing parts.
(5) Road test vehicle.
Be sure all gages read normal.
Listen for unusual noises.
Be sure vehicle may be operated
safely (e.g.
steering, brakes, etc.) and that performance is satisfactory.
(6) Check for "tripped" circuit breakers.
Look for smoke that may indicate an electrical short.
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