TM-9-2320-361-20
2-1/2-TON, 6x6, M44A2 SERIES TRUCKS (MULTIFUEL)
TECHNICAL MANUAL; UNIT MAINTENANCE
OCTOBER 1991
TM-9-2320-361-20 - Page 126 of 1207
TM 9-2320-361-20
Table 2-2. Mechanical Troubleshooting (Contd).
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Step 6. Inspect pitman arm, drag link, steering arm, and tie-rod ends for looseness or damage.
a. Replace loose or damaged parts, and reset correct toe-in (paras. 9-7, 9-8, 9-9,
9-10, and 9-11).
b. If steering arm is damaged, notify your supervisor.
Step 7. Inspect steering knuckles for binding or looseness (malfunction 40, step 2).
If binding or looseness is found, notify your supervisor.
Step 8. Inspect front springs and shackles for looseness.
Replace worn shackles (para. 7-13) or tighten loose spring U-bolts 190-230 lb-ft
(258-312 N·m).
END OF TESTING!
FRAME AND BRACKETS
42. TOWING PINTLE DOES NOT LATCH OR LOCK
Step 1. Inspect pintle hook for lubrication.
Lubricate pintle hook as required (LO 9-2320-209-12-1).
Step 2. Check pintle hook for proper operation.
If pintle hook if broken, bent, or parts are missing, disassemble and repair or replace
(para. 10-4).
END OF TESTING!
43. PINTLE HOOK DOES NOT TURN
Step 1. Check pintle hook for lubrication.
Lubricate pintle hook as required (LO 9-2320-209-12-1).
Step 2. Inspect pintle hook for bends.
If pintle hook is bent, replace (para. 10-4).
END OF TESTING!
44. EXCESSIVELY LOOSE LIFTING SHACKLE
Inspect shackle pin for breaks, cracks, and bends.
If shackle pin is broken, cracked, or bent, replace (para. 10-2, 10-3, or 10-5).
END OF TESTING!
45. LOOSE SPARE TIRE CARRIER
Step 1. Check for missing or broken mounting screws.
If mounting screws are broken or missing, replace (para. 10-7 or 12-16).
Step 2. Check spare tire carrier for bent, broken, or missing crank, crank gear, shaft, or bracket. If
any spare tire carrier part is damaged, replace (para. 10-7 or 12-16).
END OF TESTING!
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