TM-9-2320-361-24-1
2-1/2 TON, 6X6, M44A2 SERIES TRUCKS
TECHNICAL MANUAL; FIELD AND SUSTAINMENT MAINTENANCE PART 1 OF 2
AUGUST 2006
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PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS) (Contd)
Table 1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) (Contd).
ITEM
NO.
INTERVAL
ITEM TO CHECK/
SERVICE
PROCEDURE
EQUIPMENT NOT
READY/AVAILABLE IF:
1
2
3
Semiannually
Semiannually
Semiannually
Semiannually
Starter
Engine and
engine
compartment
Throttle
control
PRIOR TO ROAD TEST
Perform all Before Operation checks listed
in the TM 9-2320-361-10, “Preventive
Maintenance Checks and Services”.
Start engine (TM 9-2320-361-10). While
starting engine, listen for unusual noises
and difficult cranking. Ensure mounting
bolts are present and tight.
a.
Observe response to accelerator pedal
(4). Listen for unusual noises. Observe
for hesitation, varying idle speed, and
sticking or binding of accelerator pedal.
b.
Be alert for excessive vibration and the
smell of fuel, oil, coolant, and exhaust.
Check travel and free movement of
throttle control (1) by watching
accelerator pedal (4). When throttle
control (1) is pulled out all the way,
accelerator pedal (4) will be down against
stop screw. Check that throttle control (1)
does not bind or stick in any position.
ROAD TEST
Perform all During Operation checks
listed in TM 9-2320-361-10 in addition to
those that follow. Drive the vehicle for at
least 5 miles (8 kilometers) over varied
terrain both on and off road. This will
provide ample time to check reported
malfunctions and to locate unreported
malfunctions.
a.
Accelerator pedal
is sticking or
binding.
Throttle is sticking
or binding.
1
5
4
3
2
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