TM-9-2320-366-10-2
M1083 SERIES, 5 TON, 6x6, MEDIUM TACTICAL VEHICLES (MTV)
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S INSTRUCTIONS; VOLUME NO. 2 OF 2
AUGUST 2005
CHANGE 2
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TM 9-2320-366-10-2
Table 3-2. Troubleshooting (Cont)
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
t1.
STEERING HARD OR DOES NOT WORK (CONT).
CAUTION
Do not overfill power steering reservoir. Failure to comply may result in damage to
equipment.
Step 2. Check that steering reservoir is filled to proper level. Oil should be level with full mark on
dipstick.
(a)
Add oil as required.
(b)
If oil is over full mark, notify Unit Maintenance.
Step 3. Check hydraulic lines and fittings for Class III leaks.
(a)
If Class III leaks are found or steering is still hard or does not work, notify Unit Maintenance.
(b)
Lower cab (para 2-28b).
u. AIR TRANSPORT SYSTEM
u1.
CAB TILT, SPARE TIRE RETAINER, AND SUSPENSION COMPRESSION DO NOT WORK.
Check hydraulic hoses, air lines, and fittings for Class III leaks.
If Class III leaks are found or cab tilt, spare tire retainer, and suspension compression still do not
work, notify Unit Maintenance.
u2.
SUSPENSION DOES NOT COMPRESS OR RETURN TO NORMAL PROPERLY.
Step 1. Check to see if cab raises (para 2-28a).
If cab does not raise, perform Air System Troubleshooting, (u1. Cab Tilt, Spare Tire Retainer, And
Suspension Compression Do Not Work).
Step 2. Check hydraulic hoses, air lines, and fittings for Class III leaks.
If Class III leaks are found or suspension still will not compress or return to normal properly, notify
Unit Maintenance.
u3.
CAB LEVELING AIR SPRINGS DO NOT WORK PROPERLY.
Step 1. Check to see if CTIS operates properly (para 2-30).
If CTIS does not operate properly, perform applicable CTIS System Troubleshooting (m Central Tire
Inflation System (CTIS) ).
Step 2. Check leveling air springs (air bags), air lines, and fittings for leaks.
(a)
Start engine (para 2-27a or b).
(b)
Raise cab (para 2-28a).
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