TM-9-2320-386-24-1-2

2-1/2-TON, 6X6, M44A3 SERIES TRUCKS (DIESEL)

TECHNICAL MANUAL; EXTENDED SERVICE PROGRAM (ESP); UNIT, DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT; MAINTENANCE MANUAL; VOLUME 2 OF 2

MAY 2001
TM-9-2320-386-24-1-2

  TM-9-2320-386-24-1-2 - Page 25 of 636

Direct Support Mechanical Troubleshooting (Contd).
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
42. STEERING GEAR LEAKING OIL
Check oil leak and verify location.
a. If oil leak is at cover gasket, replace gasket (TM 9-2320-361-34).
b. If oil leak is at pitman shaft oil seal, disassemble steering gear and inspect pitman shaft
and bushing (TM 9-2320-361-34). Replace defective components (TM 9-2320-361-34).
END OF TESTING!
43. STEERING WHEEL HARD TO TURN
Step 1. Check front axle for defective steering knuckle bushings (TM 9-2320-361-34).
Replace steering knuckle bushings, if defective (TM 9-2320-361-34).
Step 2. Check steering assist cylinder for damage.
Replace steering assist cylinder, if defective (WP 0183 00).
END OF TESTING!
WINCH
44. CLUTCH WILL NOT ENGAGE DRUM
Step 1. Check shifter shaft and clutch.
a. Remove end case and disassemble (TM 9-2320-361-34).
b. Remove rust and dried lubricant from end case, assemble, and install (TM 9-2320-361-34).
Step 2. Check for mechanical obstruction if clutch handle moves short distance, then clatters.
Remove end case and disassemble. Inspect clutch and drum jaws for burrs, breaks, and
misalignment. Repair winch, if defective (TM 9-2320-361-34).
END OF TESTING!
45. WINCH NOISY WHEN UNDER LOAD
Step 1. Check drum for radial free play.
Replace bushings if radial free play is present (TM 9-2320-361-34).
Step 2. Check wormshaft radial free play.
Disassemble gearcase, inspect parts, and replace parts if defective (TM 9-2320-361-34).
Step 3. Check automatic brake.
Replace brakeshoe if defective (TM 9-2320-361-34).
END OF TESTING!
46. DRUM OVERRUNS CABLE OR CABLE COILS LOOSEN WHEN PAYING OUT CABLE
Check drag brake adjustment (WP 0181 00).
Replace drag brake if noisy or no adjustment remains (TM 9-2320-361-34).
END OF TESTING!
47. WINCH DOES NOT HOLD LOAD WHEN POWER IS RELEASED
Step 1. Check for burned odor.
Replace automatic brakeshoe if defective (TM 9-2320-361-34).
Step 2. Automatic brake does not hold load after adjustment.
Replace automatic brakeshoe if defective; inspect drum (TM 9-2320-361-34).
END OF TESTING!
TM 9-2320-386-24-1-2
0293 00
0293 00-11


Back to Top