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BRAKES - CONTINUED
8.
HARD PULLING - CONTINUED.
Step 3.
Check for loose trunnion tube hanger bolts.
a.
If trunnion tube hanger bolts are loose, torque to 300 lb-ft (407 Nm).
b.
If trunnion tube hanger bolts are secure, go to step 4.
Step 4.
Check for loose or broken springs.
If springs are loose or broken, notify Direct Support Maintenance.
LANDING GEAR
9.
DIFFICULTY IN TURNING HANDCRANK.
Step 1.
Check for bent lower leg.
a.
If lower leg is bent, replace landing leg (WP 0050).
b.
If lower leg is not bent, go to step 2.
Step 2.
Operate crank and listen for grinding gears or bearings in landing leg gear box.
If gears or bearings grind and legs do not extend or retract properly, replace landing leg with assembled
gear box (WP 0050).
SPRINGS AND SUSPENSION
10. IMPROPER SPRING ACTION.
Step 1.
Check for loose spring end cap U-bolts.
a.
If U-bolts are loose, torque U-bolt locknuts to 300 lb-ft (407 Nm).
b.
If U-bolts are secure, go to step 2.
Step 2.
Check springs for broken or weak spring leaves. If leaves are broken or weak, notify Direct
Support Maintenance.
TIRES AND WHEELS
11. EXCESSIVELY WORN, SCUFFED, OR CUPPED TIRES.
Step 1.
Check that cold tire pressure is 115 psi (793 kPa).
a.
If tire pressure is incorrect, inflate or deflate tires to correct pressure.
b.
If tire pressure is correct, go to step 2.
Step 2.
Check for loose wheels.
a.
If wheels are loose, tighten wheel lug nuts.
b.
If wheels are secure, go to step 3.
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
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