TM-9-2330-342-23-P
PALLETIZED LOAD SYSTEM TRAILER (PLST) M1076 A1
TECHNICAL MANUAL; FIELD MANUAL
OCTOBER 2012
TM-9-2330-342-23-P - Page 345 of 1348
FIELD MAINTENANCE
EXCESSIVE BRAKING DISTANCE
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools and Special Tools
MSD/ICE, Test Set, Electronic Systems
(WP
0194, Table 1, Item 27)
MSD-V2, Test Set, Electronic Systems
(WP
0194, Table 1, Item 28)
Tool Kit, General Mechanic’s: Automotive
(WP
0194, Table 1, Item 47)
Materials/Parts
Solution, Soap (WP
0193, Table 1, Item 58)
Personnel Required
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (2)
References
WP
0004
References (cont.)
WP
0067
WP
0071
WP
0072
WP
0075
WP
0076
WP
0080
WP
0092
Equipment Condition
Parking brake applied (TM 9-2330-342-10).
(WP
0190)
Wheels chocked (TM 9-2330-342-10). (WP
0190)
Emergency air supply gladhand connected to
vehicle (TM 9-2330-342-10). (WP
0190)
Trailer air system charged (TM 9-2330-342-10).
(WP
0190)
TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE
EXCESSIVE BRAKING DISTANCE
STEP 1
Are air lines 2255, 2660, 2637, 2638, 2639, 2260, service brake air lines, fittings, relay valves, and brake
chambers free of crimps?
NOTE
•
Soap and water solution will be used to visually check for leaks.
•
Trailer air system pressure must be 125 ± 5 psi (861 ± 34 kPa) to begin
troubleshooting the brake system. If the air system pressure cannot be maintained,
refer to Air System Troubleshooting.
•
Air lines and valves listed in this troubleshooting procedure are illustrated and located
in the Air System Schematic.
1.
Inspect air lines listed in table and fittings for crimps.
Table
1.
Service Brake Air Lines.
Axle No. 1
Axle No. 2
Axle No. 3
Air Hose No.
Air Hose No.
Air Hose No.
LH 2547
LH 2015
LH 2016
TM 9-2330-342-23&P
0034
0034-1
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