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 359 of 1348
FIELD MAINTENANCE
PARKING BRAKE(S) ON ONE AXLE DO NOT RELEASE OR DO NOT RELEASE CORRECTLY
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools and Special Tools
Tool Kit, General Mechanic's: Automotive
(WP
0194, Table 1, Item 47)
Materials/Parts
Solution, Soap (WP
0193, Table 1, Item 58)
Pin, Cotter (WP
0195, Table 1, Item 75)
Pin, Cotter (WP
0195, Table 1, Item 16)
Personnel Required
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (2)
References
WP
0066
References (cont.)
WP
0067
WP
0071
WP
0072
WP
0078
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
PARKING BRAKE(S) ON ONE AXLE DO NOT RELEASE OR DO NOT RELEASE CORRECTLY
STEP 1
Are air lines, fittings, and/or brake chambers free of leaks?
WARNING
Be sure to wear the proper eye protection when working on or around pressurized air systems
if not injury or death could result.
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 Air System Schematic.
1.
Have assistant turn engine start switch to ON. Refer to vehicle Operator's manual (WP
0190).
2.
Push in trailer charge valve in vehicle. Refer to vehicle Operator's manual (WP
0190).
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