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

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FIELD MAINTENANCE
TRAILER BRAKES UNEVENLY AND PULLS TO ONE SIDE
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
TRAILER BRAKES UNEVENLY AND PULLS TO ONE SIDE
STEP 1
Are air lines, fittings, and brake chamber(s) free of leaks and/or crimps?
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 the Air System Schematic.
1.
Inspect air lines listed in table and fittings for crimps.
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