TM-9-2350-261-10

CARRIER, M113A2, M577A2, M1064, M1068, M1059 AND M901A1

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

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TM 9-2350-261-10

ADJUST T150 TRACK TENSION — Continued

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7.

If gauge does not fit between bottom of track and top of road wheel, track tension is too loose; if gauge fits between

track and road wheel, but is not touching both at the same time, track tension is too tight. To tighten track tension, go to

Step 8. To loosen track tension, go to Step 9.

CAUTION

Dirt can damage fitting and cylinder. Clean all dirt from fittings on track tension adjuster.

Servicing the fitting can damage the track adjuster, idler wheel, and final drive bearings. Track

adjuster fitting is not a true lubrication point. Do not service when lubricating the carrier.

8.

To tighten track tension, add grease through fitting on track adjuster. If track adjuster is extended to its maximum limit

of 17 inches and the track is still loose, remove one track shoe (WP 0081 00) and readjust track tension, Steps 5 - 9.

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