TM-9-2350-273-BD

M48/M60 SERIES TANK, COMBAT FULL-TRACKED 105-MM GUN

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATORS, ORGANIZATIONAL, DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE; BATTLEFIELD DAMAGE ASSESSMENT AND REPAIR

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8-7. BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE AT TRANSMISSION SLAVE CYLINDER
General Information
Brake fluid leakage at transmission slave cylinder normally occurs at the fluid line
connections. Leakage occurs from over-tightening the fitting and powerpack vibration.
Limitations:
Limited braking if line is crimped
Personnel/Time Required
2 soldiers
1-2 hours
Materials/Tools:
New or serviceable ring seal
Spark plug gasket from gasoline engine
Fine tooth file
Hydraulic fluid, fuel, oil, or alcohol
Other Options:
CAUTION
Braking capability will be severely altered
if slave cylinder fluid supply line is crimped.
Braking capability will not be available for that
side of vehicle. This will cause vehicle to steer to
one side when braking.
l If slave cylinder cannot be repaired, cr
Procedural Steps:
1. Gain access to leaking slave cylinder.
2. Remove slave cylinder.
mp the fluid supply line so fluid will not leak.
3. Clean, file or scrape uneven spots on ring seal to a smooth mating surface for re-
installation; See figure 1, item 1.
4. Re-install the slave cylinder using a new or used ring seal. A used ring-seal may be
installed if reclamation procedures in step 3 have been accomplished. A spark plug seal
from gasoline engine may be used as a ring seal.
5. Fill brake system with fluid. Use hydraulic fluid, fuel, oil, or alcohol when brake
fluid is not available. Water may be used in above-freezing temperature.
6. Record the BDAR action taken. When the mission is completed, as soon as
practicable, repair tank using standard maintenance procedures.
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