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CARRIER, M113A3, M577A3, M1059A3, M1064A3, M1068A3 AND M58

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S MANUAL

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ADJUST T130 TRACK TENSION — Continued

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7.

To check track tension using track and sprocket gauge, position gauge lightly against bottom of track at centerline of

second road wheel. Look through hole in gauge. If top of second road wheel can be seen (3/8 to 5/8 inch) and track

touches number three road wheel, track tension is correct.

8.

If top of second road wheel cannot be seen or track does not touch number three road wheel, track need adjusting. To

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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.

Track adjuster can be damaged during carrier operation. Do not extend adjuster beyond

17 inches (43 cm).

9.

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

of 17 inches (43 cm) and track is still too loose, remove one track shoe. See WP 0093 00 and readjust track tension

(Steps 5 - 9).

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