TM-9-2350-358-BD

HOWITZER, MEDIUM, SELF-PROPELLED, 155MM; M109A6

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S, UNIT, AND DIRECT SUPPORT SUPPORT MAINTENANCE

MARCH 1994

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TM 9-2350-358-BD

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STEERING LINKAGE FAILURE - CONTINUED

References:

TM 9-2350-314-20-1-2

Procedural Steps:

1.

Gain access to steering linkage.

2.

Remove broken linkage.

3.

Cut a metal rod using the steering linkage as template.

4.

Bend the metal rod so that it fits through levers.

5.

Secure metal rod to levers with safety wire.

6.

Record the BDAR action taken.

When mission is complete, as soon as practical, repair the equipment/system

using standard maintenance procedures.

Option 4:

Replace steering linkage with wire.

Limitations:

Reduced mobility.

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