TM-9-2350-358-BD
HOWITZER, MEDIUM, SELF-PROPELLED, 155MM; M109A6
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S, UNIT, AND DIRECT SUPPORT SUPPORT MAINTENANCE
MARCH 1994
TM-9-2350-358-BD - Page 211 of 343
TM 9-2350-358-BD
10-11. TRACK ADJUSTER, DAMAGED- CONTINUED
3.
Remove broken track adjuster.
4.
Pivot steer to pull slack out of track with sprocket and lock brakes.
5.
Remove more track shoes, if necessary, and reconnect track.
NOTE
Occasionally check track for signs of slack and loss of tension.
Drive slowly over rough terrain
and during turns.
6.
Record the BDAR action taken.
When mission is complete, as soon as practical, repair the equipment/system
using standard maintenance procedures.
10-12. IDLER WHEELS, DAMAGED
This procedure allows continued operation of vehicle at reduced speeds with suspension damage to the idler wheels or
arm housing.
Limitations:
•
Sharp turns.
•
Reduce speed.
Personnel/Time Required:
•
3 soldiers
•
3.0 hours
References:
TM 9-2350-314-20-1-2
Procedural Steps:
1.
Disconnect track between idler wheels and number 7 roadwheel.
2.
Remove track shoes, if necessary, to obtain limited track tension.
3.
Remove damaged idler wheels.
4.
Pivot steer to pull slack out of track with sprocket and lock brakes.
5.
Remove more track shoes, if necessary, and reconnect track.
NOTE
Occasionally check track for signs of slack and loss of tension.
Drive slowly over rough terrain
and during turns.
6.
Record the BDAR action taken.
When mission is complete, as soon as practical, repair the equipment/system
using standard maintenance procedures.
10-13
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