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Table 3-1. Operator/Crew Troubleshooting Table - CONT
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
WHEELS, TIRES, AND HUBS
28.
WHEEL WOBBLES
Step 1.
Check for loose or missing lug nuts and missing or broken lugs (table 2-1, item 19, step a).
a. If lug nuts are loose, tighten and notify unit maintenance that nuts require torquing.
b. If lug nuts or lug studs are broken or missing, notify unit maintenance.
Step 2.
Check for bent wheel.
a. If wheel is bent, notify unit maintenance.
b. If replaced wheel still wobbles after replacement, notify unit maintenance.
29.
EXCESSIVE OR UNEVEN TIRE WEAR
Step 1.
Check tires for proper size and type.
If a tire is not a 215/75 R17.5 or if more than one tire is incorrect size, notify unit maintenance.
Step 2.
a. If pressure is low, inflate tires to 85 psi (586 kPa).
b. If tire will not hold pressure, notify unit maintenance.
Step 3.
If wheel is bent, notify unit maintenance.
Step 4.
Check for loose wheel.
a. If lug nuts are loose, tighten and notify unit maintenance that lug nuts require torquing.
b. If reason for tire wear has not been found, notify unit maintenance.
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