TM 9-2330-231-14&P
TRAILER-TO-TRAILER CONNECTIONS
Key
Control/Indicator
Function
1
Pintle
Used to couple trailer to tandem trailer.
2
Eyebolts
Safety chains from tandem trailer hooked to eyebolts to prevent tandem trailer from fully
breaking away.
3
Receptacle
Connects the towing vehicle's electrical system to tandem trailers.
4
Gladhands
Connects the towing vehicle's brake system to tandem trailers.
Section II. OPERATOR/CREW PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)
Page
Page
General ............................................................2-4
PMCS Column Description .................................2-6
Leakage Definitions ...........................................2-5
Special Instructions ...........................................2-5
Operator/Crew Preventive Mainte-
nance Checks and Services ........................2-6
GENERAL
This section contains instructions for performing PMCS on the trailer. The procedures list checks, services, and criteria to
ensure the trailer is prepared for operation. Perform checks and services at the specified intervals, keeping in mind the
following guidelines:
Do your before (B) PMCS just before operating the vehicle. Pay attention to the CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS.
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