TM 9-2330-386-14&P
ORGANIZATIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE - Continued
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
SPRINGS AND SUSPENSION - continued
11. EXCESSIVELY WORN, SCUFFED, OR CUPPED TIRES - continued.
Check for loose wheels.
S t e p 2.
a. If wheels are loose, tighten wheel lug nuts.
b. If wheels are secure, go to step 3.
Step 3. Visually check for bent wheel.
a. Replace wheel, if bent.
b. If wheel is not bent, go to step 4.
Step 4. Check dual tires for proper matching according to wear. (See
TM 9-2610-200-24 for acceptable limits in matching tires.)
a. If necessary, remove and match tires.
b. If tires are properly matched, go to step 5.
Step 5. Check for loose or worn wheel bearings.
c. If wheel bearings are not loose or worn, go to step 6.
Remove wheel (para. 3-8) and check for deformed, cracked or scored
S t e p 6.
b r a k e drum.
b. If brake drum is scored, notify direct support maintenance.
Step 7. Check semitrailer tracking.
Notify direct support maintenance.
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