C6, TM 9-2350-230-12
TABLE 8-17. PREVENTIVE-MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES - CONTINUED
Sequence
Item to be inspected
No.
Procedure
Reference
ROAD TEST - Continued
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Engine Governed
While testing in low range, accelerate
Speed, Performance
with wide open throttle from low speed
and No-Load Test -
to top speed. Listen for unusual noises
Continued
that might indicate loose, damaged, ex-
cessively worn parts, or loose mount-
ings. Repair and adjust linkage if nec-
essary.
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Engine and Trans-
Start engine and allow coolant to reach
mission Stall Test
operating temperature (1800 to 2000F).
(Based on use of
With brake pedal fully depressed, move
DF-2 fuel, NATOF-
shift lever to "4" position and fully ac-
54).
celerate engine for a maximum of 15 sec-
onds. The engine should develop 2100
rpm minimum. Failure to attain this
speed indicates engine malfunction. If
stall speed exceeds 2400 rpm trans-
mission trouble is indicated.
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Instruments and
Check instruments for normal indication.
Gages
CAUTION. If gages do not indicate nor-
mal readings after engine and transmission
have been run long enough to reach normal
operating temperature, stop engine and
refer to troubleshooting procedure table
operate without excessive fluctuation or un-
usual noises.
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Steering Controls
Move steering T-Bar through its entire
range and observe if steering response is
satisfactory. With vehicle operating at mod-
erate speed and T-Bar centered, observe if
there is any tendency to wander or pull to
one side. Repair and adjust linkage if nec-
essary.
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Transmission
Shift through all ranges, noticing if it shifts
smoothly without excessive vibration or un-
usual noise, and if vehicle response is satis-
factory. Compare driver's shift control lever
position with position of transmission shift
control lever. They should be synchronized
in all positions. Repair and adjust linkage if
necessary.
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