TM 9-2330-235-14&P
Table 2-1.
Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) (Con't).
B-Before
D-During
A-After
W-Weekly
INTERVAL
ITEM TO BE INSPECTED
EQUIPMENT IS NOT
ITEM B
D
A
W PROCEDURE: CHECK FOR AND HAVE REPAIRED, FILLED, OR
READY/AVAILABLE IF
NO.
adjusted as needed.
2
WHEELS
Check wheels for damage. Ensure that all wheel stud
Two or more wheel stud nuts
nuts are present and secure. If wheel stud nuts are
missing on one wheel.
obviously loose, notify Organizational Maintenance to
apply proper torque.
3
INTERVEHICULAR AIR HOSE
Ensure that intervehicular air hose is in good condition
Missing or damaged air hose or
and securely connected. Check for missing or
air coupling preformed packing.
damaged air coupling preformed packing.
4
INTERVEHICULAR CABLE
Ensure that intervehicular cable is in good condition
and connectors are correctly connected and secured
in mounting clips.
5
HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM LINES AND FIT-
TINGS
Check under trailer and around fittings for signs of
Any leaks are found.
leaks.
6
FRAME AND TOWING ATTACHMENTS
a. Visually check frame for cracks or broken welds.
Frame is cracked or has a broken
weld.
b. Visually check for obviously loose, damaged, or
Drawbar coupler or safety chains
missing drawbar coupler and safety chains.
loose, damaged, or missing.
7
BRAKES
a. Couple trailer to towing vehicle (para 2-8) and fully
Any signs of leakage are found.
charge airbrake system. Listen for air leaks.
b. Check brakes for proper operation. Engage brakes
Brakes fail to operate.
and attempt to pull trailer forward.
c. Check handbrakes for proper operation. Adjust
handbrake lever as required (para 3-7).
8
LIGHTS
Connect intervehicular cable and check lights for
proper operation. Check for damage to intervehicular
cable and lights.
9
LEVELING JACKS AND RETRACTABLE SUPPORT
ASSEMBLY
Check leveling jacks and retractable support assem-
Leveling jacks and retractable
bly for proper operation, secure mounting, and loose
support assembly do not operate
or missing parts.
or have loose or missing parts.
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