TM 9-2330-247-14&P
Table 4-1. Organizational Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS).
S-SEMIANNUAL
A-ANNUAL
INTERVAL
ITEM
NO.
PROCEDURES
s
A
NOTE
Perform operator/crew PMCS prior to or in conjunction with organizational
PMCS if:
a. There is a delay between the daily operation and the organizational PMCS.
b. Regular operator is not assisting/participating.
1
RETRACTABLE SUPPORTS
a. Inspect retractable supports and mounting for evidence of damage (breaks, cracks,
bent members, or broken welds). Check for freedom of movement and lubricate as re-
b. Disassemble, clean, inspect and pack wheel bearings (para 4-48).
2
BRAKES
a. Check handbrake for proper operation.
b. Check fluid level in master cylinder. Fluid level should be within in. (13 mm) from filler
opening. Add brake fluid as required (Chapter 3, Section l).
3
AIRBRAKE SYSTEM
a. Couple trailer to towing vehicle (para 2-10). Check for leaks in airbrake system by coat-
ing air lines with soapy water and looking for bubbles. No leaks are permissible.
4
WHEELS AND TIRES
a. Torque lug nuts to 450-500 Ib.-ft. (610-678 Nm) using tightening sequence shown.
TIGHTENING SEQUENCE
FOR LUG NUTS
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