TM 9-2330-357-14&P
Table 4-2. Organizational Troubleshooting (Con't).
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
TIRES
9. EXCESSIVELY WORN, SCUFFED, OR CUPPED TIRES.
Step 1.
Check for loose wheels.
Torque wheel lugnuts to 450-500 lb.-ft. (610-678 N m).
Step 2.
Check for loose wheel bearings.
Adjust wheel bearings (para 4-46).
Inspect for worn bearing races or spindle if wheel bearings cannot be adjusted. Replace
worn bearing races or spindle (para 4-46).
Step 3.
Check for defective or loose torque rods.
Replace defective or loose torque rods (para 4-52).
SUSPENSION SYSTEM
10. PULLS TO ONE SIDE.
Step 1.
Perform troubleshooting Malfunction 8.
Step 2.
Check wheel bearing adjustment.
Adjust wheel bearings (para 4-46).
Inspect for worn bearing races or spindle if wheel bearings cannot be adjusted. Replace
worn bearing races or spindle (para 4-46).
Step 3.
Check for defective or loose torque rods.
Replace defective or loose torque rods (para 4-52).
11. LEANS TO ONE SIDE.
Step 1.
Check for loose or damaged U-bolts.
Notify Direct Support Maintenance if U-bolts are loose or damaged.
Step 2.
Check for broken or sagging spring.
Notify Direct Support Maintenance if springs are broken or sagging.
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