TM 9-2330-372-14&P
TABLE 2-1. OPERATOR/CREW PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES-continued
B - BEFORE
D-DURING
A-AFTER
W-WEEKLY
M-MONTHLY
ITEM TO BE INSPECTED
PROCEDURE: CHECK FOR
INTERVAL
AND HAVE REPAIRED,
EQUIPMENT IS NOT
ITEM
FILLED OR ADJUSTED
READY OR AVAILABLE
NUMBER
BD
AWM
AS NEEDED
IF:
2.
WHEELS
Check wheels for damage, wheel nuts
Two or more lug nuts missing on one
for looseness and presence.
wheel.
3.
BRAKES
(glad-hands) for security or damage.
b. Couple towing vehicle and air
Air leaks are noted.
hose to trailer and check for leaks.
c. Check for proper operation of
Brakes fail to operate.
brakes by engaging trailer brakes
and attempt to pull the vehicle forward.
4.
LIGHTS
NOTE
An assistant is required when checking
brake lights.
a. Inspect for damaged or missing
b. If tactical situation permits,
connect towing vehicle electrical cable to
trailer and check lights for proper
operation.
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