TM9-2330-374-14&P
O r g a n i z a t i o n a l Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services
T a b l e 4-1.
A-Annually
S-Semiannually
I t e m To Be Inspected
Procedure:
Check for and have repaired, filled, or
Item
a d j u s t e d as needed.
A
S
No.
SPRINGS
a . C h e c k springs for any evidence of damage or sagging.
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b. Check for shifted leaves.
DATA PLATES
5
Replace
Assure legibility and condition of data plate.
damaged or disfigured plate (para. 4-56).
BODY
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R e p l a c e broken window glass.
a . Check windows for damage.
R e p l a c e window assembly, if damaged (para. 4-50).
Replace
defective
b . C h e c k doors and latches for damage.
latches and doors (para. 4-52, 4-53).
c. Check overall body condition for evidence of rotted
R e p a i r body as necessary.
wood, gouges and other damage.
ROAD TEST
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a. P e r f o r m road test. G i v e s p e c i a l a t t e n t i o n t o i t e m s t h a t
were repaired or adjusted.
WARNING
O v e r h e a t e d brake drums and hubs can cause severe burns
if not touched carefully.
b.
Check brake drums and hubs immediately after road test;
cautiously feel brake drums and hubs.
NOTE
A n overheated wheel hub and brake drum
indicates an improperly adjusted or
defective brake or dry wheel bearing. An
abnormally cool condition indicates an
inoperative brake.
c. B e a l e r t d u r i n g r o a d t e s t s f o r a n y u n u s u a l n o i s e s t h a t
may indicate damage or looseness in springs.
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