TM 9-2330-381-14
Troubleshooting
Symptom
procedure
task no.
Gooseneck will not adjust or adjustments are sluggish......................................................
Gooseneck drifts down, drops, or will not support itself .....................................................
Oil or air relieving from gooseneck cylinder air reservoir ...................................................
Steering will not adjust......................................................................................................
Steering pressure indicator light comes on .......................................................................
Semitrailer steering does not track properly ......................................................................
Steering pressure indicator does not light when pressure is low ........................................
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
All lamps do not light ........................................................................................................
One or more (but not all) lights will not light ......................................................................
Dim or flickering lights ......................................................................................................
WHEELS, TIRES, AND HUBS
Wheel wobbles.................................................................................................................
Excessive or uneven tire wear ..........................................................................................
BRAKES
No brakes or weak brakes ................................................................................................
3-5.
OPERATOR/CREW TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
a. Table 3-1 lists the common malfunctions which may be found during the operation of the semitrailer. Perform
tests/inspections and corrective maintenance in the order listed.
b. This section cannot list all malfunctions that may occur, nor all tests or inspections and corrective actions. If a
malfunction is not listed or is not corrected by the listed corrective actions, notify your supervisor or unit
maintenance.
c. Before trying to troubleshoot the semitrailer, be sure you understand the basic operating instructions outlined in
Change 1 3-17
