TM 9-2330-384-14&P
Table 4-2. Unit Troubleshooting Procedures (Con't).
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Step 5.
Check wheel bearing adjustment (see paragraph 4-47).
Adjust wheel bearings (see paragraph 4-47).
Step 6.
Check axle alinement (see paragraph 4-31).
Aline axles (see paragraph 4-31).
Step 7.
Check for bent axle (see paragraph 4-32).
If axle is bent, notify direct support maintenance to replace axle.
12. DUAL TIRES RUBBING
Remove tire (see paragraph 4-45). Inspect for bent spacer.
Step 1.
If spacer is bent, replace (see paragraph 4-45).
Inspect for bent rim (see paragraphs 4-45 and 4-49).
Step 2.
If rim is bent, replace (see paragraph 4-49).
SUSPENSION
13. SEMITRAILER OUT OF ALINEMENT WITH TRACTOR (DOG TRAILING)
Inspect spring leaves for breaks or cracks (see paragraph 4-56).
Step 1.
If breaks or cracks are found, replace springs on each end of axle (see
Check to see if U-bolts are loose and springs are out of alinement in frame hangers
Step 2.
(see paragraph 4-56).
Loosen U-bolt nuts. Tap on springs to aline in frame hangers. Torque U-bolt
nuts in a diagonal sequence to 360 lb.-ft. (488 Nm) (see paragraph 4-56).
Check axle alinement (see paragraph 4-31).
Step 3.
Aline axles (see paragraph 4-31).
Check for bent axle (see paragraph 4-32).
Step 4.
If axle is bent, notify direct support maintenance to replace axle.
14. IMPROPER SPRING ACTION
Inspect spring leaves for breaks or cracks (see paragraph 4-56).
Step 1.
If breaks or cracks are found, replace springs on each end of axle (see
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