EXCESSIVE OR UNEVEN TIRE WEAR

TM 9-2320-386-10

Table 3-1. Troubleshooting (Contd).

MALFUNCTION

TEST OR INSPECTION

CORRECTIVE ACTION

c. Replace worn or damaged wheel and tire with spare (para. 3-9).

Step 3. Notify unit maintenance if condition continues.

END OF TESTING!

18. EXCESSIVE OR UNEVEN TIRE WEAR

Perform malfunction 17, step 2.

END OF TESTING!

19. VEHICLE WANDERS OR PULLS TO ONE SIDE ON LEVEL SURFACE OR HIGHWAY

Perform malfunction 17, step 2.

END OF TESTING!

STEERING

20. HARD STEERING

Step 1. Check air pressure in tires.

Inflate or deflate tires to correct air pressure (para. 3-9).

Step 2. Check that manual shutoff valve is open (para. 3-12).

Step 3. Check power steering assist cylinder, drag link, and lines for leaks

and damage.

a. Tighten loose fittings.

NOTE

In the event of a catastrophic failure to the power

steering assist system, the manual shutoff valve can

be closed and operation of the vehicle continued using

manual steering.

b. If steering assist cylinder, drag link, or lines are broken or

damaged, notify unit maintenance.

END OF TESTING!

21. OIL LEAKS

Step 1. Check for loose or missing plugs.

a. If loose, tighten.

b. If missing, notify unit maintenance.

Step 2. Check for damaged steering components. If damaged, notify unit

maintenance.

END OF TESTING!