TM 5-3825-229-14&P
Table 3-1. Operator Troubleshooting Table (cont)
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
11.
EXCESSIVELY WORN, SCUFFED OR CUPPED TIRES (cont)
Step 1 (cont)
a.
Normal highway tire pressure is 75 psi (517 kPa). Measure cold tire pressure and inflate
all tires to this level when needed.
NOTE
If the terrain is soft (sand/mud) operate the tires at 35 psi (241 kPa).
b. If tire pressure is normal, 75 psi (517 kPa), go to Step 2.
Step 2.
Check for loose, cracked or broken wheels.
a.
If wheels are loose, tighten nuts. Torque nuts to 400-450 ft. Ibs. (542-617 Nm).
CAUTION
Turn nuts on left wheel counterclockwise to tighten, clockwise to loosen. Nuts on right
wheel are turned clockwise to tighten and counterclockwise to loosen. Failure to follow
this system will result in damage to the equipment.
b.
If wheel is cracked or broken, notify Organizational Maintenance.
c.
If wheel is secure, and not cracked or broken, go to Step 3.
Step 3.
Check suspension system for damaged springs and loose or missing bolts or nuts.
a.
If suspension is damaged or has loose or missing bolts or nuts, notify Organizational
Maintenance.
b.
If suspension system is not damaged, and all hardware is complete and tight, go to Step
4.
Step 4.
Check tracking for indication of axle misalignment.
a.
If the axle appears to be misaligned, notify Organizational Maintenance.
b.
If the above steps do not correct the malfunction, notify Organizational Maintenance.
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