TM 9-2320-289-20
Table 2-3. Mechanical Troubleshooting (Cont)
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Step 4.
Check wheels for improper balancing. (See TM 9-2610-200-24)
43. EXCESSIVE
Step 1.
Step 2.
Step 3.
44.
STEERING
PLAY IN STEERING
Check for incorrect tire pressure. (See TM 9-2320-289-10)
Inspect connecting rod, pitman arm, and tie-rod ends for looseness or wear.
Tighten or replace as required. (See paragraph 8-10, 8-11, or 8-13)
Inspect power steering pump reservoir for air in power steering fluid. Power steering
fluid will have milky appearance if it contains air. If there is air in system, inspect
pump and hoses for leakage.
Tighten hoses if leaking. If still leaking, replace pump and/or hoses (see
paragraphs 8-15 and 8-14) and bleed power steering system (see
paragraph 8-8).
NOTE
If there is Loctite on bolts, DO NOT tighten without reapplying Loctite
(Item 30, Appendix C).
Step 4.
Inspect steering gear.
If loose, tighten mounting bolts 75 Ib.-ft. (102 N-m).
Step 5.
Clean, inspect, and adjust wheel bearings. (See paragraphs 8-4 and 8-5)
Replace if required.
HARD STEERING OR LACK OF ASSIST
Step 1.
Check for incorrect tire pressure. (See TM 9-2320-289-10)
Step 2.
Inspect power steering pump belt for looseness or wear. (See paragraph 8-15)
Step 3.
Inspect power steering pump reservoir for contamination and insufficient fluid;
inspect power steering pump and hoses for leakage.
If fluid is contaminated, flush with clean fluid. (See paragraph 8-8) Tighten
hoses if leaking, If still leaking, replace pump and/or hoses. (See paragraphs
8-15 and 8-14)
Step 4.
Check for binding in steering linkage at tie-rod ends, connecting rod, and kingpins.
Lubricate (see LO 9-2320-289-12) or redate tie-rod ends (see paragraph
8-13) or connecting rod (see paragraph
be replaced, notify your supervisor.
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8-10) as required. If kingpins need to