TM 9-2320-289-20Table 2-3. Mechanical Troubleshooting (Con’t)MALFUNCTIONTEST OR INSPECTIONCORRECTIVE ACTIONStep 4.Check wheels for improper balancing. (See TM 9-2610-200-24)43. EXCESSIVEStep 1.Step 2.Step 3.44.STEERINGPLAY IN STEERINGCheck 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 steeringfluid will have milky appearance if it contains air. If there is air in system, inspectpump and hoses for leakage.Tighten hoses if leaking. If still leaking, replace pump and/or hoses (seeparagraphs 8-15 and 8-14) and bleed power steering system (seeparagraph 8-8).NOTEIf 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 ASSISTStep 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) Tightenhoses if leaking, If still leaking, replace pump and/or hoses. (See paragraphs8-15 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 paragraph8-13) or connecting rod (see paragraphbe replaced, notify your supervisor.2-52Change 28-10) as required. If kingpins need to
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