TM 9-2320-289-20 Item No. — 24 25 26 T a b l e Interval Semi- Annual Semi- Annual Semi- Annual 2-1.  U n it Item To Be Inspected Steering System Trans- mission Transfer Level Preventive Maintenance Checks And Services for CUCV Procedure a.  Inspect  tie-rod  shock  absorber  for worn bushings, loose nuts, or leaks. b. Inspect pitman arm connecting rod, steering  knuckles,  and  tie  rod  assem- blies for cracks, breaks, mounting secu- rity, and deterioration of dust covers. If tie-rod socket moves on ball stud .015“ (0.4m) replace tie rod end. c. Check for presence of steering stops, Check for presence of cotter pins on all mounting nuts. If cotter pins are miss- ing, tighten pitman arm nut to 95 ft-lb, connecting rod nuts to 75 ft-lb, or tie rod mounting nuts to 40 ft-lbs as required, Install new cotter pins as required. d. If vehicle is being driven off road, in dust or mud, lubricate tie rod ends, con- necting rods, and kingpins at fittings with GAA. a. Inspect transmission case for loose bolts  and  leaks.  If  mounting  bolts  are loose, tighten to 80 ft-lb (108 N.m). b. Inspect transmission shift linkage for bends, excessive play and wear. Notify supervisor if any of these conditions ex- ist. c. Check transmission oil pan bolts for looseness. If loose, tighten to 125-160 in.lb (14-18 N.m). a. Inspect transfer case for loose bolts and leaks. If mounting bolts are loose, tighten to 30 ft-lb (41 N.m). b.   Inspect   shift   linkage   for   cracks, bends, wear, and play. c. Ensure that fillplug and drainplug are secure. If drainplug is loose, tighten to 30-40 ft-lb (41-54 N.m). Not  Mission Capable  If: a.  Any  damage  that will   prevent   opera- tion. b.   Tie   rods,   pitman arm,  connecting  rod worn  or  damaged. b.   Shift   linkage   un- serviceable. a.     Class     Ill     leak. Loose bolts. b.   Shift   linkage   un- serviceable. c. Class Ill leak. 2-20