SECTION IV. TROUBLESHOOTING - TM-55-1730-227-13-P0037

TM 55-1730-227-13&P

SECTION IV. TROUBLESHOOTING

3-13. Listed below are malfunctions that could possibly occur during use. Areas

to be inspected and action required for specific problems are also included.

Corrective Action

Malfunction

Inspect

Replace (see para 3-64).

Brake assembly for broken

Brakes are unable to

(AVIM)

components.

hold trailer from

rolling.

Replace (see para 3-64).

Brake linings for excessive

(AVIM)

wear.

Clean or replace (see

Brake Iining and brake

para 3-64).

drum for signs of grease.

Replace (see para

If present, inspect wheel

3-61).

hub grease seals for

defects.

Adjust (see para 3-9,

Wheel bearings for

Noise from wheels.

step m). (AVIM)

looseness.

Replace (see para 3-61).

Wheel bearings for

(AVIM)

wear.

Tighten (see para 3-55).

Wheel rim assembly for

looseness.

Lubricate (see para

Tie rod ends for proper

Trailer is hard to

lubrication.

3-8a).

turn.

King pin support tubes

Lubricate (see para

for proper lubrication.

3-8b).

Tie rod assembly for

Repair or replace (see

bends or distortion.

Para 3-45 or 3-46).

Repair or replace (see

King pin for distortion

para 3-52 or 3-53). (AVIM)

or binding.

Inflate tires to 65 psi.

Front tires for low in-

flation pressure.

Wheel bearings for loose-

Adjust (see para 3-9,

Uneven tire wear.

step m). (AVIM)

ness.

Tires for high or low

Tires to be inflated to

pressure.

65 psi.

3-9