TB-9-2320-335-13&P HMMWV Operator and Field Maintenance, Parts, Tools M1151A1 M1152A1 M1165A1 Download

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TB 9-2320-335-13&P 2-41 WARNING Make sure that the area where you conduct these tests is free of natural and man-made obstructions. Failure to do so may result in serious injury. PRIOR T O PERFORMING THESE TESTS: Visually inspect steering components: 1. Check all four tires and rims for wear, inflation, damage, or warping. a. Adjust tire pressure (TM 9-2320-387-10). b. Replace any unserviceable rims (para. 8-4.1). 2. Check steering linkage for damage. a. Replace any damaged stering linkage components (para. 8-20.1). b. Lubricate steering linkage (TM 9-2320-387-10). 3. Check power steering fluid for contamination and level (TM 9-2320-387-10). a. Drain and replace any fluid that appears black and smells burnt. b. Bleed air from system where fluid appears milky white (TM 9-2320-387-24-1). 4. Check serpentine drivebelt for fraying, cracks, or damage. Replace damaged serpentine drivebelt (TM 9-2320-387-24-1).