TM 9-2320-361-20 Table 2-1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Contd). S-Semiannually A-Annually B-Biennially Item Interval Item to be No. Inspected Procedures S A B 4 • Clutch Check clutch pedal (5) for 1.5-2.0 in. (3.8-5.0 cm) free travel. If not within limits, adjust clutch pedal (para. 3-10). 5 • Brakes a. Check brake pedal (3) to make sure it stops no less than 2.0 in. (5.0 cm) above floor. If brake pedal (3) stops less than 2 in. (5.0 cm) above floor, check brakeshoe adjustment (para. 8-8). • b. Check brake pedal (3) for 0.2-0.5 in. (.06-1.25 cm) free travel. If brake pedal adjustment is required (para. 8-14). 6 • Steering system a. Check steering wheel (2) and make sure it does not exceed more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) free play. • b. Turn steering wheel (2) through full range and check for binding or excessive steering. 7 • Engine stop Stop engine (TM 9-2320-361-10). control AFTER ROAD TEST Perform all after-operation weekly and monthly checks in TM 9-2320-361-10 PMCS. Then make the following inspections in the order given, including kit items on vehicles so equipped. WARNING • Do not smoke, have open flame, or make sparks when performing battery maintenance. Batteries may explode causing severe injury to personnel. • Remove all jewelry such as rings, dog tags, bracelets, etc. If jewelry or disconnected battery ground cable contacts battery post, a direct short can result, causing damage to equipment or severe injury to personnel. 8 Ž Batteries Check and record specific gravity of each cell. Check electrolyte level. If low, add distilled water. Inspect battery cables for frays, splits, corrosion, and security. Clean top of batteries and lightly coat terminals with grease (TM 9-6140-200-14). 9 Ž Air cleaner Test air cleaner indicator for proper operation (para. 3-16). indicator 10 • Data, caution, Inspect for completeness, security, and readability. Replace if and warning necessary. plates 2-5
