TM-9-2320-361-24-1 Page 379

TM-9-2320-361-24-1 Field Maintenance Manual Volume 1 for M44A2 Series Trucks

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TM 9-2320-361-24-1 0023 00 0023 00-3 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS) (Contd) Table 1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) (Contd). ITEM NO. INTERVAL ITEM TO CHECK/ SERVICE PROCEDURE EQUIPMENT NOT READY/AVAILABLE IF: 4 5 6 Semiannually Semiannually Semiannually Semiannually Semiannually Semiannually Semiannually Semiannually Clutch Brakes Steering System Check clutch pedal (5) for 1.5–2.0 in. (3.8–5.0 cm) free travel. If not within limits, adjust clutch pedal (WP 0047 00). a. Reach a desired speed and lightly depress brake pedal (3) with a steady force. Vehicle should slow down immediately and stop smoothly, without noticeable side-pull or chatter. b. 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 (WP 0168 00). c. Check brake pedal (3) for 0.2–0.5 in. (.06–1.25 cm) free travel. If brake pedal adjustment is required (WP 0174 00). d. After stopping the vehicle, and with transmission in drive, release brake pedal (3). The brakes should release immediately and without difficulty. e. Inspect master cylinder for leaks, damage, and security. Tighten if loose, or replace if leaking or damaged (WP 0170 00). 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. If binding or excessive steering is noticed, refer to WP 0193 00. a. Service brakes do not operate properly, hydraulic or air leaks are evident. b. Pedal goes within 2 in. (5 cm) of floor. c. Brake pedal has too much free travel. d. Brakes do not release. e. Master cylinder is leaking or damaged. a. Steering wheel has too much free travel. b. Steering is excessive or wheel is binding