TM-9-2350-273-BD M60 M48 Battle Damage Assessment and Repair Download
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8-7. BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE AT TRANSMISSION SLAVE CYLINDER General Information Brake fluid leakage at transmission slave cylinder normally occurs at the fluid line connections. Leakage occurs from over-tightening the fitting and powerpack vibration. Limitations: ● Limited braking if line is crimped Personnel/Time Required ● 2 soldiers ● 1-2 hours Materials/Tools: ● New or serviceable ring seal ● Spark plug gasket from gasoline engine ● Fine tooth file ● Hydraulic fluid, fuel, oil, or alcohol Other Options: CAUTION Braking capability will be severely altered if slave cylinder fluid supply line is crimped. Braking capability will not be available for that side of vehicle. This will cause vehicle to steer to one side when braking. l If slave cylinder cannot be repaired, cr Procedural Steps: 1. Gain access to leaking slave cylinder. 2. Remove slave cylinder. mp the fluid supply line so fluid will not leak. 3. Clean, file or scrape uneven spots on ring seal to a smooth mating surface for re- installation; See figure 1, item 1. 4. Re-install the slave cylinder using a new or used ring seal. A used ring-seal may be installed if reclamation procedures in step 3 have been accomplished. A spark plug seal from gasoline engine may be used as a ring seal. 5. Fill brake system with fluid. Use hydraulic fluid, fuel, oil, or alcohol when brake fluid is not available. Water may be used in above-freezing temperature. 6. Record the BDAR action taken. When the mission is completed, as soon as practicable, repair tank using standard maintenance procedures. 8-6 TM 9-2350-273-BD BRAKES