TM 9-2320-272-10
Table 3-1. Troubleshooting (Contd).
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
19.
PARKING BRAKE DOES NOT HOLD VEHICLE.
Step 1.
Check parking brake handle position.
If partially applied, pull parking brake handle all the way up.
Step 2.
Check handle adjustment.
Turn knob on end of lever clockwise to increase braking action (para. 3-17).
20.
PARKING BRAKE DRAGS OR OVERHEATS.
Step 1.
Check parking brake handle position.
If partially applied, push parking brake handle all the way down.
Step 2.
Check handle adjustment.
Turn knob on end of lever counterclockwise to decrease braking action (para. 3-17).
WHEELS, TIRES, AND HUBS
21.
WHEEL WOBBLES OR SHIMMIES.
Step 1.
Check for loose wheel stud nuts.
If loose, tighten.
Notify unit maintenance to retighten to proper torque.
Step 2.
Check for cupping or missing rubber on tire.
Replace tire (para. 3-11).
22.
EXCESSIVE OR UNEVEN TIRE WEAR.
Check air pressure in tires.
Inflate or deflate tires to correct air pressure (refer to table 1-10).
23.
VEHICLE WANDERS OR PULLS TO ONE SIDE ON LEVEL SURFACE OR HIGHWAY.
Check air pressure in tires.
Inflate or deflate tires to correct air pressure (refer to table 1-10).
STEERING
24.
HARD STEERING.
Step 1.
Check air pressure in tires.
Inflate or deflate tires to correct air pressure (refer to table 1-10).
Step 2.
Check power steering reservoir oil level.
If low, add oil to FULL mark on dipstick (refer to LO 9-2320-272-12).
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