TM 1-1740-221-13&P&P
FIELD MAINTENANCE
TIRES, FRONT AND REAR AXLES TROUBLESHOOTING
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools and Special Tools
General Mechanic Tool Box (WP 0157, Item 24)
Personnel Required
91B Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic
References
TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE
CPS ACCESSORIES TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES
WARNING
Do not attempt to service or otherwise make any adjustments, connections, or re-connections
of wires until Standard Aircraft Towing System (SATS) is shut down and batteries are
disconnected. Remove all rings, watches, and other jewelry when performing maintenance on
this equipment.
The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required when using or handling hazardous
materials associated with operating and maintaining equipment (jet fuel, hydraulic luid, brake
luid, ethylene glycol, cleaning solvents, compressed air, and engine/axle oil). Failure to use
PPE when handling these materials could result in injury or death.
BRANCH 1.
TIRE (S) TREAD WEAR UNEVEN
1. Check pressure on all four tires (WP 0092).
CONDITION/INDICATION
Is tire pressure 80 PSI in each tire?
DECISION
YES Proceed to Step 2.
NO Inlate tires to 80 PSI.
BRANCH 2.
2.
Check leaf springs for damage and proper mounting (WP 0094).
CONDITION/INDICATION
Are leaf springs secure with no damage?
DECISION
YES Proceed to Step 3.
NO Secure or replace defective leaf springs (WP 0094).
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