TM 9-2320-260-20
Table 2-1. Unit Level Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Contd).
NOT FULLY
ITEM TO
PROCEDURE
INTERVAL
ITEM
MISSION
CHECK/
CAPABLE IF:
SERVICE
Semi-
Steering
a. Check steering wheel and ensure it does not exceed
7
annual
more than 1-in. (2.5 cm) free play.
system
Steering wheel
b. Turn steering wheel through full range and check
for binding or excessive steering.
binds, or
excessive steering
is evident.
AFTER ROAD TEST
Perform all After (A) operation, Weekly (W), and
Monthly (M) checks in TM 9-2320-260-10 PMCS
and make the following inspections in given order,
including kit items on vehicles so-equipped.
WARNING
Do not perform battery system checks or
q
inspections near open flame. Injury to
personnel may result.
q Remove all jewelry. If jewelry or disconnected
ground cable contacts battery terminal, a
direct short will result, and may cause injury
to personnel.
Semi-
Check and record specific gravity of each cell. Check
a. Batteries are
Batteries
8
annual
cracked, leaking,
electrolyte level. If low, add distilled water. Inspect
broken, burned, or
battery cables for frays, splits, corrosion, and security.
posts are broken.
Clean top of batteries and lightly coat terminals with
GAA grease (TM 9-2320-200-14).
b. If cell is below
1.285 specific
gravity.
c. Cables are
frayed, split, or
loose.
Test air cleaner indicator (1) for proper operation
Air cleaner indica-
Air
Semi-
9
annual
(TM 9-2320-260-10).
tor is inoperative
cleaner
indicator
or red band is
showing.
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