TM 9-2320-387-24-2
lIzHe 14-1. Mechanical lYoubieshooting (Cont’d).
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TEST OR INSPECTION
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38. BRAKE PEDAL PULSATlON
Check brake rotor lateral runout (para. 22-3). Turn or replace any rotor not meeting specifications.
END OF TESTING!
Check for seized or binding brake caliper pistons. Repair any binding or seized caliper pistons
(para. 22-4).
END OF TESTING!
WHEELS, SUSPENSION,
AND STEERING
39. ERRATIC BRAKING ACTION
40. POOR DIRECTIONAL STABILITY OR UNEVEN TlRE WEAR
Step 1.
Check for proper tire inflation (TM 9-2320-387-10).
Step 2.
Check front and rear ball joints. Replace front or rear ball joints if worn (para. 6-24).
Step 3.
Check front and rear tie rods. Replace front or rear tie rods if worn (para. 8-13).
Step 4.
Check front and rear wheel alignment (para. 21-8).
END OF TESTING!
4 1. NOISY SUSPENSION
Check for broken or cracked springs or spring seats. Replace any damaged springs or spring seats
(para. 24-5).
END OF TESTING!
42.
HARD STEERING OR EXCESWE
PLAY IN STEERlNG
Step 1.
Check power steering reservoir (TM 9-2320-387-10).
Step 2.
Bleed power steering system (para. 8-27).
Step 3.
Check front ball joints. Replace front or rear ball joints if worn (para. 6-24).
Step 4.
Check front tie rods. Replace tie rods if worn (para. 8-13).
Step 5.
Check centerlink. Replace centerlink if damaged or worn (para. 8-15).
Step 6.
Check idler arm. Replace idler arm if worn (para. 8-17).
Step 7.
Check front wheel alignment (para. 21-8).
END OF TESTING!
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