Table 4-4. Organizational Troubleshooting Chart - continued

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Table 4-4. Organizational Troubleshooting Chart.(Continued)

MALFUNCTION

TEST OR INSPECTION

CORRECTIVE ACTION

61. EXCESSIVE STEERING WHEEL KICK-BACK OR LOOSE STEERING.

Step 1. Inspect system for air in lines.

Add oil to pump reservoir and bleed by operating steering.

Check all connections.

Step 2. Inspect for loose steering gear.

Tighten steering gear.

62. HARD STEERING.

Step 1. Inspect ball joint lubrication.

Lubricate as necessary.

Step 2. Check tires for proper inflation.

Inflate to recommended pressure.

Step 3. Inspect for bent frame.

Refer to next higher level of maintenance.

FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY

63. POOR DIRECTIONAL STABILITY.

Step 1. Inspect ball joint lubrication.

Lubricate as necessary.

Step 2. Check tires for proper inflation.

Inflate to recommended pressure.

Step 3. Inspect for loose wheel bearings.

Adjust wheel bearings.

Step 4. Inspect for broken springs.

64. FRONT/REAR SHIMMY.

Step 1. Check tires for proper balance.

Balance wheel/tires.

Step 2. Inspect for loose or worn wheel bearings.

Replace wheel bearings (paragraph 4-234).

Step 3. Inspect for malfunctioning shock absorber.

Replace shock absorber (paragraph 4-231).

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