Table 5-2. Direct Support Troubleshooting-continued -706880679

TM 5-4210-233-14&P-1

Table 5-2. Direct Support Troubleshooting - Continued

MALFUNCTION

TEST OR INSPECTION

CORRECTIVE ACTION

STEERING SYSTEM- Continued

STEERING WHEEL HAS EXCESSIVE BACKLASH

Step 1. Check pitman arm and tie rod ends.

Replace pitman arm and tie rod ends (see para 5-40).

Step 2. Check adjustment of drag link.

Adjust as required (see para 5-40).

Step 3. Check tightness of component mounting hardware.

Tighten mounting hardware as required.

Step 4. Check steering gear.

Replace or repair steering gear (see para 4-161 or 5-39).

WHEELS WILL NOT ATTEMPT TO RETURN TO STRAIGHT-AHEAD POSITION

Step 1. Check backlash in miter box.

Replace or repair miter box (see para 4-219).

Step 2. Check for looseness in tie rod ends.

Replace tie rod ends (see para 5-40).

Step 3. Check for loose steering shaft or worn splines.

Replace steering shaft (see para 4-160).

Step 4. Check axle king pins.

Replace axle king pins (see para 5-40).

Step 5. Check steering pump oil flow.

Replace or repair steering pump (see para 5-26).

WHEEL TURN ANGLE RESTRICTED

Check steering gear relief plungers.

Adjust as required (see para 5-39).

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