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TM 5-4210-233-14&P-1
Table 5-2. Direct Support Troubleshooting - Continued
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
STEERING SYSTEM- Continued
7
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).
8
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).
9
WHEEL TURN ANGLE RESTRICTED
Check steering gear relief plungers.
Adjust as required (see para 5-39).
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