DRAFT
TM 5-4210-249-13&P-2
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a.
Cleanliness.
Dirt, grease, oil, and debris only get in the way and may cover up a serious problem. Use solvent cleaning
compound on metal surfaces and soapy water on rubber.
b.
Bolts, Nuts, and Screws.
Check bolts, nuts, and screws for obvious looseness, missing, bent, or broken condition and tighten or replace as
necessary. If they cannot be checked with a tool, look for chipped paint, bare metal, or rust around bolt heads.
c.
Welds.
Look for loose or chipped paint, rust, or gaps where parts are welded together. If a cracked weld is found, notify the
Supervisor.
d.
Electrical Wires and Connectors.
Look for cracked or broken insulation, exposed wires, and loose or broken connectors. Tighten loose connectors
and make sure that wires are in good shape.
e.
Fluid Hoses, Tubes, and Fittings.
Look for wear, damage, or leaks. Make sure clamps and fittings are tight. Wet spots show leaks, but a stain
around a fitting or connector may also indicate a leak. If connector or fitting is loose, tighten it. If hoses, tubes, or
fittings are broken or worn out, repair or replace per applicable procedure.
f.
Air System Components.
Look for worn, damaged, or leaking components. Make sure clamps and fittings are tight. If a leak comes from a
loose fitting or connector, tighten it. If component is damaged or worn out, repair or replace per applicable
procedure.
g.
Damage.
Damage is defined as any condition that affects safety or would make the truck unserviceable for mission
requirements.
PMCS WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
Always observe the warnings and cautions appearing in your PMCS table. Warnings and cautions appear before
applicable procedures. You must observe these warnings and cautions to prevent serious injury to yourself or
prevent equipment being damaged.
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