TM 5-2330-305-14
Table 4-2 ORGANIZATIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING (Cont)
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION/PROBABLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
3. WOBBLY TIRES.
Step 1. Check to see if tire wobble is due to uneven rim clamping.
Torque-tighten all rim clamps. (4.4.1.1)
Step 2. Check to see if any of the wheels or rims are bent.
Replace bent wheel or rim. (4.4.1.1)
4. LOSS OF TIRE AIR PRESSURE.
Step 1.
Check to see if the tire has been punctured.
Replace or repair punctured tire.
Step 2.
Check to see if the tire has a faulty valve or valve core.
Replace valve assembly or core.
Step 3. Check to see if the wheel or rim have been damaged.
Replace damaged wheel or rim. (4.4.1.1)
5. EXCESSIVE OR UNEVEN TIRE WEAR.
Step 1.
Check tire pressure to see if it is overinflated or underinflated.
Inflate the tire to the proper pressure of 85 psi.
Step 2.
Check to see if there are loose wheel stud nuts or clamps.
Tighten wheel stud nuts or clamps.
Step 3.
Check to see if there are loose or tight wheel bearing adjustments.
Adjust bearings as applicable. (Refer to Direct/General Support
Maintenance.)
Step 4.
Check to see if the tires are properly matched.
Match the tires.
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