TM 5-2330-325-14&P
Table 4-3. Unit Troubleshooting (Continued)
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
BRAKES (Continued)
Step 3.
Check for weak or broken brake shoe return spring.
If return spring is defective, replace in accordance with paragraph 4-47.
If return spring is not defective, proceed to step 4.
Step 4.
Check for defective air brake chamber.
If air brake chamber is defective, replace air brake chamber in accordance with
If air brake chamber is not defective, proceed to step 5.
Step 5.
Check for low pressure.
Perform leakage test. Repair or replace leaking air lines, hoses or connections in
accordance with paragraph 4-58.
6.
BRAKE DRUM RUNNING HOT.
Step 1.
Check brake adjustment.
If brakes are out-of-adjustment, adjust brakes in accordance with paragraph 4-48.
If brake adjustment is correct, proceed to step 2.
Step 2.
Check for weak or broken brake shoe return spring.
If return spring is weak or broken, replace return spring in accordance with
If return spring is not defective, proceed to step 3.
Step 3.
Check for out-of-round brake.
Notify Direct Support Maintenance.
7.
UNEVEN BRAKING.
Step 1.
Check brake adjustment.
If brakes are out-of-adjustment, adjust brakes in accordance paragraph 4-48.
If brake adjustment is correct, proceed to step 2.
Step 2.
Check for grease on brake lining.
If grease is present, replace grease seal and brake lining in accordance with 4-47.
