TM 9-2320-273-20
MALFUNCTION.
TEST OR INSPECTION.
CORRECTIVE ACTION.
3.
VEHICLE WANDERS OR PULLS TO ONE SIDE (Continued):
Step 8.
Check wheel bearing adjustment by using a pry bar. No noticeable play is
allowable. Check for proper lubrication or damage.
Adjust, lubricate, or replace bearing (para 10-13 or 10-14, as applicable).
4.
LOST MOTION OR EXCESSIVE PLAY IN STEERING WHEEL:
Step 1.
Check free play. Tape a piece of stiff wire or weld rod to the instrument panel so
that one end is near the rim of the steering wheel. Turn the wheel to one extreme
of free travel (wheels do not move) and mark the wheel at the wire. Turn the
wheel the other way to the end of the free play and mark the wire position on the
wheel. Measure the free play around the circumference of the steering wheel.
Maximum free play with engine running is 2-1/2 inches.
Refer to Direct Support Maintenance.
Step 2.
Check drag link for looseness or damage.
Replace drag link (para 10-19).
Step 3.
Check tie rod for damage or loose end. No free play is allowable in tie rod end.
Adjust or replace tie rod (para 10-20).
Step 4.
Check pitman arm for damage.
Replace pitman arm (para 10-21).
Step 5.
Check pump reservoir for damage.
Replace reservoir (para 10-22).
Step 6.
Check auxiliary cylinder for damage. (M916 thru M920).
Replace cylinder (para 10-23).
5.
TEMPORARY INCREASE IN EFFORT WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL.
Step 1.
Check all steering linkage for proper lubrication.
Lubricate (LO 9-2320-273-12).
Step 2.
Check hydraulic reservoir for damage and leakage.
Replace reservoir (para 10-22).
10-7
Table 10-2. Steering Troubleshooting Procedures (Continued).
