TM 9-2320-363-20-1
Table 3-1. Troubleshooting (Cont)
Malfunction
Test or inspection
Corrective action
STEERING SYSTEM (CONT)
Step 2.
Check for faulty steering wheel or column.
Replace steering wheel or column (page 4-606).
Step 3.
Check for faulty universal joint.
Replace universal joint (page 4-608).
Step 4.
Check for faulty tie rod, pitman arm, or drag link.
Replace tie rod, pitman arm, or drag link (page 4-611).
2. UNIVERSAL SHAFT FAILS.
Step 1.
Check for faulty universal shaft.
Replace universal shaft (page 4-608).
Step 2.
Check for faulty yoke assembly.
Replace universal shaft (page 4-608).
Step 3.
Check for faulty attaching hardware.
Tighten or replace attaching hardware (page 4-608).
3. TIE ROD AND/OR DRAG LINK AND/OR PITMAN ARM FAILS.
Step 1.
Check for lack of lubrication.
Replace tie rod assembly (notify direct support maintenance).
Step 2.
Check for corrosion.
Replace tie rod assembly (notify direct support maintenance).
4. HOSE ASSEMBLY FAILS (LEAKS).
Step 1.
Check for loose or damaged fittings.
Tighten or replace fittings (page 4-613).
Step 2.
Check for cracked or brittle hose.
Replace hose assembly (page 4-613).
Step 3.
Check for extreme temperature conditions.
Replace hose assembly (page 4-613).
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