TM 55-8115-204-23&P
Table 2-1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services
W = Weekly
M = Monthly
Item
Interval
Item To Be
Procedures
No.
W
M
Inspected
1
X
Cargo Container Exterior
Visually inspect exterior
side wall surface for damage
or corrosion under normal*
environmental conditions.
X
Visually inspect end wall
surfaces for damage or
corrosion under normal*
environmental conditions.
X
Visually inspect top wall
for damage (deformation) or
corrosion under normal*
conditions.
X
Inspect external walls to
determine if surfaces need
painting.
2
X
Perform step 1 procedures
under unusual** environmental
conditions.
3
X
Door Assemblies, Right
Check door latching
and Left
mechanisms (1, fig. 2-1) for
damage such as bent rods or
handles.
X
Inspect door panels for
punctures, dents, or other
damage.
X
Open the doors (1 and 2,
fig. 2-2) and inspect all
surfaces for corrosion and
areas that need painting.
X
Inspect restraining chains
(2, fig. 2-1) for damage.
X
Check door latching
mechanism to insure that rod
latching ends are adequately
lubricated. Lubricate
latching mechanism at points
shown in Figure 2-1 using
2-4
