TM 9-2330-389-14&P
3-5.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM INDEX.
Troubleshooting
Procedure
Page
BRAKES
Weak or no brakes ................................................................................................................ 3-6
Excessive hydraulic fluid leak ................................................................................................ 3-6
WHEELS AND TRACKS
Excessive tire sidewall wear .................................................................................................. 3-7
Table 3-1. Operator/Crew Troubleshooting
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
BRAKES
NOTE
Track prime movers (M113 series, etc.) are not equipped with airline gladhands,
therefore will not connect with the M200A1 brake system.
1.
WEAK OR NO BRAKES.
Check for open draincock on air reservoir (refer to TM 9-2330-205-14&P).
Close draincock.
Check for closed air valves on towing vehicle (refer to -10 TM of towing vehicle).
Open air valves.
Check air line gladhands for proper connection (emergency-to-emergency and service-to-service) (refer to
TM 9-2330-205-14&P).
Reconnect.
If you still have no brakes, notify unit maintenance.
Check for hydraulic fluid leaks (refer to TM 9-2330-205-14&P).
Notify unit maintenance.
2.
EXCESSIVE HYDRAULIC FLUID LEAK.
Check for evidence of leaking brake fluid around brake drum and backing plate assembly which could indicate
saturated brake shoes.
Notify unit maintenance.
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