Table 3-1. Inspection Requirements (Cont)

TM 55-1740-200-14

Table 3-1. Inspection Requirements (Cont)

REQUIREMENT

INSPECTION

ITEM

MAJOR ASSEMBLY

Each Operation

Fuel System

Check fuel level (add if necessary)

Inspect fuel lines for loose connec-

Daily

tions and leaks

Intermediate

Check air filter

Periodic

Tighten carburetor mounting bolts

Daily

Check radiator water level

Cooling System

Daily

Check water pump for leaks

Daily

Check water hoses for leaks

Daily

Test antifreeze (Winter)

Daily

Check for loose or worn fan belt

Each Operation

Check brake pedal operation

Brake System

Each Operation

Check parking brake operation

Intermediate

Check master cylinder fluid level

Daily

Check all lines for fluid leaks

Check vacuum lines for breaks or

Intermediate

l o o s e connections

Intermediate

Remove and clean air filter

Each Operation

Engine

Check oil pressure gage reading

Daily

Check oil level (add if necessary)

Daily

Inspect crankcase for oil leaks

Intermediate

Check all mounting hardware

Check fluid lines for leaks and

Torque Converter

Daily

l o o s e connections

Daily

Check fluid level

Transmission

and

Daily

Check for oil leaks

Transfer case

Intermediate

Check lubricant level

Intermediate

Check propeller shaft connections

Daily

tire pressure (20 psi)

Axles and Tires

Check

Daily

tires for damage and uneven wear

Check

Daily

Check

and tighten mounting nuts

Intermediate

differential lubrication level

Check

requires verification of normal operation at frequencies

b. Daily inspection. The daily inspection is

between the daily and periodic inspections. The

accomplished following the last operation of the day, or

intermediate inspection is accomplished every three

preceding the next day's operation. Daily inspection

months or 2,000 miles of operation.

r e q u i r e m e n t s c o n s i s t of visual examination and

operational checks to ensure that the equipment can

d. Periodic inspection. The periodic inspection is a

safely and efficiently perform its assigned mission.

thorough and searching inspection of those items subject

to failure or discrepancy. The periodic inspection is

accomplished every 12,000 miles of operation.

c. Intermediate inspection. The intermediate

inspection is a combination of daily and intermediate

e. Special inspection. None required.

inspection requirements for checking equipment that

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