Table 1. Unit Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) for the M915 Family of Vehicles - Continued.

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Table 1. Unit Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS)

for the M915 Family of Vehicles - Continued.

LOCATION

ITEM TO

ITEM

MAN-

CHECK/

NOT FULLY MISSION

NO.

INTERVAL HOURS

SERVICE

PROCEDURE

CAPABLE IF:

e. Lubricate grease fitting (9) on

Semi-

0.6

Front Axle

(Con't) annual

trunnion side of steering gear,

Steering

near output shaft, with grease

Components,

(Item 23, WP 0312 00).

Lubrication

Semi-

Front Axle

a. Check for looseness in steering

column U-joints.

annual

Steering

Components,

Inspection

b. Check steering gear for leaks

and loose mounting bolts and

components. Tighten or replace

any damaged component, if

authorized.

c. Check tie-rod and drag link for

movement by attempting to

move by hand. Visually check

ball joint ends for worn or dam-

aged dust seals. If movement or

damage is present, make repairs

if authorized.

d. Inspect all steering lines and fit-

tings for looseness, damage or

leaks. Tighten if loose or

replace if damaged.

e. Check adjustment of front axle

steering stops (14). With brakes

fully applied, turn steering

wheel to one side to end of

travel. Check both sides of vehi-

cle for interference at tires and

wheels. Minimum clearance is

1/2 in (1.3 cm) from any fixed

object and 3/4 in (1.9 cm) from

any moving object. Repeat for

opposite end of steering wheel

travel. Make adjustments as

required.

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