Table 1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) for M878A2. cont'd

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Table 1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and

Services (PMCS) for M878A2 - Continued.

LOCATION

ITEM TO

ITEM

CHECK/

NOT FULLY MISSION

NO.

INTERVAL

SERVICE

PROCEDURE

CAPABLE IF:

UNDER

VEHICLE

Monthly

Steering Com- a. Check front axle steering compo- a. Any steering component is cracked,

ponents

nents for cracks, breaks, loose con-

broken or loose.

nections or other damage.

b. Inspect power steering gear, hydrau- b. Class III leaks are evident.

lic hoses, and fittings for evidence of

leaks.

REAR AND

RIGHT SIDE

Monthly

Fifth Wheel

a. Raise fifth wheel (WP 0005 00).

Assembly

b. Check for damage or leaks to b. Damage or Class III leaks are evi-

dent.

hydraulic hoses, locking valve, and

fifth wheel lift cylinders. Be alert for

leaks caused by loose head caps and

cylinder rod packings. If leakage is

noted, notify Unit Maintenance.

LIFT CYLINDERS

HYDRAULIC

LOCKING

HOSES

VALVE

HEAD

CAP

0012 00-30

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