TM 5-3810-306-20
TABLE 3-1. ORGANIZATIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING (CONTD)
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
30. HARD TO STEER EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT
Step 1.
Clogged or loose hydraulic lines or fittings.
a. Inspect hydraulic lines. If OK, do Step 2.
b. Clean or tighten lines and fittings as needed. (Refer
to pages 16-20 and 16-22.)
Step 2.
Insufficient lubricant on steer cylinder.
a. Lubricate cylinder. (Refer to LO 5-3810-306-12.)
Step 3.
Defective steer cylinder.
a. Replace steer cylinder. (Refer to page 13-2.)
31. REAR STEERING INOPERATIVE
Step 1.
Clogged, broken, or loose hydraulic lines or fittings.
a. Inspect hydraulic lines. If OK, do Step 2.
b. Clean, tighten, or replace lines or fittings. (Refer
to pages 16-20 and 16-22.)
Step 2.
Steer cylinder(s) locked.
a. Inspect steer cylinder(s). If OK, do Step 3.
b. Replace steer cylinder(s). (Refer to page 13-2.)
Step 3.
Defective steering control valve.
a. Contact Direct Support Maintenance.
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