ORGANIZATIONAL PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS) - continued

TM 9-2320-269-20-1

ORGANIZATIONAL PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS) - CONTINUED

Q - Quarterly

S - Semiannually

A - Annually

B - Biennially

H - Hours

M - Miles

INTERVAL

ITEM TO BE INSPECTED

ITEM

PROCEDURE: Check for and have repaired,

filled, adjusted as needed

STEERING SYSTEM

Check the power steering pump oil reservoir for proper level.

Fill as needed (page 2-128).

Check the power steering lines for damage and leaks.

Tighten, or replace as needed (page 2-662).

Check the power steering pump drivebelts for wear, damage,

and proper tension, 1/2 to 3/4 inch (1.27 to 1.95 cm)

deflection when pressed down. Adjust, or replace as needed

Check power steering gear. Start the engine, and check

operation of the power steering pump. Listen for any

unusual noise, and check the operation of the steering system

for binding (TM 9-2320-269-10).

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