TM 9-2350-247-10
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES — Continued
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ITEM
NO.
INTERVAL
MAN-
HOUR
ITEM TO BE
CHECKED OR
SERVICED
CREWMEMBER
PROCEDURE
EQUIPMENT
NOT READY/
AVAILABLE
IF:
42
After
Track Tension
DRIVER
WARNING
Area in front of carrier must be clear and
level before coasting to stop.
NOTE
Drive carrier onto hard level ground. Shift
range selector to SL (for M548A3) or N
(for M548A1) range and let carrier coast
to stop. Do not use brakes or turn the
steering wheel for the M548A3 or use the
laterals on the M548A1. After carrier has
stopped, shut off engine and exit carrier.
a. Check for missing or damaged track adjusters.
Track adjuster
missing or
unserviceable.
43
After
Track Tension
DRIVER
CAUTION
Track adjuster extended too far may
buckle and become damaged during
operation. Do not extend track adjuster
beyond 17 inches (43 centimeters)
(maximum), as measured between centers
of track adjuster and mounting screws.
NOTE
Use track pin punch for measurement if
longer than punch. Remove track shoe.
a. Repeat inspection procedure on other track.
Adjust track tension as needed.
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