TM 9-2350-247-10
INSPECT/ADJUST TRACKS Continued
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9.
If drive pin punch cannot be inserted freely, track tension is too loose. To tighten track tension, do ADJUST Step 1. If
drive pin punch can be inserted freely, but track does not touch top of number three road wheel, track tension is too tight.
To loosen track tension, do ADJUST Step 2.
10. Check track tension by using profile gauge. Position gauge lightly against bottom of track at centerline of second road
wheel. Look through hole in gauge. If top of second road wheel can be seen (3/8 to 5/8 inch (1 to 1.6 cm)) and track
touches number three road wheel, track tension is correct.
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