TM 9-2350-287-20-12-19. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART (continued).1.TRACK AND SUSPENSION (continued).(1) VEHICLE BRAKES POORLY. Vehicle does notstop correctly when brake is applied.Initial Setup:Tools/Test Equipment:Equipment Conditions:General mechanic’s tool kit (Item 24,Left and right transmission access doors openedAppendix 1)(refer to TM 9-2350-287-10).Personnel Required: TwoA. Inspect brake linkage for proper adjustment bychecking shaft index marks for alignment withlever index marks.Is brake linkage adjusted properly?Adjust brake linkage (para 10-3). Verifyproblem is solved.B. 1. Push down on brake pedal and inspect link-age for any free play in the pedal or linkage in thedriver’s compartment.2. With the aid of an assistant, check to see if thebrake shaft leading out of the bulkhead is turn-ing when the brake pedal is pushed in.Are all driver’s compartment linkages andcomponents secure, and does the brake shaft turnwhen brake pedal is pushed in?Repair or replace brake pedal and linkage orany connecting pins and botts that may bemissing or broken (para 10-4). Verify problemis solved.C. 1. Inspect brake control lever in the enginecompartment and make sure it is secure at thebulkhead and the clevis assembly.2. Inspect and ensure that the clevis, chain,and spur gear assemblies are secure.Continued on next page2-224
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