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TM 08580C-10/1
T.O. 40W4-13-21
2-4. PMCS PROCEDURES - continued.
NOTE
Within designated intervals, perform these checks in the order listed. Perform weekly PMCS as well
as before-operation PMCS if:
(1) You are the assigned operator and have not operated the ROWPU since the lastweekly PMCS.
(2) Operating the item for the first time.
Table 2-2. (ARMY) Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Trailer)
B - Before
D - During
A - After
W - Weekly
M - Monthly
INTERVAL
Item to be
Procedures
Equipment is
ITEM
Inspected
Check for and have repaired
not ready/
NO.
B
D
AWM
or adjusted as necessary.
available if:
1
Towing vehicle
Check that 24V power supply is
24V not available.
electrical system. available to trailer.
2
Electrical
Check that connector and cable
Broken cable or
connector and
is in good condition. Insulation
connector.
cable.
unbroken, connector free of dirt
and corrosion.
3
Lights
Check that tail light, stop lights,
Light system
and blackout lights work
inoperative.
properly.
4
Chassis wiring
Inspect for frayed or worn spots
Wiring excessively
in wiring harness.
frayed, worn or
deteriorated.
5
Service Brake
Start engine of towing vehicle to
Pressure on brake
system
build up air pressure in brake
pedal towing vehicle
system. Check for proper
does not activate
operation of brakes.
trailer brakes.
6
Air hose couplers
Make sure couplers are securely
Couplers broken.
attached to towing vehicle (or
dummy couplers if trailer not
attached to a towing vehicle).
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