TM 9-2320-365-20-1
Table 2-1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Cont)
Item
No.
Interval
Location
Item to be
Checked
or
Serviced
Procedure
Not Fully
Mission
Capable If:
3
Semiannual
SERVICE
BRAKES
(CONT)
WARNING
Brake drums can become very hot during
vehicle operations. Place hand near drum
to check for excessive heat but do not
touch drum. Failure to comply may result
in injury to personnel.
CAUTION
Brake drum clearance must be checked
along centerline of brake shoe. Failure to
comply may result in damage to equipment.
NOTE
Over time a ridge will form on the outer edge
of the brake shoes. This is normal and does
not affect brake shoe serviceability.
h.
Examine and compare each brake drum for
evidence of overheating. Excessive heating of
brake drums may indicate a dragging brake
shoe. Cool brake drums could mean improper
adjustment, defective, or inoperative brakes, or
rust on braking surfaces.
h. Brake drums
are excessively
hot, cool, or
rusted.
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