TM 5-4310-381-13
SECTION IV. UNIT PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)
3-10. INTRODUCTION. The preventive maintenance checks and services listed in the PMCS table cover procedures to
be performed by unit maintenance personnel.
3-11. PMCS TABLE. Explanation of the columns:
a. Item Number. Checks and services are numbered in sequence. This column shall be used as source of item
numbers for the TM Number Column on DA Form 2404, Equipment Inspection and Maintenance Worksheet, in recording
results of PMCS.
b. Interval The amount of time, in calendar days, between scheduled checks and services.
(1) W — Weekly
(2) M — - Monthly
(3) Q — Quarterly
c. Item To Be Inspected. This column gives the name of the item to be inspected or serviced.
d. Procedures. This column lists inspection procedures.
Table 3-2. Unit Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services
W - Weekly
M - Monthly
Q - Quarterly
Item
Interval
Item To Be Inspected. Procedures
No.
W
M
Q
1
WHEEL ASSEMBLY
*
a. Check wheel nut (1) for tightness. Nut should keep bearing (2) outer race
from turning.
*
b. Raise and block frame so that wheels (3) are off ground. Spin wheels (3)
checking for any play (back and forth movement) or binding.
*
c. If wheel rotation is noisy or binding, remove nut (1) securing wheel.
*
d. Inspect bearing (2) for wear or damage. Inspect wheel cavity for dry or
insufficient bearing grease.
*
e. Check axle weldments (4) to frame for cracks.
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