TM 55-1905-221-14-3
6-5.3
STEERING CYLINDERS (Continued)
LOCATION/ITEM
ACTION
REMARKS
INSPECTION
3. Steering
a. Inspect piston rod for
Cylinders
scoring.
b. Inspect threaded parts for
thread damage.
c.
Inspect springs for cracked
coils or loss of tension.
d. Inspect end covers for nicks,
burrs, cracks, or other
damage.
e. Inspect cylinder bore for
wear.
REPAIR
4. Steering
Replace damaged parts with a
Cylinders
serviceable-like item as
required.
OVERHAUL
5. Steering
a. Replace all packings, O-rings,
Cylinders
seals, and rod wiper.
b. Remove mild scores or nicks
from piston rod by light
stoning.
c.
Replace check balls.
d. Replace all other parts that
show signs of wear.
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