TM 5-3805-262-20
7-3. AIR BRAKE SYSTEM MAINTENANCE (CONT)
h. Air Compressor Lines.
(1) Inspection.
This task covers inspection of air compressor lines. Air com-
presser lines consist of coolant hoses, oil hoses, and air hoses connected to air
compressor.
TOOLS: No. 1 Common Organizational Maintenance Tool Kit
Fixed open end wrench set
MATERIALS/PARTS: Detergent (Appendix C, item 3)
NOTE
PRELIMINARY PROCEDURE: Engine right side panels removed (page 9-14).
INSPECTION (SHEET 1 OF 3)
(a) Start and operate engine at idle speed. Continue to operate engine until
AIR PRESS gage on left instrument cluster indicates in green area and no
longer increases.
(b) Turn off engine.
NOTE
When performing following steps, if coolant or oil leakage is observed
o r i f h o s e s , l i n e s , o r f i t t i n g s a r e d a m a g e d , r e f e r t o p a g e 7 - 1 0 6 f or
replacement.
(c) Check that clamp (1) securing water hose (3) to elbow (2) is tight and
that coolant leakage is not observed. Tighten clamp (1) if loose.
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