TM 5-3805-262-343-16. STEERING CYLINDER ASSEMBLIES MAINTENANCE a. Testing. This procedure covers testing of steering cylinder assemblies.Perform this test whenever steering problems are encountered.TOOLS: No. 1 Common Organizational Maintenance Tool KitFixed open end wrench setMATERIALS/PARTS: Pipe plug, 7/8-14PERSONNEL REQUIRED: Two Construction Equipment Mechanics MOS 62BNOTEPRELIMINARY PROCEDURE: Loader turned all the way to right.TESTING (SHEET 1 OR 2)(1) Disconnect hose from elbow at rod end of left steering cylinder assembly.(2)Install plug in hose.(3) Start engine and operate at full throttle.Before performing following step, warn personnel to stay away from sidesof loader between front and rear chassis. Failure to do so will causedeath or serious injury to those personnel due to chassis pivoting andcrushing them. If personnel are injured, obtain medical assistanceimmediately.(4) Turn steering wheel to right and hold for a full right turn. Tell assis-tant to check for hydraulic oil leakage from elbow at rod end of leftsteering cylinder assembly.(5)Turn off engine.3-560
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