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M140 Tow Tractor Manual No. 46054
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CHAPTER 2 MAINTENANCE
1 SERVICING
FEBRUARY 22, 2016
NOTICE!
1.3.5 Inspect for Transmission Oil Leaks
After tractor has been parked overnight, check ground under tractor for
and report condition to your supervisor.
1.3.6 Lights
Check operation of all tractor lights. Replace any burned-out lights.
1.3.7 Fuel Leaks
Raise engine cover and inspect fuel line connections for leaks. Be sure fuel
lines are securely fastened by retaining clips.
1.3.8 Brake Pedal Free Play
Check brake pedal free play. There should be ample travel remaining when
If free travel is excessive, but braking improves after “pumping” the pedal
several times, there may be air in the brake lines. Report condition to your
supervisor. Also see 1.12. Excessive free travel may also be caused by worn
brake linings, pads, or both.
1.3.9 Tire Condition and Pressure
to prevent tire overloading. Wheel or tire failure could result in loss of vehicle
control.
1. Inspect tire for cuts, nails, stones in the tread or deterioration. Remove
stones and other foreign material imbedded in the tires. If damaged, report
condition to supervisor. Schedule machine for maintenance. Also see 2-4 -
4.2.3
2. Inspect wheels for loose or missing stud nuts. If found, do not operate.
Schedule machine for maintenance and see instructions following in
Section 4 for wheel installation.
3. Maintain identical air pressure in both tires of a dual set for equal load
distribution. Pressure should be:
8.00x17.5----------------65PSI
LT215/75R17.5--------120 PSI
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