FRONT BRAKES OVERHEAT AND/OR DO NOT RELEASE (CONT)

TM 9-2320-366-20-2

WARNING

Overheated brakes can cause severe

burns. Perform task only when brakes

have cooled. Failure to comply may result

in injury to personnel.

(1) Jack up side with overheated or non-releasing

brakes, and support with trestle stands.

(2) Turn adjusting bolt clockwise with adjusting

tool.

(3) If bolt will not turn or if brake shoes do not

move away from wheel when adjuster is

turned, adjust brakes (para 11-2).

(1) Remove wheel(s) with affected brakes and

disassemble brake components (para 11-2).

(2) Inspect return springs for stretching, bluing,

damage, or breakage.

(3) If spring(s) is damaged, replace spring(s)

(para 11-2).

(4) Check adjusting pawl spring for damage.

(5) Ensure adjusting pawl spring is not missing

or broken.

(6) Check adjusting pawl teeth for damage and

abrasion.

(7) Ensure seal elements are not damaged or

broken.

CAUTION

Ensure seal is free from damage. Failure

to comply may result in dirt entering

plunger chamber and interfering with

adjustment.

(8) Check actuator teeth for damage.

(9) Check plunger for freedom of movement

inside plunger housing.

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2-1907