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TM 10-3930-643-20
BRAKE TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE.
8 - 1 .
Service Brake Troubleshooting.
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
a. BRAKES DO NOT ENGAGE.
Step 1.
Check air pressure gage on instrument panel.
If air pressure is not within RUN range, allow pressure to build up.
If air pressure fails to build up, go to AIR SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING,
paragraph 8-3.
If air pressure is within RUN range and brakes do not engage, go to
step 2.
Step 2.
Check brake fluid level in reservoirs.
If level is low, add brake fluid, refer to LO 10-3930-643-12.
If level is correct, go to step 3.
Step 3.
Check brake caliper assemblies for evidence of oil leaks.
I f l e a k a g e i s p r e s e n t , i t i n d i c a t e s a f a u l t y s e a l . N o t i f y D i r e ct
Support.
If no leakage is visible, go to step 4.
Step 4.
Check all brake system hydraulic lines for leaks.
If leakage is present, replace hoses and fittings as necessary,
refer to paragraph 8-8.
If no leakage is visible, notify Direct Support to bleed the system.
Step 5.
Check power cluster or pressure converter for proper operation.
If leakage is present,
it indicates a faulty seal.
N o t i f y D i r e c t
Support.
8-2
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