M2/M3 BFV:
STEERING SYSTEM - OD1605 - LESSON 1/TASK 1
LESSON 1
TROUBLESHOOTING THE STEERING SYSTEM OF THE
M2/M3 BRADLEY FIGHTING VEHICLE (BFV)
TASK 1.
Describe the procedures for troubleshooting the steering
system of the M2/M3 BFV and performing fault isolation.
CONDITIONS
Within a self-study environment and given the subcourse text, without
assistance.
STANDARDS
Within five hours
REFERENCES
No supplementary references are needed for this task.
1.
Introduction
The Bradley fighting vehicle (BFV) has long-range mobility and fire
power.
It is used for land combat and is designed for high first
round kill probability and light armor crew protection.
Troops can
be carried cross-country while using the turret and firing port
weapons for attack.
The steering system on the BFV is very crucial and must be operating
properly at all times.
For this reason, the mechanic should be
familiar with the steering system troubleshooting and maintenance
procedures.
Provided in this task are examples of procedures that
the mechanic might perform when troubleshooting the steering system.
Before developing the specific procedures needed to test and
troubleshoot the steering system, a review of some of the general
troubleshooting procedures used for this system will be covered
first.
Also discussed will be the special test equipment used
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