TRAILER FAILS TO TURN AND FOLLOW THE TRUCK.

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Table 3-2. Operator Troubleshooting Procedures - CONT.

Malfunction

Test or Inspection

Corrective Action

TRAILER FAILS TO TURN AND FOLLOW THE TRUCK.

Is the drawbar locking pin removed?

If the locking pin is installed, remove the locking pin (Para 2-12).

If the locking pin is removed, notify Unit Maintenance.

FLATRACK LOCKING MECHANISM DOES NOT UNLOCK.

Trailer wheels must be chocked or drawbar connected to truck before coupling trailer

gladhands to truck. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.

Is the emergency air supply gladhand connected to the truck?

If the emergency air supply gladhand is not connected to the truck, connect the gladhand

If the emergency gladhand is connected to the truck, notify Unit Maintenance.

FLATRACK LOCKING MECHANISM DOES NOT LOCK.

Is the flatrack positioned on the trailer correctly?

If the flatrack is not positioned on the trailer correctly, reposition the flatrack (Para 2-17).

If the flatrack is positioned on the trailer correctly, notify Unit Maintenance.

DRAWBAR WILL NOT RAISE OR LOWER.

Is air tank No. 1 pressurized?

Pull air drain cable and listen for air release. If air tank No. 1 is not pressurized, charge it

If air tank No. 1 is pressurized, notify Unit Maintenance.

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