
TM 5-3805-261-10
0016 00-1
TIRE MAINTENANCE 0016 00
THIS WORK PACKAGE COVERS
Tire Pressure Adjustment
INITIAL SETUP
Tools and Special Tools
Gauge, tire pressure (Item 8, WP 0021 00)
Hose assembly, pneumatic: tire inflation (Item 10,
WP 0021 00)
Equipment Conditions
Machine parked on level ground
Parking/emergency brake applied (WP 0004 00)
Implements lowered to ground (WP 0004 00)
Battery disconnect switch in ON position (WP 0004
00)
Engine at high idle (WP 0004 00)
• Operating machine with underinflated or defective tire may lead to tire failure and loss of control. Fail-
ure to follow this warning may cause injury to personnel or damage to equipment.
• If tire pressure is 0 psi (0 kPa) DO NOT inflate. Notify Unit Maintenance. Failure to follow this warn-
ing may cause injury or death to personnel.
• Use a self-inflating chuck and stand at tread side of tire at maximum distance allowed by inflation hose.
Failure to follow this warning may cause injury or death to personnel.
• A tire inflated in enclosed shop area with temperature of 65-70°F (18-21°C), will be underinflated if
machine is moved to freezing temperatures.
• Inspect tire for damage or foreign material in tread. Notify Unit Maintenance if tire is damaged.