Tires-Wheels-Suspension - Landoll 345E Operator's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

Tires-Wheels-Suspension

Most tire, wheel, and suspension related problems are
due to excessive loads, extreme conditions, and improper
maintenance. Tire, wheel, and suspension problems can
be easily detected and solved by checking the following
guide. For maintenance procedures, refer to the following
sections:
PROBLEM
VIBRATIONS WHILE DRIVING
RAPID TIRE WEAR/DETERIORATION:
CENTER TREAD WEAR
SHOULDER TREAD WEAR - BOTH
SHOULDERS
SHOULDER TREAD WEAR - ONE
SHOULDER
OVERLOAD TREAD WEAR
TIRE FLAT SPOTS
UNEVEN WEAR
RIM FAILURE: IN ALL INSTANCES OF RIM FAILURE, REPLACE THE RIM IMMEDIATELY!
CRACKING
BENDING OR WARPING
5-2
• "Hydraulic System" on page 4-4
• "Alignment" on page 4-10
• "Hub and Drum Maintenance" on page 4-19
• "Wheel Bearing Lubrication and Adjustment" on
• "Tire Maintenance" on page 4-22
PROBABLE CAUSE
Improper tire inflation
Tire cupped or have flat spots
Wheels bent or loose
Tire incorrectly mounted
Mud in wheels
Tire(s) out of balance
Brakes dragging
Objects stuck between duals
Over inflation
Under inflation
Axle damage
Overloading
High speeds
Incorrect dual matching
Quick stops
Grabbing brakes
Worn or loose wheel bearings
Out of balance wheels and tire
Undercarriage bushings worn
Worn or loose wheel bearings
Out of balance wheels and tires
Overinflated tires
High speeds
High speed cornering
Over loading
Curb-hopping or potholes
Improper tightening sequence
page 4-21
Inflate to proper pressure (See "Tire
Inflation" on page 4-22.)
Replace tires
Replace or tighten
Remount (See "Mounting Tire and
Wheel" on page 4-23.)
Clean wheels
Balance tires
Locate cause and repair
Remove objects
Deflate to correct inflation (See "Tire
Inflation" on page 4-22.)
Increase inflation to correct PSI (See "Tire
Inflation" on page 4-22.)
Straighten or replace axle (See "Axle
Alignment" on page 4-12.)
Check tire load rating
Adjust speed according to road and load
conditions
Properly match dual tires (See "Tire
Matching" on page 4-22.)
Adjust braking practices
Adjust brakes properly (See "Brake
Adjustment" on page 4-15.)
Adjust or replace as needed (See "Hub
and Drum Maintenance" on
page 4-19.)
Balance wheels and tires.
Replace bushings (See "Hub and Drum
Maintenance" on page 4-19.)
Adjust or replace as needed (See "Hub
and Drum Maintenance" on
page 4-19.)
Balance wheels and tires
Deflate tire to proper PSI
Adjust speed according to road and load
conditions
Adjust cornering practices
Check rim load rating
Adjust turning practices and adjust speed
accordingly with road conditions
Follow proper tightening sequence ("Stud
Tightening Sequence" on page 4-24)
SOLUTION
F-563-0610 Edition