TB-9-2355-315-10-1
TECHNICAL BULLETIN
RG31A2/A3 LIFT AND TOW PROCEDURES
JUNE 2012
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TB 9-2355-315-10-1
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OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
REAR LIFT AND TOW OF RG31A2
REAR HOOKUP
WARNING
Rear lift tow is for emergency only.
Rear lift tow has been approved for
RG31A2 only, do not attempt for RG31A3.
NOTE
This is a three-soldier task.
When using the M984A4 retrieval system, do not touch the brakes while running the PTO.
This will
cause the hydraulic system to shut down, and will require the operator to either restart the PTO at
the rear power panel or to flip the main hydraulic switch in the cab off and then on again. (TM 9-
2320-342-10-1)
WARNING
While vehicles are connected, avoid parking on grades over 20%, and avoid towing on
grades over 30%.
Failure to comply may cause damage to equipment or serious personal
injury or death.
CAUTION
Gross Axle Weight Rating on RG31A2 is exceeded during lift tow.
Strictly adhere to
specified towing restrictions, or damage to disabled vehicle may result.
1.
Prepare retrieval system for operation (TM 9-2320-279-10-1,2, TM 9-2320-342-10-1).
WARNING
Hold crosstube when removing springs.
Crosstube may swing and cause
adapters to slide, resulting in personal injury.
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2.
Disconnect two springs (1) from tow cylinders (2).
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