TM-5-5420-202-10
LAUNCHER, M48A5 TANK CHASSIS
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
DECEMBER 2009
TM-5-5420-202-10 - Page 380 of 535
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TM 5-5420-202-10
INSTALLATION
CAUTION
If vehicle cannot be moved under its own power without causing damage to vehicle or
track, DO NOT attempt to remove track. Damage to track may occur. Request assistance
from f eld maintenance.
1. Remove rear fender. Refer to WP 0058.
2. Break track (if not already broken). Refer to WP 0055.
WARNING
Personnel may be struck or pinned by moving vehicle when performing vehicle
maintenance. Ensure personnel are clear of vehicle. Use ground guide to direct movement
of track. Failure to comply may result in personnel injury or death.
3. Start engine, warm up, and let idle. Refer to WP 0015.
4. Drive vehicle rearward slowly until track (Figure 1, Item 2) is free of drive sprocket (Figure 1, Item 1). Refer
to WP 0017.
Figure 1.
Track and Drive Sprocket.
5. Move shift lever to P (Park). Refer to WP 0013.
6. Push up and hold ENGINE FUEL SHUTOFF switch (Figure 2, Item 1) until engine stops.
7. Set MASTER BATTERY switch (Figure 2, Item 2) to OFF.
8. Set parking brake. Refer to WP 0012.
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