TM-9-2320-272-10
TRUCK, 5-TON, 6X6, M939, M939A1, AND M939A2 SERIES TRUCKS (DIESEL)
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL
SEPTEMBER 2004
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This section provides instructions for vehicle operations under moderate
temperature, humidity, and terrain conditions. For vehicle operations under unusual
conditions, refer to Section IV of this chapter.
WARNING
This vehicle has been designed to operate safely and efficiently
within the limits specified in this TM. Operation beyond these
limits is prohibited IAW AR 70-1 without written approval from
the Commander, U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments
Command, ATTN: AMCPEO-CM-S, Warren, MI 48397-5000.
NOTE
Before you attempt to operate your vehicle, be sure to perform the
preventive maintenance checks and services shown in table 2-3.
CAUTION
Start-up procedure should be strictly adhered to, otherwise
damage to ABS ECU may occur if vehicle is so equipped and may
also induce faults and ABS valves will not function.
a.
Ensure parking brakes are applied. Turn knob on the end of parking brake
lever (4) to adjust brake cable tension and pull up on parking brake lever (4) to
apply brakes.
b.
Adjust operator’s seat. Refer to paragraph 2-3.
c.
Adjust left and right rearview mirrors. Ensure both mirrors provide a clear rearview.
d.
Ensure vehicle front and side
windows are clean. If not, clean
windows before
starting vehicle.
e.
On vehicles with a front winch,
ensure transmission power takeoff
control lever (2) is in DISENGAGE
position.
f.
On vehicles equipped with
transfer case power takeoff control
lever (3), ensure lever (3) is locked in
neutral (full forward) position.
g.
Place automatic transmission
selector lever (1) in N (neutral).
h.
Ensure EMERGENCY
ENGINE STOP control (8) is pushed in
all the way.
2-12. STARTING THE ENGINE (ABOVE +32°F) (O°C)
2-11. GENERAL
Section III. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS
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