TM-9-2320-272-10

TRUCK, 5-TON, 6X6, M939, M939A1, AND M939A2 SERIES TRUCKS (DIESEL)

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL

SEPTEMBER 2004

CHANGE 2

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Fording Operation.

(1)

Start engine (para. 2-12). Make sure engine is running properly.

(2)

Pull transfer case shift lever (7) up to low range and place transmission

selector lever (6) in 1 (first).

WARNING

Do not attempt to cross water deeper than 78 in. (198 cm). Limit vehicle speed

while fording to 3 or 4 mph (5 or 6 km/h). Failure to do this may result in dam-

age to vehicle, injury, or death.

(3)

Enter water slowly. Pull fording control handle (8) out immediately upon

entering water.

(4)

Maintain constant vehicle speed while fording, and exit water in area

with gentle slope.

(5)

Push fording control handle (8) in immediately upon leaving water.

2-40. DEEPWATER FORDING KIT (Contd)