TM-9-2320-273-10
TRUCK, TRACTOR, LINE HAUL; LIGHT EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER; TRUCK CHASSIS; MEDIUM EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S MANUAL
DECEMBER 2012
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GENERAL CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS - CONTINUED
Special Precautions
Do not allow cleaning materials to come in contact with rubber, leather, vinyl, or
canvas.
Do not allow corrosion-removing cleaning materials to contact painted surfaces.
Do not use steam or high-pressure air to clean cab or van body interiors.
Do not steam clean rustproofed surfaces.
Remove mildew from canvas with a bristle brush before cleaning canvas.
Use low-pressure air or water to clear debris from radiator core. Force debris out
front of radiator by applying low-pressure air or water to rear of radiator first.
General Guidelines
Table 1 provides general guidelines for the use of cleaning materials and equipment for
removing contaminants from vehicle surfaces.
Table 1. Cleaning Instructions
.
SURFACE
CONTAMINANT
OIL/GREASE
DIRT/MUD/DUST/
SALT
SURFACE RUST/
CORROSION
CLEANING MATERIAL/EQUIPMENT/METHOD
Body
Grease-cleaning
compound, running
water, and damp and
dry rags
High-pressure water,
warm soapy water,
soft brush, and damp
and dry rags
Corrosion-removing
compound, bristle
brush, dry rags, and
lubricating oil*
Cab Interior
(Metal)
Grease-cleaning
compound, running
water, and damp and
dry rags
Damp and dry rags
Corrosion-removing
compound, bristle
brush, dry rags, and
lubricating oil*
Cab Interior/
Cab Top (Fabric)
Saddle soap, warm
water, soft brush, and
dry rags
Soft brush, warm
soapy water, and
damp or dry rags
—
Frame
Grease-cleaning
compound, running
water, and damp and
dry rags
High-pressure water,
warm soapy water,
wire brush, and damp
and dry rags
Corrosion-removing
compound, wire
brush, dry rags, and
lubricating oil*
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