TM-9-2320-341-10

TRUCK, TRACTOR, LIGHT EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER (LET), 8X8 M983A4 LET

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL

OCTOBER 2008

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washer can freeze. Batteries can freeze and crack. Oil and grease

may get thick and stiff. Rubber and metal parts may crack or become

brittle and break easily.

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Proper component lubrication is a must for extreme cold operation.

1.

Install tire chains (WP 0079) (as needed).

2.

Start engine (WP 0044) and allow engine warm up thoroughly.

NOTE

Positioning TRANSFER CASE shift lever to LO automatically activates

8X8 drive.

3.

Set TRANSFER CASE shift lever (1) to LO. 8X8 DRIVE indicator (2) will illuminate.

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4.

Set transmission range selector (3) to 1 (1st gear range) and drive at lowest possible

speed to warm driveline components and tires.

5.

Drive on mud, snow, ice, and slippery surfaces as follows:

NOTE

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Traction control switch should be set to 8X8 when transfer case

shift lever is set to HI range while driving on slippery surfaces.

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