TM-9-2320-361-10
2-1/2-TON, 6x6, M44A2 SERIES TRUCKS (MULTIFUEL)
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
DECEMBER 1988
TM-9-2320-361-10 - Page 143 of 392
TM 9-2320-361-10
2-16. PLACING THE VEHICLE IN MOTION (Contd)
i.
When lower gear is desired, depress
service brake pedal (5), as necessary,
until vehicle speed is within range for
next lower gear, as shown on data plate
(8). Depress clutch pedal (6), shift trans-
mission gearshift lever (1) to next lower
position, and slowly release clutch pedal
(6).
CAUTION
Before shifting transfer case
from HIGH to LOW, make sure
vehicle speed is equal to or
lower than speed shown on
data plate for transmission
gear being used. Clutch pedal
must be depressed when
shifting from HIGH to LOW or
from LOW to HIGH. Failure to
do this may result in damage
to transmission or transfer
case.
j.
When vehicle is heavily loaded or when road conditions are bad. additional
traction can be obtained as follows:
1.
Depress service brake pedal (5), as necessary, until vehicle is slowed to equal
to or lower than speed shown on data plate (7) for transfer case.
2.
Depress clutch pedal (6).
3.
Shift transfer case shift lever (2) to LOW.
4.
Release clutch pedal (6) slowly.
5.
Depress accelerator pedal (4) to bring vehicle to desired speed.
WARNIN G
Do not let vehicle coast downhill with clutch pedal depressed
or transmission in “N” (neutral) position. Doing this may
cause vehicle to increase speed and go out of control resulting
in injury or death to personnel.
CAUTION
Do not apply constant pressure to service brake pedal when
going down a steep grade. Doing this may result in overheated
brake linings.
k.
When driving vehicle down steep grades, transmission maybe shifted into a
lower gear to slow vehicle. Pump service brake pedal (5) as necessary to control
vehicle speed.
2-86
Back to Top
