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 245 of 392
TM -2320-361-10
2-36. OPERATION ON ICE OR SNOW
a. Before Operation.
(1)
Perform before operation PMCS. Refer to table 2-2.
(2)
Start engine. Refer to para. 2-14 or 2-15. If vehicle is to be operated in
extreme cold, perform steps in para. 2-35b and 2-35c, as necessary.
CAUTIO N
Do not attempt operation when only one driving wheel is
equipped with tire chains. Doing this may result in damage to
tires and powertrain.
(3)
Operating on snow or on ice requires use of tire chains on driving wheels.
Refer to FM 21-305 for installation of tire chains.
(4)
If tire chains are not available, deflate tire pressure to 15 psi (103 kPa).
Refer to para. 3-14f.
(5)
Remove chocks (1) from vehicle
wheels if used.
WARNING
Vehicle operation on ice and
snow can be dangerous. Opera-
tors must drive at reduced
speeds and be prepared to
meet sudden changes in road
conditions and traffic speeds.
Maintain safe stopping
distances. Failure to do this
may cause loss of vehicle
control resulting in injury or
death to personnel.
b. Driving Vehicle.
(1)
Place vehicle in motion (refer to para. 2-16) with transmission gearshift
lever in “2” (second) position and transfer case shift lever in LOW, Begin movement
by releasing clutch pedal gradually without causing wheels to spin or engine to
race.
WARNING
Sudden stops may cause vehicle wheels to lock or engine to
stall. Pump brakes gradually when stopping vehicle on ice or
snow. Failure to do this may result in injury or death to
personnel.
(2)
If rear end skidding occurs, turn steering wheel in direction of skid. Let up
on accelerator pedal but do not depress clutch pedal. Pump brake pedal gradually
to recover from skid.
c. After Operation.
(1)
If vehicle is to be parked in extreme cold, perform steps in para. 2-35e.
(2)
Perform steps in para. 2-35f, as necessary.
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