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 251 of 392
TM 9-2320-361-10
2-40. OPERATION IN DEEP MUD (Contd)
CAUTION
Do not attempt to jump vehicle out of deep mud with quick
transmission gear changes. Doing this may result in damage
to equipment.
(6)
If vehicle becomes stuck in deep mud, use second vehicle with winch for
recovery operation. Refer to para. 2-24.
d. Driving Vehicle on Roads.
WARNING
Do not operate vehicle on wet, smooth roads with lowered
tire inflation. Do not operate vehicle at too great a speed for
road conditions. Low tire inflation or excessive speeds may
cause loss of vehicle control on wet, smooth roads resulting in
injury or death to personnel.
(1)
Perform steps in c., as necessary.
(2)
Approach large water-filled chuckholes with caution. Chuckhole depth is
difficult to determine, and vehicle may become stuck.
e. After Operation.
(1)
Wash all mud from vehicle as soon as possible, before it has time to dry
and harden.
(2)
(3)
(4)
Remove tire chains from driving wheels.
If vehicle front winch was used, clean and lubricate.
Perform after operation PMCS, table 2-2.
2-41. FORDING OPERATION
CAUTION
Never attempt to cross water deeper than 30 in. (76 cm)
unless fording (deepwater) kit is installed. Doing this may
result in damage to engine components.
a.
To ford water more than 30 in. (76 cm) in depth, refer to para. 2-52.
b.
If vehicle is accidentally submerged in water deeper than 30 in. (76 cm):
(1)
Recover vehicle using second vehicle with front winch. Refer to para. 2-24.
(2)
Notify your supervisor.
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