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 298 of 392
3-10. GENERAL
TM 9-2320-361-10
Section IV. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
The operator/crew is responsible for daily, weekly, and monthly preventive
maintenanace checks and services listed in table 2-2. Other maintenance services, also
the responsibility of the operator/crew, are listed in this section. To find a specific
paragraph, refer to the index below:
3-11. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES INDEX
PARA
PARA. TITLE
PAGE
No.
No.
3-12.
Break-In Operation
3-17
3-13.
Air Cleaner Service
3-18
3-14.
Wheels and Tires
3-20
3-15.
Battery Inspection
3-27
3-16.
Front Winch Shearpin Replacement
3-28
3-17.
Rear Winch Shearpin Replacement
3-30
3-12. BREAK-IN OPERATION
a. Road Test.
CAUTION
Do not go faster than the maximum allowable speeds shown on the
maximum road speed data plate. Do not drive continuously at
maximum allowable speeds. Be alert for signs of equipment
failure. Failure to do this will result in equipment damage.
NOTE
Perform “Before operation” and ‘Weekly” PMCS in table 2-2
before driving vehicle for the first time.
All vehicles received by the using organization must be road tested to check operation
and condition for all new or reconditioned vehicles, except those previously driven
50 mi (80 km). The operator will check the instrument panel and gages as often as
possible for signs of unsatisfactory performance. Stops will be made at least every
10 mi (16 km) to give the operator a chance to check the vehicle for possible coolant,
oil, fuel, or exhaust leakage and any signs that may show the engine, transmission,
wheel hubs, brakedrums, axles, differentials, or transfer case assemblies are
overheated. The vehicle must be checked thoroughly for any control that is hard to
operate and any instrument not operating properly. Unusual noises and vibration will
be noted. All unusual conditions will be reported to your supervisor.
b. After Road Test.
After the road test, correct any faulty condition that can be
done at operator’s maintenance level. Notify your supervisor about any other faulty
condition.
3-17
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