TM-9-2320-361-20
2-1/2-TON, 6x6, M44A2 SERIES TRUCKS (MULTIFUEL)
TECHNICAL MANUAL; UNIT MAINTENANCE
OCTOBER 1991
TM-9-2320-361-20 - Page 87 of 1207
TM 9-2320-361-20
2-5. GENERAL INSPECTION AND SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS (Contd)
WARNING
Drycleaning solvent is flammable and will not be used near open flame. Use only in well-
ventilated places. Failure to do so may result in injury to personnel.
(2)
Clean all exterior surfaces coated with rust-preventive compounds with drycleaning solvent.
(3)
Read “Processing and Deprocessing Record of Shipping, Storage, and Issue of Vehicles and Spare
Engines,” tag (DD Form 1397) and follow all precautions listed. This tag should be attached to steering
wheel, shift column, or battery switch.
NOTE
If vehicle has been driven to using organization, all of the above work should have
been completed.
2-6. SPECIFIC INSPECTION AND SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS
The following steps should be taken while performing specific inspections and services:
(1)
Perform the semiannual (S), six months, or 6,000 miles (9,654 kilometers), preventive
maintenance checks and services listed in section III of this chapter.
(2)
Lubricate the vehicle according to LO 9-2320-209-12-1. Do not lubricate gearcases or engine
unless processing tag states that the oil is unsuitable for 500 miles (805 kilometers) of operation. If oil is
suitable, just check level.
(3)
Schedule semiannual service on DD Form 314 (Preventive Maintenance Schedule and Record Card).
(4)
If vehicle is delivered with a dry charged battery, activate it according to TM 9-6140-200-14.
(5)
Check vehicle coolant level and determine if solution is proper for climate. (Refer to TB 750-651
for preparation of antifreeze solutions.)
Section Ill. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)
2-7. GENERAL
The best way to maintain vehicles covered by this manual is to inspect them on a regular basis so minor
faults can be discovered and corrected before they result in serious damage or failure of vehicle and
equipment or injury to personnel. This section contains systematic instructions for inspection, adjustment,
and correction of vehicle components to avoid costly repairs or major breakdowns. This is referred to as
Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS).
2-8. INTERVALS
NOTE
Designated intervals are performed under usual operating conditions. PMCS intervals
must be performed more frequently when operating under unusual conditions.
a.
Unit maintenance, assisted by operator/crew will perform the checks and services contained in table
2-1 at the following intervals:
(1) Semiannually (S).
Every 6 months or 6,000 miles (9,654 kilometers), whichever comes first.
(2) Annually (A).
Every 12 months or 12,000 miles (19,308 kilometers), whichever comes first.
(3) Biennially (B).
Every 24 months or 24,000 miles (38,616 kilometers), whichever comes first.
b.
Perform all (S) inspections in addition to (A) inspections at the time of the annual inspection. Perform
all (A) and (S) inspections in addition to (B) inspections at the time of the biennial inspection.
2-2
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