TM-9-2320-366-10-1

M1083 SERIES, 5 TON, 6x6, MEDIUM TACTICAL VEHICLES (MTV)

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S INSTRUCTIONS; VOLUME NO. 1 OF 2

AUGUST 2005

CHANGE 2

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Tailgate Fixed Link Installation.

NOTE

Approximately 8 chain links from chain attach point will result in 45

degree tailgate travel.

Both fixed links are installed the same way.

Left side shown.

(1)

Position chain (1) in upper adjustment fitting (2).

(2)

Remove safety pin (3) from pin (4).

Tailgate weighs approximately 270 lbs (123 kgs).

The aid of two

assistants is required to lower tailgate.

Failure to comply may

result in serious injury or death to personnel or damage to

equipment.

(3)

Remove pin (4) from dump bed (5).

(4)

Perform steps (1) through (3) on right side of tailgate.

(5)

Lower tailgate (6).

WARNING