TM-9-2320-386-10

2-1/2-TON, 6X6, M44A3 SERIES TRUCKS (DIESEL)

TECHNICAL MANUAL; EXTENDED SERVICE PROGRAM (ESP); OPERATOR’S MANUAL

JANUARY 1996

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CHAPTER 3

OPERATOR MAINTENANCE

Section I.

Lubrication Instructions (page 3-1)

Section II.

Operator Troubleshooting (page 3-1)

Section III. Operator Maintenance Procedures (page 3-19)

Section I. LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS

3-1. GENERAL

Lubrication instructions are found in table 2-2 and para. 3-7. All lubrication

instructions are mandatory.

Section II. OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING

3-2. GENERAL

a. Scope.

The troubleshooting table contains instructions that will help the

operator identify and correct simple vehicle malfunctions during operations. The

table also helps the operator identify major mechanical difficulties that must be

referred to maintenance personnel. Major vehicle systems covered in this section

include:

• Engine

• Transmission

• Transfer case

• Front and rear axles

• Parking brake system

• Wheels and tires

• Steering

• Front winch

• Cooling system

• Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS)

• Compressed air system

• Slave receptacle

• Special purpose kits

Below these major headings are the symptoms and the corrective action.