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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3-11. PRIMING THE FUEL SYSTEM

CAUTION

Do not engage starter switch for more than 15 seconds at a time

or with headlights on. If engine does not start in 15 seconds, wait

30 seconds before engaging starter switch again. Failure to do this

may result in damage to starter.

NOTE

The fuel system must be primed if fuel system has been drained

for maintenance, or if vehicle has been run out of fuel.

a.

Set throttle half-open by pressing accelerator pedal (1) or engaging throttle

control (4).

b.

Place accessory/battery switch (3) in ON position.

c.

Engage starter switch (2) for 15 seconds.

d.

Allow at least 30 seconds before engaging starter switch (2) again. Repeat

steps b and c until engine starts.

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