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
TM-9-2320-386-10 - Page 67 of 223
a.
With engine running, open access
door (2) located in floor on passenger side
of personnel compartment and remove
dipstick (1) from filler tube (3). If trans-
mission temperature is below 160°F
(71°C), ensure dipstick (1) shows fluid
level is within COLD RUN band (4).
If fluid level is not within COLD RUN
band, add as necessary, or notify unit
maintenance to drain.
b.
After the indicated transmission oil
temperature on the gauge is within normal
operating range, 160°-300°F (71°-149°C),
check transmission dipstick (1) again and
add fluid until level is within HOT RUN
band (5), or notify unit maintenance to
drain.
Table 2-2. Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Contd).
ITEM
NO.
INTERVAL
ITEM TO
CHECK/
SERVICE
PROCEDURE
NOT FULLY
MISSION
CAPABLE IF:
TM 9-2320-386-10
2-34
Change 1
CAUTION
• Do not permit dirt, dust, or
grit to enter transmission filler
tube. Thoroughly clean access
door, dipstick handle, and end
of filler tube. Serious internal
transmission damage may
result if transmission is con-
taminated.
• Do not check transmission oil
level if transmission oil temper-
ature gauge indicates over
300°F (149°C). Stop engine and
allow transmission to cool.
29
After
Trans-
VEHICLE INTERIOR
Operation
mission
ENGINE RUNNING
(Contd)
oil level
4
5
1
WARNING
Hearing protection is required
when maintaining vehicle with
engine running.
LUBRICANT MIL SYMBOL
(NATO CODE)
SPECIFICATION
SAE 15W40
-4 to +122
-20 to +50
(O-1236)
MIL-PERF-2104
OEA
-50 to -4
-46 to -20
(O-183)
MIL-PERF-46167
EXPECTED TEMPERATURES
°F
°C
1
2
3
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