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 69 of 223
Table 2-2. Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Contd).
ITEM
NO.
INTERVAL
ITEM TO
CHECK/
SERVICE
PROCEDURE
NOT FULLY
MISSION
CAPABLE IF:
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Change 1
34
Exhaust
system
Check exhaust pipes, exhaust guard,
Any major exhaust
couplings, and muffler for leaks and
leak or defective
loose clamps.
component.
35
Front
winch
a.
Check oil level in hydraulic
reservoir (5). Oil level should be
visible in sight glass (6). If low, remove
fillercap (3) and fill reservoir (5) with
oil until oil level is centered in sight
glass (6).
WARNING
• Exhaust gases can kill. Operate
vehicle only in a well-ventilated
area. Failure to do this may result
in injury or death to personnel.
• Do not touch hot exhaust system
components with bare hands.
Injury to personnel may result.
• Hearing protection is required
when maintaining vehicle with
engine running.
CAUTION
Before opening hydraulic reservoir,
ensure area around reservoir filler
cap is clean. Do not allow dirt, dust,
or water to enter reservoir. Failure
to do this will cause damage to
internal components.
NOTE
• If mission requires front winch
operation and winch is inopera-
tive, notify your supervisor.
• Ensure vehicle is on level ground.
VEHICLE EXTERIOR
ENGINE RUNNING
33
After
Air dryer
Operation
(Contd)
Check air dryer (1) for proper operation;
Air dryer moisture
listen for moisture ejector (2). Notify unit
ejector does not
maintenance if ejector valve is inoperative.
operate.
WARNING
When operating at temperatures
of 53°F (12°C) or below, make
sure air dryer moisture ejector
operates before shutting down
engine. Failure to do this may
result in equipment damage and
injury or death to personnel.
1
2
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