TM-9-2320-387-10

TRUCK, UTILITY: S250 SHELTER CARRIER, 4X4, M1113

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

OCTOBER 2001

CHANGE 1

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3-21. FUEL TANK SERVICING

a.

Shut off engine (para. 2-14).

WARNING

Do not perform fuel system checks, inspection, or maintenance while

smoking or near fire, flames, or sparks. Fuel may ignite, causing

damage to vehicle and injury or death to personnel.

CAUTION

Do not turn fuel cap handle more than necessary to remove or seal

fuel cap. Fuel cap chain links may separate or become damaged.

NOTE

For Ml114 vehicles, the fuel door must be open before removing fuel

cap (para. 2-34).

b. 'hm

fuel cap handle (1) on fuel cap (2) counterclockwise and remove fuel

cap (2).

CAUTION

When refueling vehicle, be careful that nozzle does not slam into filler

pipe. Damage to strainer may occur, allowing dirty fuel to clog up

filters.

NOTE

To help prevent spills and overflows, pay close attention to the

dispensing nozzle while refueling. Do not exceed a safe refueling rate. If

fuel backup and spillage is being experienced, reduce flow rate. Also,

when topping off the tank, a reduced flow rate should be used_

c. Insert fuel filler nozzle into filler neck rubber cone, using caution not to

puncture fuel filler neck strainer. Dispense fuel into fuel tank.

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