TM-9-2320-430-10

TRUCK, TRACTOR, 8X8, M983

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL

JUNE 2009

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WINCH MIRED VEHICLE FORWARD - Continued

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Figure 12.

43.

Ensure TRACTION CONTROL lever (24) is set to INTER-AXLE DIFF. LOCK.

44.

Apply service brake pedal (25).

45.

Set transmission range selector (26) to 1 (1st gear range).

46.

Release service brake pedal (25).

47.

Move winch shift lever (4) to IN and apply slight pressure to throttle pedal (27).

NOTE

Keep winch cable tight at all times so cable does not get tangled with

vehicle.

48.

Adjust position of throttle pedal (27) to change engine speed as needed to keep winch

cable (9) tight and vehicle moving.

49.

When mired vehicle is on solid ground, release winch shift lever (4) to center position.

50.

Park vehicle. (WP 0051)

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