TM-9-2320-435-10

TRUCK, COMMON BRIDGE TRANSPORT (CBT), 8X8, M1977

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL

JUNE 2009

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OPERATOR MAINTENANCE

OPERATE VEHICLE IN SAND OR MUD

INITIAL SETUP:

Not Applicable

OPERATE VEHICLE IN SAND OR MUD

CAUTION

Blowing sand may scratch glass surfaces. Glass surfaces should remain

covered as much as possible in these conditions to prevent scratching.

NOTE

Operating in mud can worsen vehicle braking and speed up brake wear.

If braking worsens while operating in mud, dry brakes by driving vehicle

approximately 500 ft. (153 m) with service brakes frequently applied. This

must be done with brakedrums totally out of mud, so that drying action

can take place. If adequate braking is not restored by drying brakes, notify

field level maintenance.

1.

Leave glass surfaces covered if not needed for operations. Extra care should be taken

when cleaning glass surfaces to prevent scratching surfaces.

NOTE

Principles of driving in sand can also be applied to driving in mud.

Best time to drive on sand is at night or early morning when sand is

damp. Damp sand gives better traction.

a.

Check air filter restriction indicator (1) often.

2.

Adjust tires to correct tire pressure for type tire and environment. (WP 0006)

NOTE

Positioning TRANSFER CASE shift lever to LO automatically activates

8X8 drive.

3.

Set TRANSFER CASE shift lever (2) to LO. 8X8 DRIVE indicator (3) will illuminate.

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