TM-9-2320-435-10
TRUCK, COMMON BRIDGE TRANSPORT (CBT), 8X8, M1977
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL
JUNE 2009
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OPERATE VEHICLE IN COLD ENVIRONMENT - Continued
NOTE
•
TRACTION CONTROL lever should be set to 8X8 DRIVE when
transfer case shift lever is set to HI range while driving on
slippery surfaces.
•
Positioning TRANSFER CASE shift lever to LO automatically
activates 8X8 drive.
a.
Set TRANSFER CASE shift lever (1) to LO for added traction. 8X8 DRIVE
indicator (2) will illuminate.
NOTE
TRACTION CONTROL lever should be set to INTER-AXLE DIFF.
LOCK when transfer case shift lever is set to LO range while driving
on slippery surfaces.
b.
Set TRACTION CONTROL lever (4) in INTER-AXLE DIFF. LOCK (when LO
range is used - recommended) or 8X8 DRIVE (if HI range is required), as
needed, when driving on slippery surfaces. INTER-AXLE LOCK indicator (5)
and/or 8X8 DRIVE indicator (2) will illuminate as applicable.
c.
Press throttle pedal (6) slowly when changing speed.
d.
Keep throttle pedal (6) steady after vehicle reaches desired speed.
e.
Turn vehicle slowly when on slippery surfaces.
f.
Steer vehicle away from ruts and large snowbanks.
g.
Steer vehicle straight up and down hills if possible.
h.
Use gear range 2 (2nd) or 3 (3rd) to go down medium grades.
i.
Use gear range 1 (1st) to go down steep or very slippery grades.
j.
Drive at slower speeds and stay twice normal distance from vehicle ahead.
k.
Signal turns sooner than normal to give vehicles behind ample time to safely
slow down.
WARNING
Do not use engine brake when vehicle is on slippery surface. If
engine brake is used incorrectly, vehicle may skid out of control.
Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.
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