TM-9-2330-356-14

SEMITRAILER, TANK: 5000 GALLON, BULK HAUL, SELF LOAD/UNLOAD M967 AND M967A1; SEMITRAILER, TANK: 5000 GALLON, FUEL DISPENSING, AUTOMOTIVE M969 AND M969A1; SEMITRAILER, TANK: 5000 GALLON, FUEL DISPENSING, UNDER/OVERWING AIRCRAFT M970 AND M970A1

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S, UNIT, DIRECT SUPPORT, AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL

OCTOBER 1990

TM-9-2330-356-14 - Page 193 of 528

TM 9-2330-356-14

(3) Loosen clamp bolts and remove terminals.

(4) If necessary to replace battery cables,

disconnect negative battery cable at the engine frame by

removing the capscrew and nut securing battey cable to

the frame. To remove positive battery cable, remove the

two capscrews securing buss bar cover (fig. 4-125) to the

rear engine firewall, and remove cover. Disconnect

positive cable from buss bar and remove cable.

(5) Loosen two nuts on each of four T-bolts

(fig. 4-37), and remove the two battery holddown

assemblies. Carefully remove batteries.

b.

Cleaning.

Tighten vent filler caps so no cleaning

solution will enter cells. Clean battery with baking soda

and water solution and a stiff brush. If terminal clamps and

battery posts are corroded, clean with a post and terminal

brush.

WARNING

c.

Water Addition. The

water in the electrolyte

Batteries contain sulfuric acid that causes

solution will evaporate at high temperatures or from an

severe burns. If acid contacts eyes, skin, or

excessive charging rate. Check electrolyte level and add

clothing, flush well with water. For contact

distilled or clean water to just below the ring at bottom of

with eyes, get immediate medical attention.

cell opening. DO NOT use acid!

Figure

4-37.

Battery Installation.

TA099792

4-57