TM-9-2350-238-10
RECOVERY VEHICLE, FULL-TRACKED: LIGHT, ARMORED, M578
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
APRIL 1990
TM-9-2350-238-10 - Page 276 of 291
TM 9-2350-238-10
LUBRICATED AT TIME OF ASSEMBLY BY SUPPORT MAINTENANCE
The following parts are lubricated at time of assembly:
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Starte r
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Generator
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Slip ring
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Traversing drive assembly
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Magnetic clutch output shaft bearings
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Auxiliary clutch drive shaft splines
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Accelerator pedal bushings
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Vehicle control pivot points
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Towing hook pin
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Fixed fire extinguisher release mechanism
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Cupola and driver’s hatch cover torsion bar splines
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Brake pedal mechanism
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Fan assembly
DO NOT LUBRICATE
Do not lubricate the following parts:
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Generator fan
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Air cleaner blower motor
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Personnel heater motor
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Driver’s heater motor
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Winterization kit heater electric fuel pump and coolant pump
NOTES
1 New engines are delivered with preservative oil MIL-L-21260 (see DD Form 1397). Unless
an oil change is necessary to meet ambient temperature requirements or until first
scheduled oil change, maintain proper oil level by adding OE/HDO or OEA as required for
expected temperatures.
At time of powerplant removal, clean and coat threads on engine bolt with GAA. Do not
lubricate bracket mounting screws.
2 New transmissions are delivered with preservative oil MIL-L-21260 (See DD Form 1397).
Unless an oil change is necessary to meet ambient temperature requirements or until first
scheduled oil change, maintain proper oil level by adding OE/HDO or OEA as required for
expected temperatures.
3 Perform a quarterly lubrication after any fording operation.
4 Perform complete servicing of all lubrication points when a vehicle which has been in
storage for an extended period of time is put into service.
5 Before initial start of new or overhauled engine, or one removed from storage, remove both
rocker assembly covers and our one quart of oil (OE/HDO or OEA) over rocker arms and
push rods. Use oil required for expected temperature.
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