TM-9-2350-275-BD
M113 FAMILY CARRIER, PERSONNEL SELF-PROPELLED FULL-TRACKED
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATORS, ORGANIZATIONAL, DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE; BATTLEFIELD DAMAGE ASSESSMENT AND REPAIR
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9-2350-275-BD
COOLING SYSTEM
SECTION II.
Cooling System BDAR
5-4. General.
This section describes several procedures which can be used to restore cooling capacity
to the vehicle. Other BDAR expedients are given in TM 9-2350-276-BD
5-5. METAL TUBE DAMAGED
General Information:
Loss of cooling fluid due to defective hose, resulting in engine overheating. When
replacement is necessary, and the correct size is not available, a temporary repair may
be made by using the 2-1/2 inch in diameter by 4-1/2 inch long hose coupline used
throughout the cooling system.
Limitations:
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None
Personnel/Time Required
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1 soldier
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20-30 minutes
Materials/Tools:
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Bulk hose, 2-1/2 inch inside diameter
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Hose clamps
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Hacksaw
Other Options:
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Refer to TM 9-2350-276-BD
Procedural Steps:
1. Cut out a section of the vehicle tube containing the defect.
2. Replace it with the hose coupling. Bulk hose of 2-1/2 inch
for longer lengths.
3. Use hose clamps or improvised clamps to tighten splice.
in diameter may be used
5-3
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