TM-9-2350-311-20-1

HOWITZER, MEDIUM, SELF-PROPELLED, 155MM; M109A2, M109A3, M109A4 AND M109A5

TECHNICAL MANUAL; UNIT MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR HULL, POWERPLANT, DRIVE CONTROLS, TRACKS, SUSPENSION, AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS

AUGUST 1994

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b. Inspection

Powerplant should be given a general inspection in the following areas whenever the powerplant is removed from

vehicle.

Replace or repair any defective or damaged item or component as required,

replacement or repair is beyond scope of unit maintenance, notify support

maintenance.

1 Check gaskets (141), seals (142), and covers (143) for seepage of fuel and oil.

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2 Check for damaged, distorted, or broken hose, tube, and line connectors (nuts, adapters, reduction fittings,

and couplers) (144).

3 Check fuel hoses, tubes (145), and connectors (144) for cracks, leaks, and seepage of fuel (para 6-10).

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