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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TM 9-2350-311-20-1
2-15 PROCEDURES FOR SEMIANNUAL/ANNUAL SERVICES — CONTINUED
ITEM
NO.
2-40
TABLE 2-1 UNIT PMCS FOR M109A2M109A3/M109A4/M109A5 HOWITZERS — CONTINUED
INTERVAL
Annual
Annual
ITEM TO BE
INSPECTED
Transmission
Gearcase —
Continued
Engine Crankcase
NOT FULLY
MISSION
PROCEDURE
CAPABLE IF:
Drain transmission (only after operation). Place vehicle
on level ground, remove drain plug. After draining, clean
and reinstall plug and cover. Refill transmission
(approximately 48 or 56 qt [45 to 53 L]) with OE/HDO
(item 49, Appx D) to within OPERATION RANGE on
dipstick. For extreme cold operation with OEA (item 47,
Appx D) this is a semiannual check. Remove cover and
filter element. Inspect and clean with dry-cleaning
solvent (item 21, Appx D), dry and reinstall.
WARNIN G
Oil is hazardous waste and must be
disposed of in accordance with local
procedures or direction of local Hazardous
Waste Management office.
Dry-cleaning solvent (P-D-680) is toxic and
flammable. Wear protective goggles and
gloves and use only in a well ventilated area.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes,
and don’t breath vapors. Do not use near
open flame or excessive heat. The
flashpoint for type #1 is 100°F (38°C) and for
type #2 is 138°F (59°C). If you become dizzy
while using dry-cleaning solvent, get fresh
air immediately and get medical aid. If
contact with eyes is made, wash your eyes
with water and get medical aid immediately.
CAUTIO N
Engine holds approximately 38 qt (36 L) of oil.
Before draining, provide enough container
capacity to hold oil being drained.
NOTE
Only drain if directed by Army Oil Analysis
Program (AOAP), this would be done while
powetplant is removed.
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