TM-9-2350-358-BD
HOWITZER, MEDIUM, SELF-PROPELLED, 155MM; M109A6
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S, UNIT, AND DIRECT SUPPORT SUPPORT MAINTENANCE
MARCH 1994
TM-9-2350-358-BD - Page 104 of 343
TM 9-2350-358-BD
4-9.
AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM, LEAKING - CONTINUED
Procedural Steps:
1.
Gain access to the damaged/leaking area.
2.
Remove dirt and paint from around damaged area with wire brush or abrasive paper.
3.
Remove rough edges of damaged area with file or hammer.
4.
Repair damaged area with polymer or fiberglass repair kit following kit instructions.
5.
Record the BDAR action taken.
When the mission is complete, as soon as practical, repair the equipment/system
using standard maintenance procedures.
4-10.
AIR CLEANER, CLOGGED
General Information:
The air cleaners are essential for preventing dirt and dust from entering the engine.
Under heavy dust conditions the filters
can become clogged and restrict the flow of air.
Insufficient air to the engine will cause incomplete fuel combustion
resulting in reduced power and excessive exhaust smoke.
Clogged filters must be cleaned as soon as possible using the
following procedures.
Limitations:
None
Personnel/Time Required:
•
1 soldier
•
0.8 hour
Materials/Tools:
•
Wheeled vehicle tire inflation hose (scavenge from available source)
•
Tape, duct (item 62, Appendix C)
•
Wire, electrical (item 75, Appendix C)
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