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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

This manual is designed to help maintain the M977 series 8V92TA Diesel Engine. Listed

the special features which have been put in to help locate and use needed information.

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below are some of

The front cover index provides a quick reference to chapters and sections that will be used often.

The appendixes are located at the end of the manual. They contain a reference guide to other

manuals, a list of expendable supplies and materials, a manufactured items list, and tables for torque

values.

Subject headings and certain other essential information are printed in bold type throughout the

manual to make them more visible.

The maintenance tasks describe what has to be done to the vehicle before starting the task, and

what must be done to return the vehicle to operating condition after the task is finished.

Instructions are provided in paragraph 2-8 for a complete teardown/buildup of the engine in

disassembly/reassembly sequence.

Certain parts with wear limitations may be checked by referring to the Cleaning/Inspection portion

of the task If the measurement falls within wear limits, it may ‘not be necessary to remove/replace.

The manual is divided into chapters containing direct support and general support maintenance

procedures. These procedures describe a number of things such as:

What will be needed to do the job.

If any assistance will be needed.

Important safety y precautions.

In addition to the text, there will be an exploded-view illustration of most steps. This illustration is keyed

to the text and shows how to take the part off and put it on. Cleaning and inspection procedures are also

included when required.

FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES WHEN USING THIS MANUAL:

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Become familiar with the entire maintenance procedure before beginning a maintenance task.

• Read all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS before performing any procedures.

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