HYDRAULIC SYSTEM - DE-PRESSURIZE

TM 5-5420-279-23

5 - 118 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM - DE-PRESSURIZE

This task covers:

a. Service

INITIAL SETUP:

Tools Required

Tool Kit, General Mechanic's, Automotive (GMTK)

Test hose gauge adapter

Materials Required

Container for hydraulic oil

Absorbent Cloths

Equipment Conditions

Vehicle switched off and battery shutoff switch in the off position

WARNING

INJURY FROM HYDRAULIC FLUID UNDER PRESSURE. SHUT DOWN VEHICLE

PRIOR TO CARRYING OUT THIS PROCEDURE. ENSURE THAT THE BATTERY

SHUTOFF SWITCH IS OFF.

SLIP AND FALL INJURY. PERSONNEL MAY SLIP ON SPILLED HYDRAULIC FLUID.

SUITABLE CONTAINERS AND FLUID ABSORBENT MATERIALS ARE TO BE USED

TO CONTAIN SPILLAGE.

NOTE

This procedure covers de-pressurizing the hydraulic system.

All of the test points mentioned in this procedure are situated on the Interface Manifold

Assembly.

The Interface Manifold Assembly is situated on the right hand side of the vehicle mounted

to the chassis next to the Operator's Interface Enclosure.