Section III. SERVICE UPON RECEIPT

TM 9-2320-279-20-1

Parts, Tools, and Test Equipment (Cont)

2-3. SPECIAL TOOLS. Special tools for organizational maintenance are listed in TM 9-2320-279-24P

which is the authority for requisitioning. The Maintenance Allocation Chart (MAC) (Appendix B) lists

special tools needed for the various maintenance tasks.

2-4. TEST EQUIPMENT. The M977 series vehicles are

equipped with a connector for Simplified Test Equipment/

Internal Combustion Engine (STE/ICE). The STE/ICE

connector (1, fig. 2-1) is located on the passenger side of the

cab.

Figure 2-1. STE/ICE Connector.

Repair parts authorized for use at organizational level are listed and illustrated in

2-5. REPAIR PARTS.

TM 9-2320-279-24P.

Section III.

SERVICE UPON RECEIPT

2-6. UNPACKING AND DEPROCESSING.

a. Upon receipt of new vehicle, the receiving organization must see if it has been properly prepared for

service and is in good condition. Inspect all assemblies, subassemblies, and accessories to be sure they

are in proper working order (TM 9-2320-279-10). Secure, clean, and correctly adjust and/or lubricate as

needed (LO 9-2320-279-12). Check all tools and equipment to be sure every item is there, in good

condition, clean, and properly mounted or stowed (TM 9-2320-279-10).

Deleted.

2-7. HAND RECEIPT MANUAL AND INVENTORY OF EQUIPMENT. When a new vehicle is first received

by the using organization, it is necessary to inventory the vehicle equipment. For detailed procedures,

refer to Hand Receipt Manual (TM 9-2320-279-10-HR).

2-8. SERVICE BEFORE OPERATION.

General.

(1) Upon receipt of new, used, or reconditioned vehicle, the receiving organization must see if it has

been properly prepared for service and is in good condition. Inspect all assemblies, subassemblies, and

accessories to be sure they are in proper working order. Secure, clean, and correctly adjust and/or

lubricate as needed. Check all tools and equipment to be sure every item is there, in good condition,

clean, and properly mounted or stowed (TM 9-2320-279-10).

(2) Follow general procedures for all services and inspections given in TM 9-2320-279-10.

(3) Refer to TM 9-2320-279-10 for vehicle operating instructions.

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