SERVICE BEFORE OPERATION

TM 9-2320-366-20-1

2-6. SERVICE BEFORE OPERATION

a. General.

(1) Refer to TM 9-2320-366-10-1 for operating instructions for the vehicle.

(2) Upon receipt of a new, used, or reconditioned vehicle, the receiving organization must see if it has been properly

prepared for service and is in good condition (TM 9-2320-366-10-1). Inspect all assemblies, subassemblies, and

accessories to be sure they are in proper working order. Secure, clean, correctly adjust, and/or lubricate (TM 9-2320-

366-10-1 and Appendix H) as needed. Check all tools and equipment to be sure every item is there (TM 9-2320-366-

10-HR), in good condition, clean and properly mounted or stowed (TM 9-2320-366-10-1).

(3) Follow general procedures for all services and inspections given in TM 9-2320-366-10-1.

Inspection and Servicing Equipment.

NOTE

If vehicle has been driven to the using organization, most or all of the following work should have been

done.

(1) When vehicle is received, inspect all items for damage that may have occurred during shipping and unloading

operations. Pay close attention to any loose or missing nuts, bolts, screws, access plates, drain plugs, draincocks, oil

plugs, assemblies, subassemblies, or components that may be easily lost or broken in transit. Check Basic Issue Items

(BII) against checklist to make sure all items are accounted for and are in good condition (TM 9-2320-366-10-HR).

Carefully list all discrepancies.

WARNING

Dry Cleaning Solvent P-D-680 is TOXIC and flammable. Wear protective goggles and gloves;

use only in well-ventilated area; avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes, and do not breathe

vapors. Keep away from open flame. Never smoke when using solvent; the flashpoint for Type

I Dry Cleaning Solvent is 100F (38C) and for Type II is 130F (50C). Failure to comply may

result in serious injury or death to personnel.

If personnel become dizzy while using Dry Cleaning Solvent, immediately get fresh air and

medical help. If solvent contacts skin or clothes, flush with cold water. If solvent contacts

eyes, immediately flush eyes with water and get immediate medical attention. Failure to comply

may result in injury to personnel.

(2) Clean all exterior surfaces coated with rust-preventive compound with Dry Cleaning Solvent (Item 65, Appendix

(3) Perform the Semiannual Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS), Table 2-1.

(4) Lubricate all points shown in Appendix H regardless of interval. Schedule services in accordance with DA Pam

738-750.

(5) Initial Service Intervals:

a. Initial 500 miles (805 km) of operation:

(1) Perform Front, Intermediate, and Rear Axle oil change.

(2) Perform Front Axle Wheel end Planetary Hub oil change.

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