Section V. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES - TM-9-2320-366-20-30495

TM 9-2320-366-20-3

Section V. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

2-39. MAINTENANCE INTRODUCTION

This section provides general procedures to be followed for the Unit Maintenance level as specified in the Maintenance

Allocation Chart (MAC). When a special procedure is used, the detailed procedure will be in the section covering that

component.

2-40. GROUND HANDLING

Towing. Two towing eyes are located at front and two located at rear of vehicle.

b. Parking. Parking brakes are designed to hold GVW on a minimum of 7-9 percent grade, pointing either uphill or

downhill per Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation 393.41.

c. Mooring and Transporting. For forward, aft, lateral and upward movements, vehicle has four tiedown rings. Refer

to TM 9-2320-366-10-2 for mooring condition and tiedown locations.

Hoisting. Sling assemblies and towing eyes used for hoisting are found on the vehicle.

2-41. GENERAL REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS

a. Work Required. Remove parts if repair or replacement is required. Do not disassemble a component any further

than needed.

b. Preparation. Before removal of any electrical, hydraulic, or air system components, ensure system component is

not energized or pressurized. Disconnect battery ground cables. Relieve air system pressure. Before removal of

fasteners (nuts, locknuts) remove any paint on threads to prevent binding of fastener.

c. Identification. To ease assembly and installation, tag and mark shims, connectors, wires and mating ends of lines

before disconnecting them. Identify similar parts to ensure correct assembly.

d. Position of Valves. Before removing valve handles, mark or diagram their positions when open and closed. This

will help during assembly.

e. Tire Removal. Before removing any tires, position jackstands under axles, walking beams or frame. This will

secure the vehicle for safe tire removal.

f. Location. Before removing cable ties, cushion clamps, hoses, tubing, wiring, etc., note the location, position and

routing to ensure correct assembly.