After Fording Maintenance

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2-46. OPERATION OF FORDING (DEEPWATER) KIT (Contd)

(4) Move fording valve control lever (2) to the right immediately upon leaving

water.

WARNING

Do not rely on service brakes until they dry after fording operation.

Continue to apply brakes until uneven braking ceases. Failure to

do so may result in injury or death to personnel.

d. After Fording Maintenance.

(1) Stop vehicle (para. 2-16) on firm, level surface and disengage front wheel

drive (1).

CAUTION

All parts of vehicle that were in contact with salt water during

fording operation must be washed with fresh water a soon as

possible. Failure to do so may result in corrosion damage to

equipment.

(2) Use fresh water to wash all parts of vehicle that were in contact with salt

water during fording operation.

(3) Notify unit maintenance to service vehicle as soon as possible.

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