Section III. OPERATOR MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

TM 9-2320-386-10

Section III. OPERATOR MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

3-4. GENERAL

The operator/crew is responsible for maintenance services listed in this section.

To find a specific paragraph, refer to the index below.

3-5. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES INDEX

PARA.

PAGE

TITLE

NO.

3-6.

Break-In Operation

3-19

3-7.

Checking Fluid Levels

Air Cleaner Service

Wheels and Tires

Battery Inspection

Priming the Fuel System

3-33

3-12.

Power Steering Assist System Service

3-34

3-6. BREAK-IN OPERATION

a. Road Test.

CAUTION

Do not go faster than the maximum allowable speeds shown on

the maximum road speed data plate. Do not drive continuously at

maximum allowable speeds. Be alert for signs of equipment

failure. Failure to do this may result in equipment damage.

All vehicles received by the using organization must be road-tested to check

operation and condition of all reconditioned vehicles, except those previously driven

50 mi (80 km). The operator will check the instrument panel and gauges as often as

possible for signs of unsatisfactory performance. Stops will be made at least every

10 mi (16 km) to give the operator a chance to check the vehicle for possible coolant,

oil, fuel, or exhaust leakage and any signs that may show the engine, transmission,

wheel hubs, brakedrums, axles, differentials, or transfer case assemblies are

overheated. The vehicle must be checked thoroughly for any control that is hard to

operate and any instrument not operating properly. Unusual noises and vibration

will be noted. All unusual conditions will be reported to unit level maintenance.

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