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TM 9-2320-386-10
Table 2-2. Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Contd).
ITEM TO
NOT FULLY
ITEM
INTERVAL
CHECK/
PROCEDURE
MISSION
NO.
SERVICE
CAPABLE IF:
29
After
Trans-
VEHICLE INTERIOR
Operation
mission
ENGINE RUNNING
(Contd)
oil level
WARNING
Hearing protection is required
when maintaining vehicle with
engine running.
CAUTION
Do not permit dirt, dust, or
grit to enter transmission filler
tube. Thoroughly clean access
door, dipstick handle, and end
of filler tube. Serious internal
transmission damage may
result if transmission is con-
taminated.
Do not check transmission oil
level if transmission oil temper-
ature gauge indicates over
200F (93C). Stop engine and
1
allow transmission to cool.
NOTE
Always check transmission oil
level at least twice.
Consistency is important in
maintaining accuracy.
2
The only purpose of Cold
Check is to determine if trans-
mission has enough oil to be
safely operated until a Hot
Check can be made.
a. Run engine for at least one
3
minute. Shift to FIRST and then to
REVERSE to clear hydraulic circuits of
air. Shift to NEUTRAL and allow
engine to idle (1000-1500 RPM). Open
access door (2) located in floor on
passenger side of personnel compartment
and remove dipstick (1) from filler
tube (3). If transmission temperature is
below 160F (71C), ensure dipstick (1)
shows fluid level is within COLD RUN
band (4). If fluid level is not within
COLD RUN band, add as necessary, or
notify unit maintenance to drain.
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