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Section IV. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
2-21. MAINTENANCE INTRODUCTION
This section provides general procedures to be followed for the Unit, Direct Support, and General Support 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.
2-22. GROUND HANDLING
a. 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 for mooring condition and tiedown locations.
d. Hoisting. Sling assemblies and towing eyes used for hoisting are found on the vehicle.
2-23. 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.
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