TM 9-2320-365-34-1Section IV. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES2-16. MAINTENANCE INTRODUCTIONThis section provides general procedures to be followed for the Unit, Direct Support, and General SupportMaintenance levels as specified in the Maintenance Allocation Chart (MAC). When a special procedure is used, thedetailed procedure will be in the section covering that component.2-17. GROUND HANDLINGa. 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 ordownhill 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 9-2320-365-10 for mooring condition and tiedown locations.d. Hoisting. Sling assemblies and towing eyes used for hoisting are found on the vehicle.2-18. GENERAL REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONSa. Work Required. Remove parts if repair or replacement is required. Do not disassemble a component anyfurther than needed.b. Preparation. Before removal of any electrical, hydraulic, or air system components, ensure system componentis not energized or pressurized. Disconnect battery ground cables. Relieve air system pressure. Before removal offasteners (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 oflines 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 willsecure the vehicle for safe tire removal.f. Location. Before removing cable ties, cushion clamps, hoses, tubing, wiring etc., note the location, position androuting to ensure correct assembly.2-19. GENERAL DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONSa. Cleanliness. Work area must be as clean as possible to prevent contamination to components.2-983
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