TM 5-3895-369-14
Item
No.
3
Before
4
5
5
During
Table 2-3. Operator Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services - CONT.
Interval
Before
During
Location
Item to
Check/Service
ENGINE
Engine coolant
INTERIOR
Brakes
Instrument panel
Instrument panel
Procedure
Check coolant level only when the engine is
stopped. Wait until the temperature is
below 160°F (70°C) before removing the
radiator pressure cap. Failure to do so can
cause personal injury from heated coolant
spray.
Check coolant level. Maintain coolant level
at not more than one inch below bottom of
radiator neck.
Test ail brakes before operating vehicle.
Inspect panel for damage, unserviceable
instruments, and broken glass. Monitor
instrumentation regularly for proper
function of ail systems.
a. Engine Oil Pressure:
10 PSI at idle (min. allowable).
30 PSI to 60 PSI at rated rpm.
Continuous operation with coolant
temperature above 212°F (100°C) can
damage the engine.
b. Engine Coolant Temperature:
180°F Min.
190°F Max.
Not Fully Mission
Capable If:
Class III leaks exist.
Overheating condition
exists (above 212°F
[100°C]).
Brakes do not function
properly.
A malfunction/deficiency is
observed during operation
which would damage the
equipment if operation
were continued.
Oil pressure gauge is
inoperable.
Coolant temperature gauge
is inoperative.
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