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2-13. SERVICE INTERVALS.
PMCS is to be performed at intervals determined by whichever comes first:
l Semiannual-1500 miles or 150 hours; or
l Annual-3000 miles or 300 hours.
PMCS items and intervals are to be scheduled on DD Form314 in accordance with DA Pam 738-750.
After operation in water, mud, or loose sand, the vehicle should be cleaned as soon as possible. Lubricate without
waiting for the next scheduled service.
Lubrication instructions are in Appendix G.
2-14. REPORTING REPAIRS.
Equipment faults discovered during PMCS that require repair and appear to involve unsatisfactory design or material
should be reported on SF 368, Quality Deficiency Report (Category Il), as prescribed in DA Pam 738-750.
2-15. GENERAL PMCS PROCEDURES.
Preventive maintenance is the step-by-step care, inspection, and service of equipment to maintain it in good condition
and to find problems before extensive repairs or replacements are needed. Refer to DA Pam 738-750 for instructions
on the use of forms for preventive maintenance services.
Routine Applications
TM 9-2350-287-10 contains procedures and instructions that the Unit mechanic must use to perform his duties.
Vehicle Cleanliness
CAUTION
Do not direct a stream of water or steam against the opening between the hull and
doors or hatches or against exhaust grilles, mufflers, AFES components, or other
electrical components. Failure to heed this caution may result in damage to equipment.
NOTE
The vehicle should be clean, dry, and not caked with mud when brought to a scheduled
PMCS. The vehicle should not be washed just before a scheduled PMCS; some
defects, such as loose parts and oil leaks, may not be noticed immediately after
washing.
Services
Unit-level services are defined by, and limited to, the following general procedures, Higher-level maintenance services
must be approved by the supporting maintenance unit.
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