TM 9-2350-287-10Section III. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURESThis section covers maintenance procedures to be performed by the driver and crew. Theseprocedures are engine cooling system maintenance, servicing of fuel system, refueling,servicing of batteries, aircleaner maintenance, track maintenance, conveyor speed adjustment,conveyor chain maintenance, APU maintenance, AFES maintenance, decal maintenance,strap webbing maintenance, restraining strap maintenance, and MWRH maintenance.ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM MAINTENANCEAdding CoolantWARNINGNEVER remove radiator cap on an overheated engine untilengine has cooled.NOTEOverheating is caused by a faulty cooling system or lowcoolant level. Proper maintenance of cooling system willhelp prevent overheating.1.Park vehicle on level ground. Lower the rpm below cruising speed on an overheatedengine until temperature drops to operating range. If temperature continues to rise, shutdown completely and allow 10 minutes for engine to cool before adding coolant.2. Open radiator cap access cover(1). Usinga rag, slowly unscrew radiator cap (2).When steam subsides, remove cap (2).3.Start engine and idle. Add coolant to topof filler neck and replace cap (2).4. Run engine for 1 minute longer toeliminate any air locks; recheck coolantlevel and add coolant if necessary.Faulty Cooling SystemIf radiator is clogged or dirty, notify Unit maintenance.Change 13-19
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