TM-9-2320-280-10 HMMWV Operator Manual Download
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2-180 Change 1 2-50. REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF S250 SHELTER CARRIER REAR SUSPENSION TIEDOWN KIT CAUTION The M1037 and M1042 shelter carriers are specifically designed to be operated with the S250 shelter installed. The vehicles can be driven safely without the shelter installed, or equivalent payload of 1,500 lb (681 kg), for short distances (e.g., to and from maintenance or from the rail head when being delivered), but this should not be done often or for long distances. Driving for long distances without the shelter installed, or equivalent payload of 1500 lb (681 kg) evenly distributed in center of cargo area, will cause damage to equipment. NOTE • Rear suspension tiedown kit is to be used only for shipment and should be removed promptly after shipment. • The following applies to M1037 and M1042 vehicles only. a. Removal of S250 Rear Suspension Tiedown Kit. (1) Using wrench provided, turn out turnbuckle assembly (1) and unhook from suspension tiedown bracket (2) and suspension tiedown bar (7). (2) Remove suspension tiedown bracket (2) from upper spring mount bracket (4). (3) Remove suspension tiedown bar (7) from lower control arm (5). b. Installation of S250 Rear Suspension Tiedown Kit. CAUTION Ensure suspension tiedown bracket is fully seated to upper spring mount bracket and nut. Suspension tiedown bracket could spring free under tension, causing damage to vehicle. (1) Install suspension tiedown bracket (2) to upper spring mount bracket (4) with cupped end seated against upper spring mount bracket nut (3). (2) Install suspension tiedown bar (7) into lower control arm (5) and shock mount bracket (6). NOTE Ensure turnbuckle assembly eye and hook have an equal amount of threads inside the turnbuckle. (3) Grease threads on turnbuckle assembly (1) and hook turnbuckle assembly (1) to suspension tiedown bar (7) and suspension tiedown bracket (2). (4) With wrench provided, tighten until turnbuckle assembly (1) is completely turned in. TM 9-2320-280-10