TM-9-2320-280-10 HMMWV Operator Manual Download
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TM 9-2320-280-10 Change 1 3-11 WARNING When raising and securing hood, ensure the hood prop rod is secured to hood support bracket. Damage to equipment or injury to personnel will occur if hood is not properly secured in raised position. (4) Push the hood toward the passenger side and lift at the same time, moving your hands toward the front of the hood as it opens. The prop rod (2) should automatically engage the support bracket (3) when hood is raised. b. Lowering hood. WARNING When releasing hood prop rod, do not pull rod at hook end. Injury to fingers will result. CAUTION Lower hood slowly. Damage to hood and/or headlights can occur if hood is dropped. (1) While supporting and slightly raising the hood, grasp prop rod (2) above retaining ring (5), pull out, and release hood prop rod (2). (2) Once the prop rod hook (4) is clear of the support bracket (3), slowly lower hood and secure left and right hood latches (1).