TM-9-2320-387-10 HMMWV Operator Manual Download
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TM 9-2320-387-10 Change 1 3-9 a. Raising Hood. (1) Apply parking brake. (2) Release left and right hood latches (1). (3) Facing driver’s side of hood, position one hand at the rear area of hood and other at rear area of wheel well. WARNING When raising and securing hood, ensure hood prop rod is secured to hood support bracket. Damage to equipment or injury to personnel may 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 may occur. CAUTION Lower hood slowly. Damage to hood and/or headlights can occur if hood is dropped. (1) While supporting and slightly raising hood, grasp prop rod (2) above retaining ring (5), pull out, and release hood prop rod (2). (2) Once prop rod hook (4) is clear of support bracket (3), slowly lower hood and secure left and right hood latches (1). 1 3 2 5 4