TM-9-2350-311-20-1 Maintenance Manual for Volume 1 M109 Hull Download
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TM 9-2350-311-20-1 Operating the powerplant out of the vehicle lets maintenance personnel inspect the control and drive components of the powerplant by hand-operating control linkages on the transmission. Components can be checked for proper functioning and performance with the powerplant outside the vehicle without harm to the unit. c. Special Equipment Hookup 1 Install two protective screens on radiator fans (153) with two thumbscrews and two nuts. 2 Install safety screen on air cleaner duct (76) with fine screen side facing out and install clamp (75). 3 Install engine exhaust pipe (60) on exhaust outlet (154) with clamp (59). 4 Position coolant surge tank (137) to one side, being careful not to bend hoses. 4-29