TM-9-2350-311-20-1 Maintenance Manual for Volume 1 M109 Hull Download
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TM 9-2350-311-20-1 9-13 TRANSMISSION THROTTLE VALVE This task covers: Adjustment General mechanic’s tool kit (item 64, Appx H) Adjustment 1 2 3 4 5 6 NOTE Perform after engine throttle governor control rod adjustment. Remove quick-release pin (1) (hidden) and remove transmission throttle valve control rod (2) from lever on throttle control lever bracket assembly (3). Fully depress accelerator pedal and hold in depressed position. (Lever on throttle control lever bracket will move towards driver's compartment bulkhead.) Move transmission throttle valve lever against stop (toward driver’s compartment bulkhead). Loosen nut (4) on transmission throttle valve control rod and turn rod end (5) 1/2 turn at a time, until pin (1 ) will freely enter rod end and lever. Insert pin and release accelerator pedal. Shorten transmission throttle valve control rod (2) to put spring (6) under compression by rotating rod end (5) clockwise 2 turns. This ensures full travel of transmission throttle lever. Tighten nut (4). To adjust linkage properly, install transmission throttle valve control rod (2) to lever on throttle control lever bracket assembly (3). Linkage is adjusted properly. 9-51