TM-9-2350-311-20-2 Maintenance Manual Volume 2 for M109 Cab Download
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TM 9–2350–311–20–2 2–18 Change 2 Section III. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS), LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS, AND MANDATORY REPLACEMENT PARTS 2–8 LUBRICATION 2–8.1 General All lubrication procedures applicable to the unit maintenance level have been integrated within the PMCS procedures found in Table 2–2, Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services for M109 Self-Propelled Howitzer. Information on autho- rized lubricants, lubrication intervals, man-hour requirements, the Army Oil Analysis Program, and other areas pertinent to lubrication may be found in the remainder of para 2–8. 2–8.2 Lubrication Intervals Lubrication procedures are integrated within the PMCS procedures in accordance with the interval in which performance is required. For example, a lubrication required annually is incorporated with the annual preventive maintenance proce- dures. The “Interval” column of the PMCS table indicates the appropriate interval for performing lubrication. Oil and filters are to be changed whenever they are known to be contaminated or clogged. When AOAP analysis service is available, change oil and filters at the direction of the AOAP laboratory. When AOAP analysis service is not available, change oil and filters at 75 hours or 750 miles of operation. Always lubricate after water fording. Use Table 2–1, Expected Temperature Lubrication Table, to determine seasonal lubrication requirements. When changing engine and transmission oil due to seasonal requirements always change the oil filters. The following lubrication interval symbols shall be used on illustrations, as applicable. Q – quarterly A – annually AOAP – Upon direction of Army Oil Analysis Program RDS – Rounds fired 2–8.3 Cleaning WARNING Solvents can burn easily, can give off harmful vapors, and are harmful to skin and clothing. To avoid injury or death, keep away from open fire and use in well-ventilated area. If solvent gets on skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. Clean parts with cleaning compound (item 9.1, Appx D).