TM-9-2350-358-BD M109A6 Battlefield Damage Assessment and Repair Download
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TM 9-2350-358-BD 6-9. RADIATOR LEAKING - CONTINUED Option 2: Tubing to Hose Joint, Leak. Limitations: None Personnel/Time Required: • 1 soldier • 1.0-4.0 hours Materials/Tools: • Wire brush (found in M2/3 generic BDR kit, Section III, Appendix C) • Solvent, drycleaning (item 59, Appendix C) • Epoxy, adhesive (item 2, Appendix C) • Suitable container (scavenge from available source) References: • TM 9-2350-314-10 • TM 9-2350-314-20-1-1 Procedural Steps: 1. Gain access to radiator. 2. Inspect the radiator and pinpoint the leak location. 3. Drain the coolant. WARNING Adhesives, solvents, and sealing compounds 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 it in well- ventilated area. If adhesive, solvent, or sealing compound gets on skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. 4. Clean the leak area with solvent or available cleaner. 6-10