TM-9-2350-275-BD Battlefield Damage Assessment and Repair for M113 Family Download

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TM 9-2350-275-BD ENGINE Personnel/Time Required: 1 soldier 15 minutes Materials/Tools Clean rag Large hose or clamp or wire Procedural Steps: 1. If hole in air cleaner cannister or hose is small enough: a. Twist the surface of a rag into a point and insert into the hole. b. Secure the remainder of the rag to prevent suction of rag into and thru the hole. the engine pulling the 2. If hole is too large to stop up as above, or by some other means: a. Disconnect the air hose from engine. b. Cover inlet with a clean rag (use shirt if rag is not available). c. Anchor the cloth tightly with a hose clamp or wire. 3. Record the BDAR action taken. When the mission is completed, as soon as practicable, repair vehicle using standard maintenance procedures. 3-5