TM-9-2350-275-BD Battlefield Damage Assessment and Repair for M113 Family Download
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TM 9-2350-275-BD POWERTRAIN/STEERING SECTION II. Transmission 7-4. GEARSHIFT LINKAGE BROKEN General Information: If the gear shifting control linkages are damaged emergency transmission range selection can be performed through the engine access panel in the drivers compartment or power plant door in the crew compartment. Limitations: ● Degraded mobility Personnel/Time Required ● 1 soldier ● 10 minutes Procedural Steps: 1. Open engine access panel in drivers compartment or power plant access door. 2. Remove or disconnect damaged linkage. 3. Set shift lever to neutral to enable Neutral Safety Switch, so vehicle can be started. 4. Shift gear at transmission. Use caution to determine whether the vehicle is in reverse or a forward gear. 5. Close powerplant access door. 6. Record the BDAR action taken. When the mission is completed, as soon as practicable, repair the vehicle using standard maintenance procedures. 7-4