TM-9-2350-277-10 Operator Manual M113A3 M577A3 M1064A3 M1068A3 M58 Download
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TM 9-2350-277-10 DRIVE CARRIER — Continued 0023 00 5. Steer in a series of short turns on side slopes rather than one long even turn. This allows debris to feed out of the tracks. Use gear range 1 or 1-2. 6. Descend grades slowly. Shift to a lower range before starting down. Approach bottom cautiously to avoid digging. Use 1 range for 30% to 60% grades and 1-2 range for up to 30% grades. Don’t use engine and transmission to hold carrier on a slope. 0023 00-5 Change 3