TM-9-2320-361-10 Page 161

TM-9-2320-361-10 Operator's Manual for M44A2 Series Trucks

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TM 9-2320-361-10 2-25. OPERATION OF CARGO TRUCKS (Contd) (11) To raise dropside (1): (a) Raise dropside (1) and install locking handle (b) at front of vehicle, Grasp ring (4) and turn T-bolt 90 degrees to secure, NOTE If front and side racks are installed, do steps (b) and (c). If front and side racks are not installed, go to step (d). (b) Insert front and side rack locking pin (3) through retainer ring (2). (c) Install stabilizer (7) with washer (6) and cotter pin (8). (d) Raise opposite dropside (1) as necessary, and secure in place. NOTE If front and side racks are installed, do step (e). If front and side racks are not installed, go to step (f). (e) Raise tailgate (11), and install left and right locking handles (10). Grasp rings (9) and turn T-bolts 90 degrees to secure. (f) Raise tailgate (11) and install hooks (13) on both sides of vehicle. 2-104 (g) Hook safety strap (12).