TM 9-2320-361-10 2-40. OPERATION IN DEEP MUD (Contd) CAUTION Do not attempt to jump vehicle out of deep mud with quick transmission gear changes. Doing this may result in damage to equipment. (6) If vehicle becomes stuck in deep mud, use second vehicle with winch for recovery operation. Refer to para. 2-24. d. Driving Vehicle on Roads. WARNING Do not operate vehicle on wet, smooth roads with lowered tire inflation. Do not operate vehicle at too great a speed for road conditions. Low tire inflation or excessive speeds may cause loss of vehicle control on wet, smooth roads resulting in injury or death to personnel. (1) Perform steps in c., as necessary. (2) Approach large water-filled chuckholes with caution. Chuckhole depth is difficult to determine, and vehicle may become stuck. e. After Operation. (1) Wash all mud from vehicle as soon as possible, before it has time to dry and harden. (2) (3) (4) Remove tire chains from driving wheels. If vehicle front winch was used, clean and lubricate. Perform after operation PMCS, table 2-2. 2-41. FORDING OPERATION CAUTION Never attempt to cross water deeper than 30 in. (76 cm) unless fording (deepwater) kit is installed. Doing this may result in damage to engine components. a. To ford water more than 30 in. (76 cm) in depth, refer to para. 2-52. b. If vehicle is accidentally submerged in water deeper than 30 in. (76 cm): (1) Recover vehicle using second vehicle with front winch. Refer to para. 2-24. (2) Notify your supervisor. 2-190