TM-9-2320-361-24-2 Field Maintenance Manual Volume 2 for M44A2 Series Trucks
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TM 9-2320-361-24-2 0261 00 0261 00-1/2 blank FIELD MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 2-1/2 TON, 6X6, M44A2 SERIES TRUCKS (MULTIFUEL) CARGO BODIES TAILGATE MAINTENANCE CLEANING AND INSPECTION AND REPAIR INITIAL SETUP: Applicable Models M35A2, M35A2C, M36A2 References TB 43-0209 TC 9-510 TC 43-0139 TC 9-237 Equipment Condition Parking brake set and wheels chocked (TM 9-2320-361-10). Battery ground cable disconnected (WP 0216 00). Cargo body tailgate removed (WP 0254 00 and WP 0255 00). CLEANING AND INSPECTION 1. Clean cargo body tailgate (1) (TB 43-0209 and TM 43-0139). 2. Inspect cargo body tailgate (1) for structural damage or rust. Replace if damage or rust is severe and exceeds available repair procedures. REPAIR 1. Remove and install lashing hooks and/or data plate(s) in area(s) to be repaired or painted (WP 0254 00 and WP 0255 00). 2. Remove paint and/or rust from area(s) to be welded or repaired (TC 9-237). NOTE Refer to TM 43-0139 and TB 43-0209 for body repainting and camouflaging. 3. Repair cargo body tailgate (1) (TC 9-510). If welding is necessary, refer to TC 9-237. 4. Install cargo body tailgate (WP 0254 00 and WP 0255 00). 5. Connect batttery ground cable (WP 0126 00). 6. Release parking brake and remove wheel chocks (TM 9-2320-361-10). END OF WORK PACKAGE 1