TM-9-2350-273-BD M60 M48 Battle Damage Assessment and Repair Download
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3-15. THROTTLE LINKAGE BROKEN General Information Engine power cannot be controlled. Limitations: Degraded vehicle control; no engine shut-off Personnel/Time Required: 1 soldier 45-60 minutes Materials/Tools: Wire (electrical wire, WD-1 communications wire, or any similar material) Other Options: Weld or splint broken linkage. If throttle linkage is not available, route flexible wire from engine fuel control to a soldier in the turret or on rear deck to control acceleration. Procedural Steps: WARNING With throttle wired open, vehicle will jump forward or backward when placed in gear. This could cause injury to personnel in or around vehicle. 1. Gain access to fuel control linkage. 2. Inspect throttle linkage to determine damage. 3. Disconnect the engine fuel control rod from the engine fuel control lever and then reconnect it to the emergency fuel shut-off lever. 4. Record the BDAR action taken. When the mission is completed, as soon as practicable, repair tank using standard maintenance procedures. 3-14 TM 9-2350-273-BD E N G I N E