INTRODUCTION - Continued

TM 5-5420-226-20-1 INTRODUCTION - Continued When checking fluid levels, vehicle must be on level surface. Oil filters shall be serviced/cleaned/changed when they are known to be contaminated or clogged, service is recommended by AOAP, or hard time service is required. Dispose of used lubricants in accordance with local Standing Operating Procedures (SOP). For arctic operation, see FM 9-207. For desert operation, see FM 90-3. Clean all grease fittings before attaching grease gun. When using grease gun, operate until grease appears around seals or out of relief valve and check escaping grease for contamination. If contamination is found, notify support maintenance. If no other treatment is directed, paint or clean and coat unprotected metal surfaces with cleaner, lubricant, preservative (CLP). Clean around filler necks/drain plugs/openings before servicing to keep dirt from entering system. Lubricate oil can points as they become accessible while performing PMCS procedures. Use the applicable lubricant identified and lubricate the following items as a part of PMCS: Headlight removal nuts Grille door hinges Fender stowage box latches and hinges Control rod clevises Towing hooks (hinge pin) Ammunition box latches Brake linkage Driver’s and commander’s Transmission support guide seats moving parts rails and rollers Hatch locks and hinges Driver’s escape hatch late Universal joints model (clean and coat pins, plungers, Driver’s night viewer hatch and all unpainted surfaces) door pivot pin and latch Oil Can Points Lubricants For arctic operation, see FM 9-207 not lubricate the following items: Starter solenoid Air cleaner blower motor Hydraulic powerpack electric motor Heater motor Gas particulate fan motor Tracks Tachometer drive adapter Ventilator blower motor Any item not pointed out. 3-10 Change 6