TM 5-3805-258-10Chapter 1FORWARDThis guide contains operation instructionsand lubrication and maintenance information,The operation section is a reference forthe new operator and a refresher for theexperienced one. Read - study - andkeep it handy.Illustrations guide the operator throughcorrect procedures of checking, starting,operating and stopping the vehicle.Operating techniques outlined in thispublication are basic, Skill and techniquesdevelop as the operator gains knowledgeof the vehicle.The maintenance section is a guide toequipment care. The illustrated, step-by-stepinstructions are grouped by servicingintervals. Topics without specific intervalsare listed under “When Required.” Topicsin the “Lubrication and Maintenance Chart”are referenced to detailed instructions thatfollow.Use the service meter to determineservicing intervals. Calendar intervals shown(daily, weekly, monthly, etc.) may be usedinstead of service meter intervals if theyprovide more convenient servicingschedules and approximate the indicatedservice meter reading,Under extremely severe, dusty or wetoperating conditions, more frequentlubrication than is specified in the“Lubrication and Maintenance Chart” maybe necessary.Perform service on topics at multiples ofthe original requirement, For example, atEvery 500 Service Hours or 3 Months,also service those topics listed under Every250 Service Hours or Monthly, Every 50Service Hours or Weekly and Every 10Service Hours or Daily.Some photographs in this publication mayshow details or attachments that may bedifferent from your vehicle. Somephotographs show guards or coversremoved for clear illustration, that neednot be removed for routine lubrication andmaintenance.Continuing improvement and advancementof product design may have causedchanges to your vehicle which are notincluded in this publication. Each publicationis reviewed and revised, as required, toupdate and include such changes in latereditions.Maintenance forms, records and reports which areused by maintenance personnel at all levels arelisted in and prescribed by DA Pam 738-750.You can help improve this manual. If you find anymistakes or know of a way to improve the proce-dures, please let us know. Mail your letter or DAForm 2028 (Recommended Changes to Publica-tions and Blank Forms) directly to: Commander,U.S. Army Tank-Automotive command, ATTN:AMSTA-MB, Warren, Ml 48397-5000. A reply willbe furnished to you.1
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