TM 5-3805-258-10BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINEWalk-Around InspectionFor your own safety and maximum servicelife of the vehicle, make a thorough walk-around inspection before mounting themachine to start the engine.Look around and under the machine forsuch items as loose or missing bolts,trash buildup, oil, coolant or fuel leaks.Inspect the condition and inflation of thetires, condition of the bucket, and thebucket linkage.Remove any trash and debris. Adjust tireinflation as needed. Have any necessaryrepairs made, loose connections andparts tightented to their specified torque andany missing parts replaced, beforestarting the engine or operating themachine.B u c k etInspect for damage or excessive wear.Bucket Control LinkageInspect for damage or excessive wear.L i g h t sInspect for broken bulbs and lensesCheck for loose or frayed wires.Radiator GuardInspect for trash buildlup.Engine PrecleanerInspect for dirt buildup.Engine CompartmentInspect for leaks - trash buildup.Steps and Grab IronsInspect their condition and cleanliness.Differentials (front and rear)Inspect under machine for leaks.33
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