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TM 5-3805-290-23-2
FUEL TANK REPLACEMENT
THIS WORK PACKAGE COVERS
Draining, Removal, Inspection, Installation
INITIAL SETUP
References
Maintenance Level
Direct Support
TM 5-3805-290-10
Tools and Special Tools
Equipment Conditions
Tool kit, general mechanic's (Item 96, WP 0205 00)
Radiator and fan group removed (WP 0168 00)
Shop equipment, automotive maintenance and
Battery cables disconnected from battery (WP 0079
repair: field maintenance, basic, less power (Item
75, WP 0205 00)
Rear toolbox removed (WP 0117 00)
Materials/Parts
Fuel tank lines disconnected from fuel tank (WP
Cap set, protective (Item 8, WP 0206 00)
Diesel fuel, DF-1 (Item 16, WP 0206 00)
If equipped, arctic heater fuel line disconnected
Fuel oil, diesel, DF-2 (Item 18, WP 0206 00)
from fuel tank (WP 0141 00)
Fuel, turbine, aviation (Item 19, WP 0206 00)
Drawings Required
Rag, wiping (Item 41, WP 0206 00)
TM 5-3805-290-23P, Figure 25
Tag, marker (Item 54, WP 0206 00)
Estimated Time to Complete Task
Personnel Required
MOS 62B, Construction Equipment Repairer (2)
9.0 hr
WARN I N G
DO NOT perform fuel system checks, inspections, or maintenance while smoking or near fire, flames, or
sparks. Fuel may ignite, causing injury or death to personnel or damage to equipment.
To prevent injury to personnel, wear protective eye covering and gloves.
N OT E
Fuel tank capacity is 59.4 gal. (225 L).
Use an appropriate container to catch any fuel that may drain from hoses or system. Dispose of fuel IAW
local policy and ordinances. Ensure all spills are cleaned up.
