TM 5-3805-260-10
When Required
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Windshield Washer and Wiper
Fill the windshield washer bottle, located under the hood,
when it is empty. Use a non-freezing window washer
solvent in freezing temperatures.
Inspect the windshield wiper blades. Replace them if
they are worn or damaged, or if streaking occurs.
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Engine and Transmission Oil Samples
Refer to technical bulletin TB 43-0210, for proper oil
sample intervals and detailed sampling procedures.
CAUTION
Do not take samples after oil has been added.
Operate the machine for at least 8 hours before
taking a sample.
CAUTION
Keep sampling supplies (tubing, bottle, caps, etc.)
free of any contamination. Be sure to mark sample
bottles clearly for easy identification.
To Take Engine Oil Sample
1.
Clean the engine oil sampling valve (1) thoroughly.
Start the engine and bring up to normal operating
temperature.
2.
With the engine at idle, remove the dust cap (2) on
the oil sampling valve. Attach an appropriate size hose
to the valve if desired. Place a vessel under the valve
opening (or hose if used) and pull or turn ring to drain
about one pint of oil. Release ring to close valve.
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