TM 9-2350-256-102-10. INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS, CHECKS, AND SELF-TEST-Continued.(5)Backwarddownhillsteering-inforward(1st)gear.Transmission shift selection: 1st.CAUTIONAs stated above, use reverse gear for braking ONLY in extreme conditions.Vehicle must be STOPPED before shifting to R.(6)Turninginsand.(a)When turning in sand, shift to 2nd or 3rd gear and make gradual turns.(b)If sharp turns are made in 1st gear, track can be thrown. This is because of sand buildup on track.i.Stopping Vehicle.(1)Release accelerator pedal and depressbrake pedal.(2)Come to a complete stop, shift to P, andlock brake.NOTEIncrease engine idle to 1000 to 2000rpm for long halts.2-116
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