TM 9-2350-256-103-13. MAINTENANCE UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS-Continued.(4)Suspension. Clean and lubricate all parts as specified in Appendix F. Lubricate generously into eachlubrication fitting to force out any water.(5)Batteries. Check the batteries for level of electrolyte to be sure that no water entered through the ventcaps. This is important if the vehicle was submerged in salt water.(6)Electricalconnections. Check all electrical connections for corrosion.(7)Fuelsystem. Drain fuel tanks of any accumulated water.(8)Aircleaners. If water is found in the air cleaner, clean and dry the filter element (see para. 3-10).(9)Condensation. The sudden cooling of the warm interior air upon submersion might cause condensation ofmoisture within instruments. A period of exposure to warm air after fording should eliminate this condition.(10)Visiondevices. If moisture has entered optical instruments, turn them in to unit maintenance for repair atearliest opportunity.(11)Armament.(a)Perform authorized lubrication services (refer to TM 9-1005-213-10 for caliber .50 machine gun).(b)Cleaningandlubrication. Drain or wipe dry all trapped moisture. Clean all exposed parts and coatwith preservative lubricating oil. Refer to Appendix F.(12)Deep-waterfording. Refer to TM 9-238 for deep-water fording information.e.Maintenance After Operation on Unusual Terrain.(1)Mud. Clean and lubricate all parts as soon as possible after operation in mud. Refer to Appendix F.(2)Sandordust. Clean engine and engine compartment. Touch up (Appx. D, item 17, 18, 19, or 20) allpainted surfaces damaged by wind-blown sand. Lubricate completely to force out any sand or dust. Aircleaner dust covers must be cleaned daily. Oil coolers should be cleaned daily with compressed air. Notifyunit maintenance to check and clean fuel oil filters.3-60
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