TM 9--2350--292--100120 00--1MAINTENANCE AFTER FORDING0120 00THIS WORK PACKAGE COVERS:Maintenance After FordingINITIAL SETUP:Tools and Special ToolsLubricating oil (item 20, WP 0130 00)Personnel RequiredThreeReferencesWP 0130 00WP 0101 00WP 0053 00WP 0111 00TM 9--1005--213--10Although the vehicle housings are sealed to prevent leakage, water may enter, especially during submersion. Thefollowing services should be performed when the vehicle is exposed to partial or total submersion, especially in saltwater.WARNING1. HullandCab.Drain and clean hull. Clean exposed surfaces and touch up with paint where necessary. Coat unpainted metalparts with preservative lubricating oil.2. EngineandTransmission.Check the lubricant in the engine and transmission. If water or signs of water are present, have unit maintenancedrain and refill the assemblies with the correct lubricant. Refer to WP 0101 00.3. Suspension.Clean and lubricate all parts of the suspension as specified in WP 0101 00. Force lubricant generously into eachlubrication fitting to force out water.4. Batteries.Check the batteries’ electrolyte level to be sure that no water entered through the vent caps. This is important ifthe vehicle was submerged in salt water. Notify unit maintenance to check specific gravity and service batteries.5. ElectricalConnections.Check all electrical connections for corrosion. Notify unit maintenance to clean or repair electrical connectors.6. AuxiliaryPowerUnit.Check oil level for water. If water or signs of water are present, have unit maintenance drain and refill with correctlubricant. Refer to WP 0101 00. Start APU (WP 0053 00), run under load until engine and generator assemblyare free from residual moisture in and around the unit.
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