DRIVING - TM-9-2320-312-100076

TM 9-2320-312-10

OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS - CONTINUED

0005 00

DRIVING

NOTE

Refer to WP 0004 00 for the location of instrument panel controls and indicators.

Perform initial adjustments, daily checks, and self-tests.

Start engine and allow it to reach operating temperature.

Turn on appropriate vehicle lights, as needed.

With engine at idle, apply service brakes.

Select transmission direction or gear range.

Release parking brakes.

Depress accelerator pedal and move out gradually.

Check gauges and indicators frequently while operating vehicle.

SHUT DOWN ENGINE

CAUTION

Shutting down engine immediately after operating under a load can result in overheating and accelerated

wear of engine components. DO NOT shut down without idling engine for appropriate time period.

NOTE

Refer to WP 0004 00 for the location of instrument panel controls and indicators.

With service brakes applied, place transmission in N (Neutral).

Apply parking brakes.

Allow engine to idle for an appropriate time period:

If engine has been operating under low loads, idle for 30 seconds before stopping.

If engine has been operating at high rpm and/or high loads, idle for 3 to 5 minutes.

Turn off all accessories.

Turn ignition switch counterclockwise to OFF position.

Perform After operation PMCS (WP 0012 00).

OPERATE FIFTH WHEEL LIFT

WARNING

Never tow a trailer above the minimum height required for landing gear to clear the ground. Lifting fifth wheel

and trailer drastically increases the center of gravity of the trailer and increases the chance of a rollover. The

higher the fifth wheel is raised, the slower the yard tractor should be driven.

Use extreme caution when raising or lowering fifth wheel, especially when tractor/trailer combination is mov-

ing. Raise or lower fifth wheel only enough to achieve adequate clearance for trailer's landing gear and under

ride bar. Failure to follow this warning may cause vehicle to roll over, resulting in injury or death to personnel.