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TM10-3930-660-10
2-21. OPERATION IN EXTREME COLD.
a.
Preparations. Extensive preparation of mechanical equipment is required when extreme cold
weather is anticipated. The following steps will help protect the vehicle against subfreezing
temperatures.
(1) Contact Unit Maintenance to prepare the cooling system by draining and then refilling with
antifreeze appropriate for anticipated temperatures. Refer to Appendix D and FM 4-367.
(2) Contact Unit Maintenance to change the engine lubricating oil to the grade called for in
LO1 0-3930-660-12 for cold weather operation.
b. S t a r t i n g t h e E n g i n e.
(1) Try starting the engine using the procedure given in paragraph 2-6.
Do not operate the vehicle with the emergency steer switch in the Off
position. If engine power is lost there will be a loss of emergency steering
capabilities. Failure to follow this precaution could result in severe
personal injury.
Use the engine primer button only while cranking the engine. Use only for
starting a cold engine. Failure to follow this precaution could cause
engine damage.
NOTE
The engine primer will not function at temperatures above 34 ± 8° F.
(2) If the engine does not start, turn the emergency steering pump switch off (switch up).
Do not depress the engine primer button for more than 5 seconds. Failure
to follow this precaution could result in vehicle damage.
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