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Section III. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
3-1. Cleaning Your Truck.
l Never wipe off dirt when truck is dry.
l Never wash truck in direct sunlight or if the truck exterior is hot to touch.
l Wash your truck often using cold or warm water (never use hot water or any strong
detergent). Do not use abrasives to remove mud and dirt from your truck.
l While cleaning truck, look closely for evidence of rust or corrosion, bare metal or
other exterior damage. If you find any problems, notify Organizational Mainten-
ance to treat affected areas.
l Remove loose dust and dirt from cab interior components.
l Clean upholstery and seatbelts using a mild solution of warm water and soap (never
use solvents or abrasives). Wipe dry all areas that you have washed.
3-2. Fuel Tank.
W A R N I N G
When filling the fuel tank with diesel fuel be sure the hose
or nozzle or container contacts the filter tube on the fuel
tank to carry off static electricity, Do not smoke or permit
any open flame in the area of the truck while you are ser-
vicing the diesel fuel system. Failure to follow this warning
can result in equipment damage or injury to personnel.
a. SHUT DOWN ENGINE
b. WIPE OFF DIRT AROUND FILLER CAP AND OPENING.
c. REMOVE CAP.
d. FILL TANK
e. INSTALL FILLER CAP.
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