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OPERATE IN SANDY OR DUSTY CONDITIONS (Con"t).
g.
Whenever operating in sandy or dusty areas, you should:
(1)
Make sure each tire has a valve cap.
(2)
Check engine and transmission temperature and engine oil
pressure frequently.
(3)
If vehicle overheats, stop and find out why. Service or notify
Unit Maintenance, as necessary.
(4)
Make sure engine oil filler tube and transmission fluid filler
tube are cleaned before dipsticks are removed to check fluid levels. Clean accumula-
tions of sand and dirt from around any fluid filler locations before checking or adding
fluids.
(5)
Clean spouts of fuel containers and areas around filler caps
on fuel tanks before adding fuel. Under extremely sandy or dusty conditions, filter fuel
when filling tanks.
(6)
Cover window glass to protect against sand blasting.
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OPERATE IN WOODS OR ON ROCKY TERRAIN.
NOTE
M915A2 is equipped with No Spin® automatic lock-
ing positive traction differential on the forward-rear
axle; all vehicles except M915A2 are equipped with
No Spin® on both rear axles. The No Spin® differen-
tial eliminates individual wheel spinout for better
traction.
When locking system is engaged, driving axles
receive equal torque.
For all vehicles except M915A2, shift transfer case
selector to LOW range if operating in extremely slip-
pery conditions or while climbing steep inclines.
a.
Ensure vehicle can clear any obstructions and try to avoid low hang-
ing tree limbs which might cause damage.
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