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OPERATE IN WOODS OR ON ROCKY TERRAIN (Con’t).
b.
Ensure spare wheel and tire assembly is available.
C.
For
M916A1
and
M916A2, release fifth wheel (oscillating)
travel lockout by removing locking pin
(1) lowering lockout (2) and reinserting
locking pin (1). This allows fifth wheel to
oscillate side-to-side.
d.
For
M917A1
and
M917A1 w/MCS, select cross-country
(X-C) mode on CTIS selector panel
(paragraph 2-17).
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OPERATE ON SNOW OR ICE.
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.
General.
(1)
Driving.
(a)
Accelerate slowly to avoid spinning tires.
(b)
Drive at slower speeds.
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