TM 5-3810-289-12
Table 8-1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services
Interval
B-Before operation
A-After operation
M-Monthly
Item
Operator
Org
D-During operation
W-Weekly
Quarterly
Number
Daily
M
Q
Item to be inspected
Procedure
Reference
B
D
A
W
1
X
FUEL FILTERS
Check for loose mounting and leaks.
1
Inspect and service.Para 4-23
2
X
FUEL PUMP
Check for loose mounting and leaks.
2
Inspect and service.
Para 4-19
3
X
X
FUEL TANK
Inspect tank and cap strainer. Add fuel as required.
Para 3-14
3
Tighten loose mounting. Clean cap vent. Replace de-
Para 4-26 and
fective cap gasket. Replace leaking tank.
4-27
4
X
X
4
CRANKCASE OIL
Add oil as required.
Lubrication order
LEVEL GAGE
5
X
X
RADIATOR
Proper coolant level is 2 inches below filler neck.
5
Replace cracked or frayed hose. Remove obstructions
Para 4-31
in air passages. Replace defective radiator. Tighten
all mountings and leaking connections. Correct pres-
sure for cap is 7 pounds.
6
X
ALTERNATOR BELT
Inspect and adjust.
Para 3-17
7
X
FAN BELT
Inspect and service.
Para 3-16
6
Replace a worn, frayed, or cracked belt.
Para 4-32
8
X
BATTERIES
Tighten loose cables and mounting. Remove corrosion.
Para 2-3
Fill to 3/8 inch above plates. In freezing weather
run engine a minimum of one hour after adding
water. Clean vent hole in filler cap.
7
Replace a cracked or leaking battery.
Para 4-46
9
X
X
X
8
CONTROLS AND
Inspect for damage and insecure mounting. With unit
INSTRUMENTS
operating, inspect for improper operation. Normal
operating readings for instruments are as follows:
Battery indicator-Slightly to right of center.
Oil pressure-40 psi.
Water temp-185 F.
10
X
X
ENGINE
Check for fuel, water or oil leaks.
11
X
X
ENGINE ACCESSORIES Check for secure mounting of engine accessories.
12
X
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Check operation of clutch for binds.
Para 3-10
13
X
X
FIRE EXTINGUISHER
Check for broken seal and inspection date.
14
X
X
AIR CLEANER
Check for loose connections. In dusty areas check for
Para 3-13
excessive collections of dust.
3-4
