c.
Engine Warmup. Start the engine and
closely. If the gauge does not indicate oil pressure within
15 seconds after starting the engine, stop the engine and
bring it to a fast idle (approx. 650 to 750 rpm ) until
report this condition to organizational maintenance.
normal operating temperature is reached, and the oil
pressure gauge shows operating readings.
5-6.
Stopping the Engine
(1) In cold weather, warm up time can be
Refer to figure 5-3 and stop the engine.
reduced by keeping the engine radiator covered.
(2) Watch the engine oil pressure gauge
STEP 1.
DEPRESS CLUTCH PEDAL.
STEP 2.
DEPRESS THROTTLE CONTROL TO CLOSE THROTTLE.
STEP 3.
TURN IGNITION SWITCH TO OFF POSITION.
STEP 4.
RELEASE CLUTCH PEDAL.
ME 3810-294-10/5-3
Figure 5-3. Stopping the engine
c. Place the EMERGENCY-RELEASE-PARK lever
5-7.
Operating the Carrier.
in the EMERGENCY position, and operate the engine at
a. Start the engine (para 5-5).
a fast idle (approx. 650 to 750 rpm) until the low air
b. Place the transfer case lever in the neutral
pressure warning flag retracts.
position, and release the clutch pedal.
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