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TRUCK SERVICE MANUAL
TM 5-4210-230-14&P-1
GENERAL INFORMATION
2.
FOURTH MONTH STORAGE SERVICE
The operations defined below should be performed on
all new vehicles which have been in storage four
months.
Operations To Be Performed
A.
Start engine and operate at fast idle until normal
engine operating temperature is reached.
B.
Operate air conditioner (if equipped) for a few
moments.
C.
Rinse wash vehicle.
D.
Touch up any paint damage.
E.
Clean and wax bright metal.
F.
Check battery water level and specific gravity.
NOTE: If gravity is under 1.225, recharge battery.
G.
Check radiator coolant level. Also check coolant for
adequate freeze protection.
H.
Install fuel tank rust inhibitor kit No. 285037-C91
(steel tanks only).
I.
Check to assure all tires are inflated (visually).
J.
Drive vehicle to parking area. Refer to parking area
Cautions outlined under General Instructions.
K.
Drain air brake reservoir(s), then close drain cock.
L.
Cover end of vertical exhaust stacks.
M.
Disconnect battery(s) ground cable. This will prevent
accidental starting, or shorting of the electrical
system.
N. To prevent fading of the interior trim when the vehicle
is exposed to the ultraviolet rays of the sun, spray or
apply a coating of Bon-Ami or similar substance on
the inside of the windshield and windows.
3.
ONCE A MONTH STORAGE SERVICE AFTER FOUR
MONTHS
A.
Remove vertical exhaust stack covers.
B.
Connect battery(s) ground cable.
C.
Start engine and operate at fast idle until normal
engine operating temperature is reached.
D.
Operate air conditioner (if equipped) for a few
moments.
E.
IMPORTANT: Where vehicles are stored outside,
particularly along coastal areas, paint and bright
metal deterioration will be more rapid due to
prevailing salt water atmosphere and high humidity.
For this reason it may be necessary to wash the steel
metal parts once a month. This operation must be
determined by the brance or dealer.
F.
Check tire pressure visually.
G.
Engage and disengage clutch and parking brake.
H.
Disconnect battery(s) ground cable. This will prevent
accidental starting or shorting of the electrical
system.
I.
Install vertical exhaust stack covers.
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