TM 5-2350-378-23&P
FIELD MAINTENANCE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools and Special Tools
Materials/Parts
Lubricating Oil, Engine
Parts Kit, Hydraulic (WP 0054, Table 1, Item 3)
(WP 0053, Table 1, Item 1)
GENERAL HYDRAULIC SYSTEM REPAIR METHODS
This section contains repair methods for the hydraulic system. If special repair methods or procedures are required
for the hydraulic system components or parts, specific repair instructions are included in the individual maintenance
tasks in TM 5-2350-262-20.
GENERAL HYDRAULIC SYSTEM REPAIR
WARNING
High pressure is present in the M9 ACE hydraulic system. Do not disconnect any
hydraulic system component unless hydraulic system pressure has been relieved.
Ensure each hydraulic control lever is moved several times through all positions, and
hydraulic tank dipstick is slowly loosened to relieve pressure. Failure to comply may result
in severe injury or death to personnel.
Main hydraulic pump weighs approximately 130 lb (59 kg). Severe injury to personnel
could result if pump is not handled with caution.
Before performing any hydraulic troubleshooting in the bowl, move the ejector forward
and disable it by disconnecting the ejector cylinder or by engaging the ejector lock. Failure
to comply may result in severe injury or death to personnel.
Spilled hydraulic oil is very slippery. Be careful when entering or working in bowl area.
Wipe up any spilled oil immediately. Failure to comply may result in severe injury to
personnel.
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