TM 5-2420-230-24-1
K-3. BLEEDING SINGLE GEAR SYSTEM.
This Task Covers:
a. Bleeding
b. Follow-On Maintenance
INITIAL SETUP
Test Equipment
Equipment Conditions
None
TM or Para
Condition Description
Vehicle positioned on level
ground.
Tools and Special Tools
Pan, drain, Item 29, Appendix B
Parking brake applied.
Tool kit, general mechanics, Item 38, Appendix B
Engine shut OFF.
Electrical master switch OFF.
"Do Not Operate" tag attached
Materials/Parts
Cloth, lint-free, Item 10, Appendix C
to ignition switch.
Dexron III, Item 27, Appendix C
Drawings Required
TM 5-2420-230-24P Figure 111
Personnel Required
MOS 62B, Construction Equipment Repairer
Estimated Time to Complete Task
Refer to MAC in Appendix B
References
None
a. Bleeding.
Hydraulic fluid (Dexron III) is TOXIC. Wear protective goggles and gloves; use only in
well-ventilated area; avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes. Skin and clothing that come in contact
with hydraulic oil should be washed immediately. Saturated clothing should be removed immediately.
Failure to comply may result in injury to personnel.
Refer to page K-43 for bleeding procedure.
b. Follow-On Maintenance.
Remove "Do Not Operate" tag from ignition switch (TM 5-2420-230-10).
END OF TASK
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