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M984E1 General Operating Procedures (Cont)
TOW M880 (CONT).
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(24) Release disabled vehicle parking brake and place transmission in
neutral (refer to M880 operator's manual).
(25) Using retrieval controls, alternately retract tow cylinders (2) and lift
cylinder (19) until M880 adapters (15) are positioned tight against rear
bumper (20) and tow cylinders are fully retracted.
NOTE
12-ft (3.5 m) tow chains can be adjusted to allow
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M880 adapters to lift evenly.
Right side of disabled vehicle shown.
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(26) Raise disabled vehicle until rear tires (27) are approximately 6 in.
(150 mm) above ground.
(27) Lower disabled vehicle until rear tires (27) contact ground, but 12-ft
(3.5 m) tow chains (22) remain tight.
(28) Attach grab hooks (28) to 12-ft (3.5 m) tow chains (22) and secure with
safety shackle (29).
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