TM 9-2320-209-10-1
e.
Care of Vehicle After Fording.
(1) Clean all surfaces that have been in the water.
Coat all unpainted metal parts
with engine lubricating oil (OE).
(2) When necessary return to organizational maintenance for paint touch up.
NOTE
Salt water fording causes rust, especially on unpainted surfaces.
Clean salt water and salt deposits from all parts of truck as
soon as possible. Deliver truck as soon as possible to direct
support maintenance regardless of maintenance done.
If truck is accidently submerged in water deeper than 30
f. Accidental Submersion.
inches do the following:
(1) Salvage truck.
(2) Preserve truck temporarily.
(3) As soon as possible, send truck to direct support maintenance for complete
maintenance.
