TM 9-2320-269-10
STOPPING AND SHUTTING DOWN ENGINE - CONTINUED
2.
Shutting Down the Engine
NOTE
After prolonged engine operation, or using the PTO, idle the engine from three to five minutes before
shutting the engine down. This few minutes of idling allows the lubricating oil and coolant to carry heat
away from the engine block.
a.
Turn key switch (6) to OFF position (7).
b.
Pull engine stop control (8) out to stop engine.
c.
Make certain throttle control (9) is pushed in.
PARKING
WARNING
When parking the M876 truck do not leave transmission in gear: If truck rolls engine could start by heat
from compression and cause injury to personnel, or damage to truck.
Do not park the M876 truck with engine running, and leave it unattended.
CAUTION
Always insure that the parking brake is applied before you leave the parked vehicle.
Do not apply service brakes while parking brake is on. Depressing brake pedal releases the parking brake momentarily.
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