TM 9-2320-269-10
TOWING THE M876 TRUCK - CONTINUED
CAUTION
Drivelines (propeller shafts) must be disconnected, and/or removed when front end towing disabled
vehicles. This will prevent damage to automatic transmissions.
All Axles On the Ground
1.
Remove or disconnect drivelines, as follows;
a.
Disconnect intermediate driveline rear universal joint at input flange on for- ward rear axle, and tie
driveline securely up to the underside of the truck chassis.
b.
If necessary, remove and stow Inter-axle driveline connecting rear aft axle to forward rear axle.
2.
Cage parking brake power springs if M876 truck air system has failed. See pages 2-187 and 2-188.
3.
Attach tow attachment to M876 truck front towing eyes, and pintle of the towing vehicle. Attach connecting
safety chains to both vehicles.
4.
Place a driver In the disabled vehicle to control it.
TA 222666
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