TM 9-2320-279-10-2
M984A1 General Operating Procedures (Cont)
2-58. DRIVE M984A1 (CONT).
CAUTION
Do not move TRANSFER CASE shift lever when
vehicle is moving or when transmission is in gear.
Severe damage to drive line will result.
(3)
Set TRANSFER CASE shift lever (4) to L (LO).
NOTE
S Do step (4) for Non-A2 and A2R1 model vehicles.
S Do step (4.1) for A2 and A2R1 model vehicles.
(4)
Push in button (5) and move transmission range selector (6) to 2 or 1,
depending on ground condition (para 2-11e).
(4.1)
Set transmission range selector (6.1) to 2 or 1, depending on ground
condition.
(5)
Push in PARKING BRAKE control (7).
CAUTION
Maximum no-load governed engine speed is
approximately 2250 rpm. Never allow engine speed to
go over this figure. Under full load, governed speed is
approximately 2100 rpm. If engine is allowed to go over
governed speeds, serious engine damage can result.
(6)
Slowly press down throttle treadle (8) until vehicle reaches desired
speed. Tachometer (9) should read between 1650 and 2100 rpm.
CAUTION
Do not hold steering wheel at full left or full right
position for longer than 10 seconds. Power steering oil
overheating and pump damage can result.
(7)
Accelerate, brake, and steer as required.
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