TM 9-2320-366-10-2
3-7. CLEANING VEHICLE (CONT)
CAUTION
Do not wipe dirt off vehicle when it is dry. Dirt, stones, or debris may
scratch and damage vehicle. Failure to comply may result in damage to
equipment.
Periodically wash the engine side of the fan clutch in the engine
compartment. Fine particles of road debris may build-up in the fan clutch
housing causing the fan clutch to drag and not fully release. Failure to
comply may result in damage to equipment.
Do not allow water to enter air filter inlet while washing vehicle. Air filter
becomes restricted when wet and may cause a loss in engine power.
Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.
Do not use high pressure water or steam on starting motor. When cleaning
engine/transmission, starting motor must be protected from any high
pressure water or steam. Failure to comply may result in damage to
equipment.
Do not direct high-pressure water stream at glass surfaces, seals, air
intake, exhaust outlet, or any other component of vehicle that could be
easily damaged by high-pressure water stream. Failure to comply may
result in damage to equipment.
Do not use high pressure water or steam to clean interior of vehicle. Failure
to comply may result in damage to equipment.
Do not use strong detergent or abrasive cleaners. Failure to comply result
in damage to equipment.
Do not allow cleaning compounds to come into contact with rubber, vinyl,
or canvas materials. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.
Do not allow corrosion-removing cleaning compounds to contact painted
surfaces. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.
Do not use compressed air in cleaning cab interior. Failure to comply may
result in damage to equipment.
Do not steam clean any part of vehicle that has been rustproofed. Failure
to comply may result in damage to equipment.
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