TM 9-2330-383-14&P
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OPERATION (CONT)
(b)
Aline towing vehicle and trailer. Adjust mirrors for a good view.
Place transmission on towing vehicle in neutral and apply towing
vehicle parking brakes. Make sure towbar is in centered position
by lining up the alinement grooves. Remove hitch pin (1); raise
lockpin handle (2), then rotate it counterclockwise to lock
lockpin in place; replace hitch pin (1) through holes. Post
ground guides to left front and rear where you can see them. Give
instructions to ground guides. Pick a reference point. Place
front wheels of towing vehicle in center position.
CAUTION
Make only small steering corrections to avoid equipment damage.
(c)
Release all parking brakes, place transmission on towing vehicle
in reverse and commence backing. Closely observe alinement of
vehicles, the ground guides, and your reference point.
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