TM 9-2350-277-10
TOW START DISABLED CARRIER -- Continued
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CAUTION
Failure to pull tow start handle when carrier begins to move could cause engine to start up in
reverse and can damage carrier. Check that tow start handle is pulled out.
NOTE
If tow start handle is released during tow, it will return to normal position. No harm will result,
but transmission will drop out of second gear lockup, and engine will not turn over.
8.
Open cover, pull and hold tow start handle of disabled carrier. Signal driver of recovery vehicle to start.
9.
Hold tow start handle while carrier is being towed. Find a straight level stretch of ground and tow disabled carrier at a
speed between 9 and 15 mph to start the engine.
10. When disabled carrier starts, release tow start handle and close cover.
11. Slowly bring both vehicles to a stop.
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