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M977 Through M985 General Operating Procedures (Cont)
2-11. DRIVE VEHICLE (CONT).
e. Operate Transmission and Transfer Case.
1. Transmission (Non- FHTV Model Vehicles).
(a)
Push in button (1) and move transmission range selector (2) to
desired position.
(b)
Use R (reverse) to:
S
Move vehicle backwards.
(c)
Use N (neutral) to:
S
Start engine.
S
Park vehicle.
S
Perform stationary power takeoff.
(d)
Use D (drive) to:
S
Drive in normal conditions.
S
Move forward from a stop.
(e)
Use 3 (third range) to:
S
Drive in off-road conditions.
S
Drive in city traffic.
S
Haul a heavy load.
(f)
Use 2 (second range) to:
S
Drive down moderate grades.
S
Control vehicle speed.
(g)
Use 1 (first range) to:
S
Drive through mud or snow.
S
Drive up or down steep grades.
S
Give maximum vehicle speed control.
