TM 9-2320-279-20-2
Change 4
16-198.5
Cab and Body Maintenance Instructions (Cont)
16-49.3 TANK VENT DRAIN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (M978).
Supplies
Compound, sealing, pipe thread, Item 18.2,
Appendix C
This task covers:
a. Removal
c. Follow-on Maintenance
b. Installation
INITIAL SETUP
Personnel Required
MOS 63S, Heavy wheel vehicle mechanic
Equipment Condition
TM or Para
Condition Description
TM 9-2320-279-10 Shut off engine.
References
None
Special Tools
None
Models
M978
Test Equipment
None
Special Environmental Conditions
None
General Safety Instructions
No smoking, flames, sparks, and hot or glow-
ing objects within 50 ft (15 m) of vehicle.
NOTE
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There are two configurations of vents that may be installed on the tank.
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Model A, vent valve and vent drain hose.
S
Model B, plug only.
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Note which configuration is removed to ensure same configuration is installed.
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For Model A, perform steps (1.1) through (6).
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For Model B, perform step (1) only.
