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PMCS COLUMN DESCRIPTION - Continued
Procedures
Description of procedure for check or service.
Equipment Not Ready or Available If
Gives description of condition which renders vehicle or equipment not mission capable.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)
For each service interval, perform all checks and services listed and all checks and services associated with any
lower service intervals.
Before: Do Before (B) PMCS just before operating vehicle or equipment. Pay attention to CAUTIONS
and WARNINGS.
During: Do the During (D) PMCS while vehicle or equipment or their component systems are in
operation. Pay attention to CAUTIONS and WARNINGS.
After: Do After (A) PMCS after operating vehicle or equipment. Pay attention to CAUTIONS and
WARNINGS.
Always perform PMCS in the same order, every time. Once practiced, problems can be spotted quickly. If
malfunctions occur, attempt to repair using instructions in Troubleshooting section of this Technical Manual. If
there appears to be a problem or malfunction that cannot be repaired immediately, complete either
DA Form 5988-E or DA Form 2404 (WP 0230).
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