TM 5-4320-275-13 & P
Section II. OPERATOR/CREW PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)
2-1. GENERAL
a. Before you operate. Always keep in mind the CAUTIONS and WARNINGS. Perform your before (B) PMCS.
b. While you operate. Always keep in mind the CAUTIONS and WARNINGS. Perform your during (D) PMCS.
c. After you operate. Be sure to perform your after (A) PMCS.
d. If your equipment fails to operate. Troubleshoot with proper equipment. Report any deficiencies using the proper
forms; see TM 38-750.
2-2. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES
Table 2-1 lists the preventive maintenance checks and services which shall be performed at specified intervals by the
operator/crew.
Table 2-1. Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services
B - Before
D - During
A - After
Interval
Item
Item to be Inspected.
Equipment Is Not Ready
No.
B
D
A
Procedure
Available If
1
Engine Oil Level. Check engine oil in accordance with
LO 5-4320-275-02.
2
Gear Reducer Oil Level. Check oil in accordance with
LO 5-4320-275-02.
3
Fuel Filter. Check for dirt or
water in fuel filter. Turn
shutoff valve in to OFF.
Loosen nut on bail of
fuel filter. Swing bail
aside and remove fuel
bowl. Dump fuel from
bowl and wipe clean. Re-
position fuel bowl and
bail. Tighten nut on bail.
Turn shutoff valve out to
ON.
2-2
