TM 9-2320-280-10
SECTION II. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES
2-3. GENERAL
A permanent record of the services, repairs, and modifications made to these
vehicles must be recorded. (Army) See DA Pam 738-750 for a list of the forms and
records required and how to complete them. (Marine Corps) Refer to TM 4700-
15/1 series.
2-4. CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
a. Cleaning is an after operation service performed by the operator/crew to keep the vehicle in a state of
readiness. Facilities and material available to operators for vehicle cleaning can vary greatly in differing
operating conditions. However, vehicles must be maintained in as clean a condition as available cleaning
equipment, materials, and tactical situations permit.
WARNING
• Drycleaning solvent is flammable and will not be used near an open flame. A fire extinguisher will be
kept nearby when the solvent is used. Use only in well-ventilated places. Failure to do this may result
in injury to personnel and/or damage to equipment.
• Protective gloves, clothing, and/or respiratory equipment must be worn whenever caustic, toxic, or
flammable cleaning solutions are used. Failure to do this may result in injury to personnel and/or
damage to equipment.
CAUTION
• Do not allow cleaning compounds to come into contact with rubber, leather, vinyl, or canvas materials.
Damage to equipment will result.
• Do not use compressed air when cleaning vehicle interiors. Damage to equipment will result.
• Do not allow water to enter air cleaner assembly air intake weathercap. Damage to engine will occur.
NOTE
Remember to clean windshield wipers of debris on a regular basis to ensure proper vision.
b. Cleaning Materials. Detailed descriptions of specific cleaning compounds, cleaning solvents,
drycleaning solutions, and corrosion-removing compounds are found in TM 9-247.
c. General Guidelines. Table 2-1 provides a general guide of cleaning materials used in removing
contaminants from various parts of the vehicle.
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