INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS

TB 9-2320-279-13&P-2

GENERAL MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS - CONTINUED

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INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS - CONTINUED

WARNING

To ensure survivability of personnel, welding repairs on armor kit are NOT authorized. If armor plates are

damaged, they must be replaced. Failure to follow this warning may cause failure of armor, resulting in

injury or death to personnel.

Replace any damaged armor plate. DO NOT repair by welding.

Bolts and Screws. Replace if threads are damaged, bent, loose, or stretched.

Studs. If studs are damaged, repair or replace as necessary.

Rubber Seals. Replace seal if damaged, cracked or shows signs of excessive wear.

PAINTING INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

Whenever paint is applied, care must be taken to prevent covering up installation aid markings (THIS SIDE

UP, up arrows ⇑, etc.). These installation aid markings must be protected during paint application by using

masking tape, paper, etc.

Parts must be painted in accordance with TB 43-0209, Color, Marking, and Camouflage Painting of Military Vehicles,

Construction Equipment, and Materials Handling Equipment, and TB 43-0242, CARC Spot Painting.

STANDARD TOOL REQUIREMENTS

The following are general practices regarding the use of tools:

Always use the proper tool kit and tools for the procedure being performed.

Ensure that tools are clean and lubricated to reduce wear and prevent rust.

Keep track of tools. Do not be careless with them.

Return tools to toolbox when finished with repair or maintenance.

Return toolboxes and tools to tool storage when not in use.

Inventory tools before and after each use.

Some maintenance tasks may require special or fabricated tools. The "Initial Setup" of the procedure will specify any

special or fabricated tools needed to perform that procedure. Use these special tools only for the maintenance procedures

for which they are designed or specified. If you are unfamiliar with a required tool, see your supervisor.

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