LMTV · TM 9-2320-365-10

BEFORE OPERATIONS PMCS

Perform these checks before every mission or movement. Items marked NFMC will prevent the vehicle from being dispatched.

18 check items11 NFMC items
LMTV #1 — Before Operations

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BEFORE OPERATIONS PROGRESS
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TM #1NFMC

Check engine oil level — must be between MIN and MAX on dipstick; use correct viscosity per temperature

TM #2NFMC

Check coolant level in deaeration tank — must be at FULL COLD line; check for leaks at hoses and connections

TM #3

Check power steering fluid level — must be at FULL COLD or FULL HOT mark on reservoir

TM #4NFMC

Check brake fluid level in master cylinder — must be at MAX line; check for leaks at lines and fittings

TM #5NFMC

Check transmission fluid level — must be between MIN and MAX (engine warm, running, in neutral)

TM #6

Check transfer case fluid level — must be at fill plug level; check for leaks

TM #7

Check front and rear axle differential fluid levels — must be at fill plug level

TM #8

Check battery electrolyte level — must be 3/8 inch above plates; check terminals and cables for corrosion or damage

TM #9NFMC

Check fuel level — fill to required level; inspect fuel tank, lines, and fittings for leaks

TM #10NFMC

Check air reservoir pressure — must reach 100–120 PSI before driving; check for audible air leaks

TM #11NFMC

Inspect all tires for proper inflation — 75 PSI on-road; check for cuts, bulges, or embedded objects

TM #12

Check spare tire — properly mounted and inflated to 75 PSI

TM #13NFMC

Check all lights — headlights (high/low), taillights, brake lights, turn signals, clearance lights, blackout lights

TM #14

Check windshield wipers and washer fluid — blades must make full contact; reservoir filled

TM #15

Check horn operation — must sound when activated

TM #16NFMC

Check service brakes — air pressure must hold; pedal firm; no pulling or grabbing

TM #17NFMC

Check parking brake — must hold vehicle on grade; releases fully when disengaged

TM #18NFMC

Check air dryer — purge valve must exhaust moisture; no continuous air loss

NFMC — No Further Movement Criteria. Any fault on an NFMC item means the vehicle is non-mission-capable and must not be dispatched until repaired. Annotate on DA Form 5988 immediately.

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