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4-70. MAINTENANCE AFTER FORDING (cont)
d.
Paint. Clean all exposed painted surfaces and touch up paint where necessary. Coat unpainted metal parts
with preservative oil.
e.
PMCS Services. Quarterly PMCS Services must be completed within five days after fording operation.
Refer to TM 9-238 for further guidance on fording requirements.
4-71. MAINTENANCE AFTER OPERATION ON UNUSUAL TERRAIN
a. Mud. Thorough cleaning and lubrication of all parts affected must be accomplished as soon as possible after
operation in mud, particularly when a sea of liquid mud has been traversed. Clean all suspension components and
lubricate as specified on the lubrication chart. Lubricate wheel bearings, if necessary.
b. Sand or Dust. Touch up all painted surfaces damaged by sand. Lubricate completely to force out lubricants
contaminated by sand or dust.
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