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(j)
Allow excess preservative oil to drain from coupling then coat with P-20 preservative oil (item 38, Appendix
E).
(k)
Install coupling guard (para 4-129).
(l)
Fill hydraulic oil tank to operating level according to Lubrication Chart (Figure 3-1).
(14)
Prepare flushing tank for long term storage:
(a)
Remove and drain flushing tank (para 4-161).
(b)
Fog inside of flushing tank with preservative oil (item 36, Appendix E).
(c)
Remove fuel cap.
(d)
Coat inside fuel cap components with preservative oil (item 36, Appendix E).
(e)
Cover fuel cap and internal components with barrier material (item 25, Appendix E) and secure it with tape
(item 53, Appendix E).
(f)
Secure fuel cap to vehicle.
(g)
Install flushing tank (para 4-161).
(15)
Prepare control console for long term storage:
(a)
Remove control console cover (para 2-9).
(b)
Coat unpainted surfaces of hydraulic control levers and transmission control lever with P-20 preservative oil
(item 38, Appendix E).
(c)
Install control console cover (para 2-9).
(d)
Seal edges between control console and cover with tape (item 53, Appendix E).
(16)
Prepare instrument panel for long term storage:
(a)
Remove instrument panel cover (para 2-9).
(b)
Coat inside of ignition switch with preservative oil (item 40, Appendix E).
(c)
Install instrument panel cover (para 2-9).
(d)
Seal edges between instrument panel and cover with tape (item 53, Appendix E).
(17)
Coat hinges and latches with P-10 preservative oil (item 41, appendix E).
(18)
Park vehicle in an accessible area.
(19)
Lower jackstand (para 2-10).
(20)
Do not block tires.
(21)
Ensure that tires are not parked in grease or oil.
(22)
Notify Direct and General Support for further long term storage preparation.
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