TM 5-3805-290-10
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)
INCLUDING LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS - CONTINUED
0012 00
LOCATION
ITEM TO
CHECK/
ITEM
MAN-
NOT FULLY MISSION
SERVICE
NO.
INTERVAL
HOURS
PROCEDURE
CAPABLE IF:
a. Wipe area clean around dipstick.
52
After
0.2 Hour Engine Oil
Level
CAU T I ON
When removing dipstick, be alert for evidence of fuel or
antifreeze contamination. Antifreeze has a characteristic
odor which can be detected. Fuel will separate from
engine oil and leave a bulls eye stain on rag.
b.Remove dipstick and inspect condi-
tion of oil. Look for evidence of
antifreeze or fuel contamination.
Report any problem to your supervi-
sor.
427-B0549A
c. Wipe dipstick clean, then reinsert
into dipstick tube until fully seated.
Remove dipstick and take reading.
d.Level must be within cross-hatched
area on dipstick.
e. If level is low, turn filler cap coun-
terclockwise (to the left) and add
lubricating oil (Item 9, 10, 11, or 12,
WP 0031 00) through filler tube
opening until level on dipstick is
correct. Refer to KEY at end of this
work package for correct grade of
oil for expected temperature range.
f. Check for evidence of leaks.
Class III leaks are evident.
Any fuel leaks are evident.
g.Reinstall filler cap and turn clock-
wise (to the right) until tight.
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