TM 9-2320-280-20-2
3-5. ENGINE OIL SERVICE
This task covers:
a. Draining Oil
c. Installing Filter
b. Removing Falter
d. Replenishing Oil
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools
Manual References
General mechanic’s tool kit:
TM 9-2320-280-10
automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)
TM 9-2320-280-24P
Oil filter removal tool (Appendix B, Item 2)
Equipment Condition
Materials/Parts
Hood raised and secured (TM 9-2320-280-10).
Oil filter (Appendix G, Item 153)
Lubricating oil (Appendix C, Item 31)
General Safety Instructions
Do not drain oil when engine is hot.
a. Draining Oil
WARNING
Do not drain oil when engine is hot. Severe injury to personnel
will result.
NOTE
Park vehicle on a firm, level surface.
Have drainage container ready to catch oil.
1. Remove drainplug (5) and gasket (4) from oil pan (3). Allow oil to drain completely.
2. Install gasket (4) and drainplug (5). Tighten drainplug (5) to 20 lb-ft (27 N.m).
b. Removing Filter
NOTE
Have drainage container ready to catch oil.
Remove oil filter (1) from filter adapter (2). Discard filter (1).
c. Installing Filter
1. Apply a light coat of oil to filter gasket prior to installation
2. Install oil filter (1) on oil filter adapter (2) and tighten by hand until gasket contacts filter
adapter (2). Tighten additional 1/2-3/4 turn by hand.
d. Replenishing Oil
CAUTION
Install a non-vented filler cap only. An incorrect filler cap will not
seal properly, causing water to enter and damage engine.
1. Remove filler cap (6) from filler tube (7). Fill with oil according to TM 9-2320-280-10.
2. Install filler cap (6) on filler tube (7).
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