ENGINE OIL SERVICE

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). 3-6