ARMY TM 9-6115-670-14&P
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3.6. ENGINE OIL.
This task covers:
a. Inspect
b. Service
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
None
Equipment Conditions
MASTER ON-OFF switch on APU controller set to
OFF.
Materials/Parts
Lubrication Oil
(Items 10-13, Appendix F)
Engine warmed for five minutes.
INSPECT
a. Remove oil dipstick (para 3.5.).
b. Wipe engine oil off from oil dipstick with a lint-free cloth.
c. Install oil dipstick and push down until oil dipstick is fully seated against engine block (para
3.5.).
d. Remove oil dipstick and check to see if oil level is between the notches (1, Figure 3-2) on the
oil dipstick.
e. If oil level is at or below the bottom notch on oil dipstick, add engine oil.
SERVICE
a. Remove oil cap (2) from side of engine by turning counter clockwise (ccw).
b. Replenish oil gradually until oil level on oil dipstick reaches the top notch (1).
c. Replace oil cap (2) to side of engine.
Table 3-1. Ambient Temperature and Engine Oil Type
Temperature
Engine Oil Type
Above 77°F (25°C)
MIL-PRF-21260D
SAE 30W or 10W-30
32°F to 77°F (0°C to 25°C)
MIL-PRF-2104F
SAE 20W or 10W-30
Below 32°F (0°C)
MIL-PRF-21260
SAE 10W or 10W-30
