Engine Crankcase Oil Level

TM 9-2320-386-10

3-7. CHECKING FLUID LEVELS (Contd)

b. Engine Crankcase Oil Level.

CAUTION

Check oil level in engine approximately one minute after shutting

down engine. Never operate engine with oil level below ADD level

mark or above FULL level mark on dipstick. Engine operation

with improper oil levels may cause internal engine component

damage.

(1)

Ensure vehicle is parked on level ground.

(2)

Engine dipstick (5) is located on the left side of the engine (9).

(3)

Remove dipstick (5) from dipstick tube (7).

(4)

Wipe dipstick (5) clean and return to dipstick tube (7).

(5)

Withdraw dipstick (5) slowly to prevent false reading.

(6)

If engine oil is below ADD level mark on dipstick (5), remove oil filler

cap (6) from oil fill tube (8) and add engine oil (table 2-2) as necessary.

(7)

Install oil filler cap (6) on oil fill tube (8).

(8)

Recheck engine oil level. Ensure oil level is positioned between the

FULL and ADD level marks on dipstick (5).

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