TM-9-2350-311-10

HOWITZER, MEDIUM, SELF-PROPELLED, 155MM; M109A2, M109A3, M109A4 AND M109A5

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S MANUAL

NOVEMBER 1994

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LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS - CONTINUED

1.

ENGINE CRANKCASE (C)

NOTE

After an overnight stand, oil level may be 3/4 to 1 inch (1.91 to 2.54 cm) above the F (full) mark on

the engine oil level dipstick. This is normal. However, if oil level is more than 1 inch (2.54 cm)

above the F (full) mark, check for internal coolant or fuel oil leaks.

After operating engine, open engine oil level check access door (1) and check oil for level between L (low) and F (full)

marks on engine oil level dipstick (2). Add oil (Table G-l) as required to bring level between L (low) and F (full) marks on

engine oil level dipstick. Crankcase engine oil filler cap (3) is located in engine compartment.

2. TRANSMISSION (C)

Power train assemblies must use OE/HDO-10 (MIL-L-2104) while under warranty.

Check oil level after operating engine. The oil level must be within the L (low) and F (full) marks stamped on the dipstick

(4). Add oil (Table G-l) or drain as required.

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