TM-9-2350-358-BD
HOWITZER, MEDIUM, SELF-PROPELLED, 155MM; M109A6
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S, UNIT, AND DIRECT SUPPORT SUPPORT MAINTENANCE
MARCH 1994
TM-9-2350-358-BD - Page 111 of 343
TM 9-2350-358-BD
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OIL LEVEL LOW
General Information:
Low oil level, engine crankcase.
If the engine oil is supplemented with any type of oil other than that recommended by the
LO, it will be necessary to drain the oil and replace the oil filter as soon as possible.
Oils other than those designed for use
in engines will provide limited lubrication.
When using diesel fuel, do not dilute the lubrication oil more than approximately
3 parts diesel fuel to 1 part engine oil except in extreme emergencies.
Drive slower to prevent damage to the engine.
Do
not dilute lubricating oil with gasoline.
Limitations;
Possible engine overheating or damage.
Personnel/Time Required:
•
1 soldier
•
1.5 hours
Materials/Tools:
Large clean container
References:
•
LO 9-2350-314-12
•.
TM 9-2350-314-10
Other Options:
•
Use oil from damaged vehicle
•
Cooking oil
•
Diesel fuel
•
Hydraulic fluid (item 36, Appendix C)
Procedural Steps:
1.
Place vehicle on level ground.
2.
Remove cover plate from bottom of hull.
3.
Drain oil from a damaged vehicle's transmission or engine by removing drain plug and drain approximately 2
gallons into a container.
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