TM-9-2350-274-BD M109 Battlefield Damage Assessment and Repair Download
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TM 9-2350-274-BD ENGINE 3-9. 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. See Appendix C for possible substitutes. Limitations ● Possible transmission overheating or damage. Personnel/Time Required: ● 1 soldier ● 15 minutes Material/Tools ● Large clean container Other Options ● Use oil from damaged vehicle ● Cooking oil ● Diesel fuel ● Hydraulic fluid Procedural Steps: 1. Place vehicle on level ground. 2. Remove cover plate (item 2) from bottom of hull. 3. Drain oil from a damaged vehicles transmission or engine by removing drain plug (item 1) and drain approximately 2 gallons into a container. 4. Reinstall drain plug and cover removed above. 5. Add oil to engine crankcase and bring oil level to at least the ADD OIL mark on gage. 6. Record the BDAR action taken. When the mission is completed, as soon as practicable, repair the vehicle using standard maintenance procedures. Change 3 3–11