TM-9-2350-311-10 M109 Operator's Manual for M109A2, M109A3, M109A4 and M109A5 Download
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TM 9-2350-311-10 G-3 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. Change 2 G-7