TM-9-2815-202-34 Technical Manual for 8V71T Engines for M109 Howitzer Download
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TM 9-2815-202-34 SECTION Il. ENGINE PREPARATION 8-2. ENGINE PREPARATION FOR START-UP This task covers: a. Priming Fuel System b. Prelubrication of Oil Gallery (with Pressure Lubricator) c. Prelubrication of Oil Gallery (without Pressure Lubricator) d. Prelubrication of Turbocharger e. Initial Start-up INITIAL SETUP MODELS TOOLS AND SPECIAL TOOLS . All General mechanics tool kit (App B, Item 96) ● a. Priming Fuel System (1) (2) NOTE Prime and/or purge engine fuel system after any major repair or overhaul. Block or disconnect line from fuel pump. Apply fuel under pressure, 60-80 PSI (41 3-552 kPa), to inlet on secondary filter with external fuel source. Allow fuel to flow freely from fuel return line until a steady stream without air bubbles is observed. CAUTION Prelubricate any stored or repaired engine prior to start-up. Oil gallery and associated components will have insufficient oil during the time lag following start-up. Bearing damage from lack of lubrication could result. b. Prelubrication of Oil Gallery (With (1) Remove plug from engine main oil (2) Remove rocker arm covers. Pressure Lubricator) gallery and attach lubricator hose. (3) Pump in lubricating oil until oil flows from rocker arms. 8-2 Change 1