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STEP 2
Is engine bay free from signs of oil leakage?
1.
Remove engine compartment cover. (WP 0142)
2.
Inspect engine bay and engine components for signs of oil leakage: (WP 0069)
Oil pan
Oil pan drain plug
Oil filter
CONDITION/INDICATION
Is engine bay free from signs of oil leakage?
DECISION
No - Go to step 3. (Step 3 - Has unit been previously troubleshot for excessive oil consumption?)
Yes - Replace damaged or leaking oil pan (WP 0121), oil pan drain plug (WP 0124), or oil filter if leaking.
(WP 0123) If engine has leak that can not be readily sealed, replace engine. (WP 0128) Verify problem is
solved. (Step 4 - Does engine exhibit excessive oil consumption?)
STEP 3
Has unit been previously troubleshot for excessive oil consumption?
Review maintenance records to ensure particular unit has not had maintenance previously for excessive oil
consumption.
CONDITION/INDICATION
Has unit been previously troubleshot for excessive oil consumption?
DECISION
No - Properly change oil and oil filter ensuring to service engine to correct level of engine oil. (WP 0124) Verify
problem is solved. (Step 4 - Does engine exhibit excessive oil consumption?)
Yes - If troubleshooting has been accomplished before on particular unit for excessive oil consumption, replace
engine. (WP 0128)
STEP 4
Does engine exhibit excessive oil consumption?
1.
If engine maintenance was performed for an external oil leak, start engine and monitor for oil leakage. (TM
5-3825-270-10)
2.
If no leaks were present and oil and filters were changed, annotate maintenance records and return to service.
CONDITION/INDICATION
Does engine exhibit excessive oil consumption?
DECISION
No - Your original problem has been resolved.
Yes - If the problem still exists, it is possible that another fault exists or that another troubleshooting procedure
applies. If this was the first time through the task, restart the same symptom troubleshooting fault task.
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