TM 5-3825-270-23&P
FIELD MAINTENANCE
OIL PRESSURE SENDING UNIT AND PRESSURE SWITCH REPLACEMENT
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools and Special Tools
References
Tool Kit, General Mechanic's: Automotive
Parts Manual (WP 0220) Figure 4026
(WP 0225, Table 1, Item 12)
Pan, Drain, 5 Gal Cap (WP 0225, Table 1, Item 2)
Equipment Condition
Batteries disconnected. (WP 0085)
Engine access panel removed. (TM
Materials/Parts
Compound, Sealing, Pipe Thread, Loctite 567
5-3825-270-10)
(WP 0224, Table 1, Item 23, 24, 25, 26)
Lockwasher (WP 0226, Table 1, Item 62) Qty: 1
REMOVAL
WARNING
Engine components become hot during normal operation. Allow engine to cool completely
prior to performing this task. If necessary, use insulated pads and gloves. Failure to comply
may result in injury or death to personnel.
WARNING
Prolonged contact with lubricating oil may cause skin rash. Immediately wash skin and
clothing thoroughly and remove saturated clothing that comes in contact with lubricating oil.
Keep area well-ventilated to keep fumes at a minimum. Failure to comply may result in injury
or death to personnel.
NOTE
Position drain pan under sending unit prior to removal. Clean up any oil spills immediately.
Refer to local policies and regulations for disposal of contaminated oil and rags.
1.
Remove nut (Figure 1, Item 2), washer (Figure 1, Item 3), and wire (Figure 1, Item 4) from sending unit (Figure
1, Item 1).
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