61. Oil Tank Cleaning and Inspection

Oil Tank Cleaning and Inspection




Warning: Refer to Safety Glasses Warning (Safety Glasses Warning).


Caution: Refer to Engine Oil Tank Debris Caution (Engine Oil Tank Debris Caution).

1. Clean the large and small oil tanks (1 and 2) in solvent.
2. Clean the tube (3) in solvent.
Inspect for the following:

* Dirt or debris
* Damaged seal surfaces
* Transfer tube fittings for damaged O-ring seals, replace as required
* Restrictions within the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) tubes or oil transfer tube
* A dirty or restricted tube (3)




3. Clean the screen and inspect for the following:

* Plugged or damaged screen (1)
* Broken locking tabs (2), replace as required.