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D.Preparation For Shipping:


Visually check to establish that all fluid levels are within the normal operating range. If not, drain and measure the oil and coolant from the concerned unit. Capture a supply of oil and coolant samples in plastic bottles. Record the oil and coolant measurement results on the repair order. REPLACE THE DRAIN PLUG.

Remove engine assembly as outlined in the 1991-92 Service Manuals. Remove all plastic shipping plugs and covers from the exchange unit and install them on the removed unit.

If engine leaks, mark leak area on engine. Mark area of leakage on illustrations, provided with exchange unit, with red pen. Write the TAC reference number on the leak identification forms.

Repack the removed unit into the original shipping container.

Place oil and coolant sample bottles, leak identification charts and copy of repair order in original envelope and attach to original engine.