TM 5-2420-230-24-1
4-5. TRANSMISSION OIL SERVICE AND FILTERS REPLACEMENT.
This Task Covers:
a. Draining
b. Replacement
c. Filling
d. Follow-On Maintenance
INITIAL SETUP
Test Equipment
Equipment Conditions
None
TM or Para
Condition Description
Electrical master switch OFF.
Tools and Special Tools
Center belly plate removed.
Pan, drain, Item 29, Appendix B
Left hand front belly plate
Tool kit, common no. 2, Item 36, Appendix B
removed.
Tool kit, general mechanics, Item 38, Appendix B
Drawings Required
Materials/Parts
TM 5-2420-230-24P Figure 77
Cloth, lint-free, Item 10, Appendix C
TM 5-2420-230-24P Figure 107
Compound, sealing, pipe thread, Item 23, Appendix C
Oil, lubricating, Item 44, Appendix C
Estimated Time to Complete
Filter, element, Item 47, Appendix D (2)
Refer to MAC in Appendix B
Gasket, Item 86, Appendix D
Personnel Required
MOS 62B, Construction Equipment Repairer
References
None
To prevent possible transmission damage, do not operate vehicle when transmission oil level is low.
Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.
a. Draining.
Avoid contact with hot oil. Failure to comply may result in serious injury.
Hydraulic fluid (Dexron III) is TOXIC. Wear protective goggles and gloves; use only in
well-ventilated area; avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes. Skin and clothing that come in
contact with hydraulic oil should be washed immediately. Saturated clothing should be removed
immediately. Failure to comply may result in injury to personnel.
When draining transmission oil, ensure oil temperature is at least 180 to 200 F (82 to 93 C). Failure
to comply may result in damage to equipment.
(1)
Ensure transmission has reached normal operating temperature.
(2)
Place large waste oil container beneath transmission.
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