Engine Oil

operating temperature (about 180 Deg F), as indicated

(10) Engine. Visually inspect engine for obvious

by the gage on the instrument cluster. At operating

indications of damage and insecurely mounted

temperature the cooling system will be under slight

accessories.

Start and operate engine at various

pressure. Inspect radiator, water pump, and hose

speeds, noting response and checking for any unusual

connections for leaks at this time.

noises or sluggishness.

(11) Fuel Tank. Inspect fuel tank, lines and

(4) Engine Oil. Before starting the engine,

fittings for damage and secureness of attachment.

open the right side engine compartment door and check

Replace components and tighten fittings as necessary.

the oil level in the crankcase. The oil fill pipe and

bayonet type dipstick are located on the right side of the

(12) Fuel Pump. Check fuel pump, lines and

crankcase. Add oil meeting the requirements of MIL-L-

fittings for damage and secureness of attachment.

2104 as necessary to bring the level to the upper mark

Observe any indications of looseness, damage or

on the dipstick. Use a grade of oil appropriate to the

leakage. Tighten fittings as necessary.

lowest expected temperature. Never operate the truck

(13) Carburetor. Check carburetor, carburetor

with the oil level below the LOW mark on the dipstick,

mounting, connections and linkages for smoothness of

nor add oil so that the level will be above the upper mark

operation and proper attachment. Inspect for leakage

on the dipstick.

and tighten components as necessary.

(5) Brake System. Check level of brake fluid in

(14) Exhaust Manifold. Check manifold and

brake master cylinder. Maintain level of fluid to within 1/4

gasket for secure mounting. Tighten connections as

inch of top of filler hole with nonpetroleum base hydraulic

necessary.

brake fluid meeting the

requirements of SAE

(15) Muffler. Check muffler for damage, secure

Specification 70R1. Check operation of hand brake and

mounting and connections. Tighten as necessary.

complete hydraulic brake system for leaks.

(16) Radiator. Check radiator mounting and

(6) Hydraulic System Tank. Access to this

hose connections for secure attachment. Check drain

tank is through the left side engine compartment door.

cock for tightness and remove any obstructions between

With fork fully lowered, remove breather cap from tank

core fins. Observe any indications of leakage. Tighten

and check quantity of fluid. Replenish as necessary with

connections or correct discrepancies as necessary.

OE 10 lubricating oil. Check tilt cylinder, hoist cylinder,

(17) Engine Water Pump. Inspect water pump

hydraulic pump, control valve and other components in

for leaks. See that hoses are securely mounted and in

the hydraulic system for leakage.

good condition.

(7) Transmission.

With engine idling, and

(18) Fan and Fan Belt. Inspect fan for secure

transmission in neutral, check level of transmission oil

mounting. Note condition of fan belt and check for one-

with transmission dipstick. Add only OE 10 lubricating oil

inch deflection midway between pulleys. Adjust as

to replenish.

necessary.

(19) Air Cleaner. Inspect air cleaner mounting,

base connections and fittings for secure attachment.

Tighten connections as necessary.

If truck has been serviced for Arctic

(20) Crankcase Breather. Inspect crankcase

conditions(to -65 Deg F) use only

breather for damage and secure mounting.

OES lubricating oil given on the

(21) Distributor Assembly.

Check distributor

lubrication chart. Do not mix the two

assembly mounting and electrical connections for

types of oil recommended for

evidence of damage or insecure attachment. Tighten

different climatic conditions.

connections as necessary.

(8) Steering Gear. Remove floor plate and

(22) Spark Plugs and Cables. Inspect spark

remove plug from steering gear housing. Check that

plugs, cables and connections for tightness, proper fit

lubricant is level with fill hole. Check steering gear,

and obvious damage. Secure in position if necessary.

booster cylinder and all lines and fittings for leakage.

(23) Generator. Check generator for secure

mounting.

Inspect wiring between generator and

(9) Air Cleaner. Inspect oil level of air cleaner.

regulator for looseness or damage. Tighten as needed.

Fill in accordance with lubrication chart.