Cessna 182, Operating Instructions Manual

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Fuel and Oil Replenishment
3. Oil Replenishment. The oil capacity is 12 US quarts (11.4 litres) with a minimum
operating level of 9 US quarts (8.5 litres). For normal operations, maintain the oil level between
10 and 11 quarts, and replenish if the oil level drops below 10 quarts.
NOTE
When replenishing oil, check the Aircraft Journey Log for the correct
type and grade of oil to use.
NOTE
When replenishing oil, a ladder or step stool is required to access
the oil filler cap through the access door on the top of the engine
cowling and prevent oil spillage.
NOTE
If checking oil within 1 hour of engine operation, the oil level may
appear low as oil has not fully drained into the sump.
4. Fuel Replenishment. When replenishing fuel, ensure that the aircraft is properly
grounded and that the correct type of fuel is available before commencing the pumping of fuel.
A ladder is required for refuelling, and a light weight folding ladder is carried in the baggage
compartment for use during deployed operations.
NOTE
To ensure maximum fuel capacity during refuelling, place the fuel
selector to LEFT or RIGHT to prevent cross-feeding.
CAUTION
Caution must be taken with the refuelling hose and nozzle to
prevent damage to the vortex generators on the wing leading edge.
CAUTION
When the aircraft will be stored in a warm hangar, do not fully refuel,
in order to prevent fuel venting caused by thermal expansion.
CAUTION
When the aircraft will be stored in a hangar, place the fuel selector
to the LEFT or RIGHT to prevent cross feeding to the left tank and
subsequent fuel venting.