Operation 48 - Transmission Oil
With the oil hot, remove the drain plug, Figure 45, from
the bottom of the transmission housing and allow the
oil to drain. Unscrew and remove the filler plug, Figure
46, to allow faster drainage. Replace the drain plug after
the oil has completely drained.
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
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45. Transmission
1. Drain plug
Refill the transmission with clean oil. Pull out the dipstick
and wipe it with a clean cloth. Replace the dipstick,
pushing it fully in and check that the oil reaches the
upper mark on the dipstick when it is removed from the
transmission aperture once more.
46. Transmission
1. Breather cum filler plug
2. Dipstick
After refilling the transmission, start the engine to allow
the oil to circulate throughout the transmission. After a
minute or so, stop the engine and recheck the oil level
by means of the dipstick. If required top-up to the upper
mark on the dipstick.
See Section C for oil capacity and grade.
47. Belt Pulley (where fitted)
1. Filler/level plug
Operation 49 - Belt Pulley Oil (where fitted)
Remove the combined level-filler plug and drain the oil
by removing the belt pulley to rear axle securing bolts
and rotating the pulley so that the opening is at the
bottom.
Refit the belt pulley, as shown and refill with clean oil
through the opening. Replace the plug.
See Section C for oil capacity and grade.
Operation 50 - Alternator brushes
Change the alternator brushes and clean the brush box.
It is recommended that this service be carried out by
an Authorized Dealer only.
EVERY 1500 HOURS carry out the preceding checks
plus the following :
Operation 51 - Fuel Injector Tips
CAUTION : The fuel oil in the injection system is
pressurised and can penetrate human skin with
fatal results. Adjustments of fuel injection equipment
should not be carried out by unqualified persons.
•
Do not use your hand to check for leaks. Use a
piece of cardboard or paper to search for leaks.
Wear eye protection.
•
Stop the engine and relieve pressure before
connecting or disconnecting lines. Tighten all
connections before starting the engine or
pressurising lines.
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