TM 5-3805-254-20-1
ENGINE DIPSTICK - CONTINUED
ACTION
LOCATION
ITEM
REMARKS
WARNING
Drycleaning solvent P-D-680 is toxic and flammable. Wear protective safety goggles and gloves
and use only in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes and do not
breathe vapors. Do not use near open flame or excessive heat. The flashpoint for type #1
drycleaning solvent is 1000F (380°C) and for type #2 is 138°F (59°C). If you become dizzy while
using cleaning solvent, get fresh air immediately, and get medical aid. If contact with eyes is
made, flush your eyes with water and get medical aid immediately.
4.
Dipstick tube (8)
a.
Clean with drycleaning solvent.
b.
Using clean, dry wiping rags, wipe dry.
INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT
NOTE
Replace all damaged or defective parts.
For more information on how to inspect parts, go to General Maintenance Instructions (page 2-424).
5.
All metal parts
Look for cracks and breaks.
6.
All threaded parts
Look for damaged threads or rounded
heads.
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