Identification Plane; Owner Follow-Up System - Cessna Hawk XP R172K Pilot Operating Handbook

CESSNA
MODELR172K
SECTION 8
HANDLING, SERVICE
&
MAINTENANCE
INTRODUCTION
This section contains factory-recommended procedures for proper
II,'round handling and routine care and servicing of your Cessna. It also
Identifies certain inspection and maintenance requirements which must
be followed if your airplane is to retain that new-plane performance
nnd dependability. It is wise to follow a planned schedule of lubrica-
tion and preventive maintenance based on climatic and flying condi-
tions encountered in your locality.
Keep in touch with your Cessna Dealer and take advantage of his
knowledge and experience. He knows your airplane and how to main-
tain it. He will remind you when lubrications and oil changes are
necessary, and about other seasonal and periodic services.
IDENTIFICATION PLATE
All correspondence regarding your airplane should include the SE-
RIAL NUMBER. The Serial Number, Model Number, Production Cer-
tificate Number (PC) and Type Certificate Number (TC) can be found on
the Identification Plate, located on the lower part of the left forward
doorpost. Located adjacent to the Identification Plate is a Finish and
Trim Plate which contains a code describing the interior color scheme
and exterior paint combination of the airplane. The code may be used
in conjunction with an applicable Parts Catalog if finish and trim infor-
mation is needed.
OWNER FOLLOW-UP SYSTEM
Your Cessna Dealer has an Owner Follow-Up System to notify you
when he receives information that applies to your Cessna. In addition,
if you wish, you may choose to receive similar notification, in the form
of Service Letters, directly from the Cessna Customer Services Depart-
ment. A subscription form is supplied in your Customer Care Program
book for your use, should you choose to request this service. Your
Cessna Dealer will be glad to supply you with details concerning these
follow-up programs. and stands ready, through his Service Department,
to supply you with fast, efficient, low-cost service.
PUBLICATIONS
Various publications and flight operation aids are furnished in the
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