Lubrication System - Club Car TURF 272 Maintenance Manual

FE350 AND FE400 ENGINES
Ball Bearing Installation
When installing a ball bearing, the bearing race which has a press fit should be pushed by a suitable driver.
This prevents severe stress on the balls and races, and prevents damage. Press on the inner race if the ball
bearing is being pressed onto a shaft, or on the outer race if the ball bearing is being pressed into a housing.
Press the ball bearing until it is seated against the housing or on the shaft.
Circlip, Retaining Ring
Replace circlips and retaining rings that were removed with new circlips and retaining rings, as removal weak-
ens and deforms them. During installation, take care to compress or expand them only enough for installation.
High Flash-point Solvent
To reduce fire danger a high flash-point solvent is recommended. A commercial solvent commonly available
in North America is Stoddard solvent (generic name). Always follow manufacturer and container directions
regarding the use of any solvent.
Molybdenum Disulfide (MoS
NOTE: This manual makes reference to molybdenum disulfide grease in the assembly of certain engine
and chassis parts. Always refer to manufacturer's recommendations printed on the container
before using such special lubricants.
Engine Rotation
When turning the crankshaft by hand, always turn it clockwise as viewed from the clutch side of the engine.
This will ensure proper adjustments.

LUBRICATION SYSTEM

FE350 and FE400 engines are equipped with hydraulic lifters and a pressurized lubrication system which
consists of these components (Figure 13-1, Page 13-6 and Figure 13-3, Page 13-6):
• Inlet filter screen (2)
• Trochoid pump (3)
• Cartridge filter (5)
• Pressure relief valve (8)
The pump draws oil from the sump and forces it under pressure into the crankcase passages as shown (Fig-
ures 13-2 and 13-3, page 6). Oil can build up excess pressure in a lubrication system. To prevent build-up of
excess oil pressure which could possibly force oil past the seals and damage the engine, the pump is fitted
with a pressure relief valve (8) (Figure 13-1, Page 13-6) that is made of a ball and a spring. When the pres-
sure increases beyond the pressure of the spring, the ball is forced off its seat against the spring pressure and
excess oil is routed back into the sump (crankcase), thus relieving the pressure. When the pressure drops
below the preset limit, the spring holds the ball against its seat to keep the oil from draining back into the sump
(crankcase).
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