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Rotax SI-915 i-003R2 Service Instruction
Rotax SI-915 i-003R2 Service Instruction

Rotax SI-915 i-003R2 Service Instruction

Purging of lubrication system

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SI-916 i-003R1 / SI-915 i-003R2
SI-912 i-004R3 / SI-912-018R4 /SI-914-020R4
This SI revises SI-916 i B-003/SI-915 i-003R1/SI-912 i-004R2/SI-912-018R3/SI-914-020-R3 dated 04 Nov. 2020
Purging of lubrication system for ROTAX
916 i (Series), 915 i (Series), 912 i (Series), 912 and 914
(Series)
ATA System: 79-00-00 Lubrication system
1) Planning information
To obtain satisfactory results, procedures specified in this publication must be accomplished with
accepted methods in accordance with prevailing legal regulations.
BRP-Rotax GmbH & Co KG cannot accept any responsibility for the quality of work performed in
accomplishing the requirements of this publication.
1.1) Applicability
All versions of ROTAX
916 i (Series)
915 i (Series)
912 i (Series)
912 (Series)
914 (Series)
1.2) Concurrent ASB/SB/SI and SL
In addition to this Service Instruction the following Service Instructions must be observed and
complied with:
in general - all relevant Alert Service Bulletins (ASB), Service Bulletins (SB), Service Instructions
(SI), Service Letters (SL), Service Instruction - Parts and Accessories (SI-PAC) with relevance to
perform this maintenance, repair or overhaul task.
- SI-912 i-005 / SI-912-010 / SI-914-011, title "Oil change", current issue
- SI-916 i B-001 / SI-915 i-001 / SI-912 i-001 / SI-912-016 / SI-914-019, title "Selection of suitable
operating fluids", current issue
1.3) Reason
This document should provide further guidance for the lubrication system with respect to:
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purging
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venting
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to avoid air in the lubrication system
ROTAX
proper oil purging after the engine had been first installed and /or the engine had been re-worked.
This Service Instruction should help to make sure that the engines do not suffer such engine fail-
ures in the field. As air can be trapped in the valve tappets and cause valve train failure it is very
important to complete these instructions in their entirety.
02 July 2021
Revision
Copyright - BRP-Rotax GmbH & Co KG. All rights reserved.
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was informed of a limited number of engine failures in the field resulting from a lack of
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Current valid documentation see:
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SERVICE INSTRUCTION
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part no. 898136
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Summarization of Contents

Planning Information and Applicability
Applicability of Engine Types
Lists all ROTAX engine types covered by this service instruction.
Concurrent Service Instructions
References other mandatory Service Instructions and Bulletins.
Reason for Service Instruction
Explains the need for proper lubrication system purging to prevent failures.
Subject of Service Instruction
Defines the scope of the document: purging of lubrication system.
Compliance Requirements
Specifies when the guidance and inspections must be performed.
Approval and References
Details approval authority and lists related technical documentation.
Other Publications and Parts Interchangeability
Mentions affected publications and status of parts interchangeability.
Material Information and Requirements
Material Availability and Support
Information on material price, availability, and company support.
Engine Specific Material Requirements
Lists required parts like O-rings for valve cover.
Special Tooling and Compounds
Lists any special tooling, lubricants, adhesives, or sealing compounds needed.
Accomplishment and Maintenance Procedures
Related Information Sources
Refers to Illustrated Parts Catalog and Installation Manuals.
Operation and Maintenance Guidelines
Covers operation limits, pre-flight checks, and general maintenance.
Purging of Oil System Procedure
Detailed steps for purging the engine oil system for specific series.
Turbocharger Lubrication System Purging
Procedure for purging the turbocharger lubrication system.
Warming Up Period
Procedure for warming up the engine after maintenance.
Hydraulic Valve Tappet Inspection
Procedure to inspect hydraulic valve tappets for proper purging.
Component Replacement and Inspection
Guidelines for replacing components and inspecting valve spring support.
Test Run and Summary
Conducting test runs and summarizing the service instruction requirements.
Inquiries and Contact Information
Instructions on where to send inquiries regarding the service instruction.
Appendix: System Diagrams
Oil System Purging Diagram (916i/915i Series)
Illustrates the setup for purging the oil system for 916i and 915i engines.
Oil System Purging Diagram (912i Series)
Illustrates the setup for purging the oil system for 912i engines.
Oil System Purging Diagram (912 Series)
Illustrates the setup for purging the oil system for 912 engines.
Oil System Purging Diagram (914 Series)
Illustrates the setup for purging the oil system for 914 engines.
Hydraulic Valve Tappet and Spring Support Details
Shows detail of hydraulic valve tappet and measurement for valve spring support wear.