Table of Contents
Advertisement
PERIODIC INSPECTIONS (cont)
Perform all inspections or operations at each inspection interval as
indicated by a circle (O).
B. ENGINE GROUP (cont)
7.
Inspect oil lines and fitting for leaks, security, chafing, dents, and cracks.
(See Note 7.)............................................................................................................
8.
Clean and inspect oil radiator cooling fins..............................................................
9.
Remove and flush oil radiator .................................................................................
10. Fill engine with oil per lubrication chart. (Refer to chapter l2.)..............................
CAUTION:
11. Clean engine ............................................................................................................
12. Inspect condition of spark plugs. (Clean and adjust gap as required, adjust
per latest revision of Lycoming Service Instruction No. 1042.)..............................
(See Note 14.) .........................................................................................................
NOTE:
13. Inspect spark plug cable leads and ceramics for corrosion and deposits.................
14. Check cylinder compression. (Ref: Latest revision of AC 43.l3-l.)........................
15. Inspect cylinders for cracked or broken fins............................................................
16
Inspect rocker box covers for evidence of oil leaks. If found, replace
gasket; tighten cover screws to a torque of 50 inch-pounds. (See Note 12.)...........
NOTE:
17. Inspect ignition harness and insulators for high tension leakage and continuity ....
18. Inspect magneto points for condition and proper clearance....................................
19. Inspect magneto for oil leakage ..............................................................................
20. Inspect breaker felts for proper lubrication .............................................................
21. Inspect distributor block for cracks, burned areas, corrosion, and
height of contact springs .........................................................................................
22. Check magnetos to engine timing ...........................................................................
23. Overhaul or replace magnetos. (See Note 6.)
24. Remove air filter and tap gently to remove dirt particles. (Replace as
required.)..................................................................................................................
25. Drain carburetor and clean inlet line fuel strainer...................................................
26. Inspect condition of carburetor heat air-door and box. (See Note l3.) ...................
27. Inspect vent lines for evidence of fuel or oil seepage..............................................
28. Inspect intake seals for leaks and clamps for tightness ...........................................
29. Inspect all air inlet duct hoses. (Replace as required.) ............................................
PIPER AIRCRAFT
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Nature of Inspection
Do not contaminate the vacuum pump with cleaning
fluid. (Ref: Latest revision of Lycoming Service
Instruction No. l22l.)
If fouling of spark plugs has been apparent, rotate
bottom plugs and upper plugs.
Lycoming requires a valve inspection be made after
every 400 hours of operation. (See Note l l.)
PA-28-236
—NOTE—
1B2
Inspection Time (HRS)
50
100
500
1000
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
5 - 21 - 00
Page -5 - 03
Reissued: August 1, 1986
- Quick Links:
- Maintenance Manual
Hide quick links:
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Troubleshooting
