Aviation Mechanic - General, Airframe, and Powerplant › III. Powerplant › Task G. Engine Lubrication Systems

AM.III.G.K2

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Lubrication system operation and components.

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Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Airframe p. 10-83
Chapter 10: Aircraft Systems › Maintenance of Instruments & Instrument Systems › Autopilot System Maintenance
autopilot systems. Maintenance of an autopilot system consists of visual inspection, replacement of components, cleaning, lubrication, and an operational checkout of the system. Consult the manufacturer’s maintenance manual for all of these procedures. With the autopilot disengaged, the flight ... system and the flight control system should be correctly aligned and smooth in operation. When applicable, the operating cables should be checked for tension. An operational check is important to assure that every circuit is functioning properly. An autopilot operational…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Powerplant p. 6-11
Chapter 6: Lubrication & Cooling Systems › Reciprocating Engine Lubrication Systems › Dry Sump Lubrication System Operation
Sump Lubrication System Operation The following lubrication system is typical of those on small, single-engine aircraft. The oil system and components are those used to lubricate a 225 horsepower (hp) six-cylinder, horizontally opposed, air-cooled engine…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Powerplant p. 6-24
Chapter 6: Lubrication & Cooling Systems › Turbine Lubrication System Components › Turbine Oil Filters
An antidrain check valve is incorporated into the assembly to prevent the…