Section 7 - Lubricating Oil System - Group 07 Lubricating Oil Pan (07-01) M11 Page 7-5 Lubricating Oil System - General Information The lubricating oil system group consists of the oil pan, the oil pan transfer tube, the oil dipstick and tube, the oil filter head, the oil cooler and the lubricating oil pump. Service replacement oil dipsticks do not have the high and low oil level marks indicated on the dipstick. The dipstick must be calibrated after the engine is installed in the chassis. Instructions for pressure testing the lubricating oil cooler element are included in this manual. The oil cooler does not have a replaceable element and cannot be rebuilt in the field.
The M11 engine uses capscrews in both metric and U.S. Customary dimensions. In some cases, the capscrews are almost identical in dimensions and appearance. Be sure to install the capscrews in the same location they were removed from. The pipe plugs and hose clamps installed in the lubricating system are U.S. Customary dimensions. Lubricating Oil Pan - Cleaning and Inspection for Reuse (7-01) Cleaning Remove all gasket material from the oil pan gasket seal- ing surface (1). Warning: When using a steam cleaner, wear protective clothing and safety classes or a face shield. Hot steam will cause serious personal injury. Use steam to clean the oil pan. Dry with compressed air.
Inspection Visually inspect the oil pan for cracks or damage.