DOC AIRBUS | AMM A320FDraining of the Lubrication Unit
TASK 12-13-79-610-803-A
Draining of the Lubrication Unit
Self explanatory
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
B. Consumable Materials
C. Work Zones and Access Panels
D. Expendable Parts
E. Referenced Information
3. Job Set-up
Subtask 12-13-79-941-072-A
Subtask 12-13-79-680-063-A
Subtask 12-13-79-410-072-A
[Rev.10 from 2021]
2026.04.01 04:33:57 UTC
Draining of the Lubrication Unit
WARNING:
BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU DO WORK ON THE ENGINE PARTS AFTER THE ENGINE SHUTDOWN. USE APPLICABLE THERMAL GLOVES. THE ENGINE PARTS CAN STAY HOT FOR ONE HOUR AFTER SHUTDOWN AND CAN BURN YOU.
WARNING:
BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU USE CONSUMABLE MATERIALS. OBEY THE MATERIAL MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS AND YOUR LOCAL REGULATIONS.
1. Reason for the JobSelf explanatory
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
| REFERENCE | QTY | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|---|
| No specific | 1 | CONTAINER 5 L (1.32 USGAL) |
| No specific | AR | WARNING NOTICE(S) |
| No specific | Torque wrench: range to between 75 and 65 lbf.in (0.85 and 0.73 m.daN )  |
| REFERENCE | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|
| (Material No.CP2442) | engine oil |
| (Material No.CP8001) | lockwire 0.032 in. (0.8 mm) dia. |
| ZONE/ACCESS | ZONE DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1) | |
| 437AL, 438AR | |
| FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2) | |
| 447AL, 448AR | |
| FIG.ITEM | DESIGNATION | IPC-CSN |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | O-RING | EIPC 79-21-05-05-100 |
| REFERENCE | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|
| TASK 71-13-00-010-803-A | Opening of the Fan Cowl Doors |
| TASK 71-13-00-410-803-A | Closing of the Fan Cowl Doors |
Draining of the Lubrication UnitSubtask 12-13-79-941-072-A
A. Safety Precautions
(1) On the center pedestal, on ENG panel 115VU:
(a) Make sure that the ENG/MODE selector switch is in the NORM position.
(b) Make sure that the ENG/MASTER 1(2) control switch was in the OFF position not less than five minutes before you do this procedure.
(c) Put WARNING NOTICE(S) in position to tell persons not to operate:
(a) Make sure that the ON legend of the FADEC GND PWR/1(2) pushbutton switch is off.
(b) Put a WARNING NOTICE(S) in position to tell persons not to energize FADEC 1(2).
Subtask 12-13-79-010-072-A (1) On the center pedestal, on ENG panel 115VU:
(a) Make sure that the ENG/MODE selector switch is in the NORM position.
(b) Make sure that the ENG/MASTER 1(2) control switch was in the OFF position not less than five minutes before you do this procedure.
(c) Put WARNING NOTICE(S) in position to tell persons not to operate:
- The ENG/MODE selector switch, and
- The ENG/MASTER 1(2) control switch.
(a) Make sure that the ON legend of the FADEC GND PWR/1(2) pushbutton switch is off.
(b) Put a WARNING NOTICE(S) in position to tell persons not to energize FADEC 1(2).
B. Get Access
(1) Open the fan cowl doors (Ref. AMM TASK 71-13-00-010-803):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1)
437AL 438AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2)
447AL 448AR
4. Procedure(1) Open the fan cowl doors (Ref. AMM TASK 71-13-00-010-803):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1)
437AL 438AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2)
447AL 448AR
Subtask 12-13-79-680-063-A
A. Draining of the Lubrication Unit
(2) Remove the drain plug (2) from the filter cover (4) as follows:
(a) Removal of the lockwire
(b) Remove the drain plug (2) from the filter cover (4).
(c) Let the oil drain into the CONTAINER 5 L (1.32 USGAL).
(d) Remove and discard the O-ring (3) from the drain plug (2).
(3) Install the drain plug (2) on the filter cover (4) as follows:
(a) Make sure that the mating surfaces are clean and clear of unwanted materials.
(b) Lubrication of the drain plug
(c) Install the new O-ring (3) in the groove of the drain plug (2).
(d) Installation of the drain plug
(e) TORQUE the drain plug (2) to between 75 and 65 lbf.in (0.85 and 0.73 m.daN ).
(f) Safety the drain plug.
CP8001 lockwire 0.032 in. (0.8 mm) dia.
5. Close-upWARNING:
USE PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND BE CAREFUL WITH OIL SPLASHES WHEN YOU DISCONNECT OIL TUBES. HOT OIL CAN CAUSE DEEP BURNS.
(1) Put a CONTAINER 5 L (1.32 USGAL) below the drain port of the lubrication unit (1). (2) Remove the drain plug (2) from the filter cover (4) as follows:
(a) Removal of the lockwire
WARNING:
USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND GLOVES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL LOCKWIRE. EACH TIME YOU CUT LOCKWIRE, REMOVE AND DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. LOOSE LOCKWIRE CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND, AND/OR CAN CAUSE DAMAGE.
1 Cut and remove the lockwire from the drain plug (2). (b) Remove the drain plug (2) from the filter cover (4).
(c) Let the oil drain into the CONTAINER 5 L (1.32 USGAL).
(d) Remove and discard the O-ring (3) from the drain plug (2).
(3) Install the drain plug (2) on the filter cover (4) as follows:
(a) Make sure that the mating surfaces are clean and clear of unwanted materials.
(b) Lubrication of the drain plug
WARNING:
USE PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT. USE THE ENGINE OIL IN A WELL-VENTILATED AREA. ENGINE OIL IS TOXIC.
1 Lubricate the threads of the drain plug (2) and the new EIPC 79-21-05-05-100 O-RING (3) with engine oil (Material No.CP2442) . (c) Install the new O-ring (3) in the groove of the drain plug (2).
(d) Installation of the drain plug
CAUTION:
DO NOT INSTALL THE DRAIN PLUG WITHOUT AN O-RING. THE INSTALLATION OF A DRAIN PLUG WITHOUT AN O-RING CAN CAUSE OIL OR FUEL LEAKAGE DURING ENGINE OPERATION AND A POSSIBLE ENGINE SHUTDOWN.
1 Install the drain plug (2) in correct position on the filter cover (4) and tighten it with your hand. (e) TORQUE the drain plug (2) to between 75 and 65 lbf.in (0.85 and 0.73 m.daN )
. (f) Safety the drain plug.
WARNING:
USE PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND GLOVES WHEN YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL LOCKWIRE. EACH TIME YOU CUT LOCKWIRE, REMOVE AND DISCARD IT IMMEDIATELY. LOOSE LOCKWIRE CAN CUT YOU OR MAKE YOU BLIND, AND/OR CAN CAUSE DAMAGE.
1 Safety the drain plug (2) with Subtask 12-13-79-410-072-A
A. Close Access
(1) Make sure that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items.
(2) Close the fan cowl doors (Ref. AMM TASK 71-13-00-410-803):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1)
437AL 438AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2)
447AL 448AR
(3) Remove the WARNING NOTICE(S).
(1) Make sure that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items.
(2) Close the fan cowl doors (Ref. AMM TASK 71-13-00-410-803):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1)
437AL 438AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2)
447AL 448AR
(3) Remove the WARNING NOTICE(S).