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TM 55-1905-223-24-1
(6)
Inspect the cooling system; if the coolant is contaminated, drain it and flush the system. Fill it with
a rust preventive compound.
(7)
Remove the exhaust plate from the starter and spray with preservative oil. Reinstall plate.
(8)
Brush on or spray a film of rust preventive compound on all exposed, unpainted surfaces of the
engine. Use a rust preventive conforming to Type P-l, Grade 1 or 2, U.S. Military Specification
MIL-C-16173C.  Remove the cylinder head covers and spray the rocker levers, valve stems,
springs, guides, crosshead and push tubes. Replace the covers.
(9)
Cover all the engine openings with heavy paper and tape. T g the engine to indicate that it has
a
been treated with preservatives and the crankshaft should not be barred over. The tag should
indicate; if coolant has been removed, the date of treatment, and that the engine is not ready to
run.
(10)
Store the engine in an area where the air is dry and temperature uniform.
NOTE
o
Engines in storage for more than 24 months should be flushed out with a suitable solvent or a
light, hot oil, and then be reprocessed with rust preventive materials. Periodically inspect the
engines for rust or corrosion. Take corrective action as necessary.
o
Although the preservative materials may be added to and be used for the same purpose
repeatedly, they must be kept clean; the accumulated deposits should be removed after being
allowed to settle.
2-39.  Preparing a Stored Engine for Service. When an engine is removed from storage and put into
service, the following operations must be performed:
a.
Clean Engine.
(1)
Clean accumulated dirt from the exterior of the engine. Remove the covers, tape, and
wrappings.
(2)
Use a suitable cleaner to remove the rust preventive compound from the unpainted surfaces.
(3)
If required, paint the engine in accordance with TM 43-0139, Painting Instructions for Field
Use.
(4)
Refill the crankcase with clean lubricating oil. Flush and fill the cooling system. Install DCS
(Diesel Coolant Additives) precharge elements to the water filter heads.  These will be
exchanged with service elements at the first oil change.
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