RX7 2RTR-1308cc 80 (1984)
Oil Level Warning Indicator: Technical Service Bulletins
Oil Level Warning System - Checking Procedures
Category 15
Applicable Model/s ROTARY ENGINE VEHICLES
Subject
OIL LEVEL WARNING SYSTEM CHECKING PROCEDURES
Bulletin No. 001/84
Issued
3/5/84
Revised
DESCRIPTION
As you know, it is extremely important to maintain the proper oil level on Rotary Engines. It is for this reason that Rotary Engines are equipped with an
Oil Level Warning System.
Investigations reveal that the primary reason of Rotary Engine damage is lack of engine oil. Therefore, please inform all Rotary Engine customers to
check the oil level every time they stop to refuel and to pay close attention to the Oil Level Warning Light while driving.
It is very important that the Warning System operates properly so that customers can rely on this system.
Please perform the following checking procedure anytime you install a MANA engine and also at times of regularly scheduled maintenance.
Procedure A (1975-77, 1981-84)
Procedure B (1978-80)
OIL LEVEL WARNING SYSTEM CHECKING PROCEDURE - TYPE A
(1975-77, 1981-84)
OIL LEVEL SENSOR (FLOAT TYPE)
FLOAT TYPE
1.
Once the oil has been drained from the oil pan, remove the Oil Level Sensor. Check the continuity of the sensor by moving the float up and down.
Fig. 1
a.
When the float is in the "UP" position, the ohmmeter should not show any continuity. (fig. 1)
