SECTION B SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
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1. The procedures for the Progressive Care Program and the 100 hour inspection have been carefully worked out by the factory and are followed by the Cessna Dealer Organization The complete familiarity of Cessna Dealers with Cessna equipment and factory approved procedures provides the highest level of service possible at lower cost to Cessna owners Regardless of the inspection method selected by the owner he should keep in mind that FAR Part 43 and FAR Part 91 establishes the require ment that properly certified agencies or personnel accomplish all required FAA inspections and most of the manufacturer recommended inspections CESSNA CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM Specific benefits and provisions of the CESSNA WARRANTY plus other important benefits for you are contained in your CUSTOMER CARE PRO GRAM book supplied with your airplane You will want to thoroughly re view your Customer Care Program book and keep it in your airplane at all times Coupons attached to the Program book entitle you to an initial inspec tion and either a Progressive Care Operation No 1 or the first 100 hour inspection within the first 6 months of ownership at no charge to you If you take delivery from your Dealer the initial inspection will have been performed before delivery of the airplane to you If you pick up your air plane at the factory plan to take it to your Dealer reasonably soon after you take delivery so the initial inspection may be performed allowing the2. The soap suds used sparingly will remove traces of dirt and grease The soap should be removed with a clean damp cloth The plastic trim headliner instrument panel and control knobs need only be wiped off with a damp cloth Oil and grease on the control wheel and control knobs can be removed with a cloth moistened with Stoddard solvent Volatile solvents such as mentioned in paragraphs on care of the windshield must never be used since they soften and craze the plastic
3. latest copy of the Repair and Alteration Form FAA Form 337 if applicable 2 Equipment List 8 4 UR Ln Ys CESSNA SECTION 8 MODEL 172M HANDLING SERVICE amp MAINTENANCE C To be made available upon request 1 Airplane Log Book 2 Engine Log Book Most of the items listed are required by the United States Federal Aviation Regulations Since the Regulations of other nations may require other documents and data owners of airplanes not registered in the United States should check with their own aviation officials to determine their individual requirements Cessna recommends that these items plus the Pilot s Operating Handbook Power Computer Customer Care Program book and Customer Care Card be carried in the airplane at all times AIRPLANE INSPECTION PERIODS FAA REQUIRED INSPECTIONS As required by Federal Aviation Regulations all civil aircraft of U S registry must undergo a complete inspection annual each twelve calendar months In addition to the required ANNUAL inspection air craft operated commercially for hire must have a complete inspection every 100 hours of operation The FAA may require other inspections by the issuance of airworthi ness directives applicable to the airplane engine propeller and compo sents It is the responsibility of the owner operator to ensure compliance with all applicable airworthiness directives and when the inspections are repetitive to take appropriate steps to p
4. Dealer to make any minor adjustments which may be necessary You will also want to return to your Dealer either at 50 hours for your first Progressive Care Operation or at 100 hours for your first 100 hour inspection depending on which program you choose to establish for your airplane While these important inspections will be performed for you by any Cessna Dealer in most cases you will prefer to have the Dealer from whom you purchased the airplane accomplish this work 8 6 _ 1e our ur by m1 CESSNA SECTION 8 MODEL 172M HANDLING SERVICE amp MAINTENANCE PILOT CONDUCTED PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE A certified pilot who owns or operates an airplane not used as an air carrier is authorized by FAR Part 43 to perform limited maintenance on his airplane Refer to FAR Part 43 for a list of the specific maintenance operations which are allowed NOTE Pilots operating airplanes of other than U S registry should refer to the regulations of the country of certi fication for information on preventive maintenance that may be performed by pilots A Service Manual should be obtained prior to performing any preven tive maintenance to ensure that proper procedures are followed Your Cessna Dealer should be contacted for further information or for required maintenance which must be accomplished by appropriately licensed per sonnel ALTERATIONS OR REPAIRS It is essential that the FAA be contacted prior to any alterations on th
5. builds up an electrostatic charge which attracts dust Waxing with a good commercial wax will finish the clean ing job A thin even coat of wax polished out by hand with clean soft flannel cloths will fill in minor scratches and help prevent further scratching Do not use a canvas cover on the windshield unless freezing rain or sleet is anticipated since the cover may scratch the plastic surface PAINTED SURFACES The painted exterior surfaces of your new Cessna have a durable long lasting finish and under normal conditions require no polishing or buffing Approximately 15 days are required for the paint to cure com pletely in most cases the curing period will have been completed prior to delivery of the airplane In the event that polishing or buffing is re 8 12 aft ub 1S se ch or 1 or ESSNA SECTION 8 MODEL 172M HANDLING SERVICE amp MAINTENANCE wired within the curing period it is recommended that the work be done 5y someone experienced in handling uncured paint Any Cessna Dealer an accomplish this work Generally the painted surfaces can be kept bright by washing with water and mild soap followed by a rinse with water and drying with cloths ra chamois Harsh or abrasive soaps or detergents which cause corro sion or scratches should never be used Remove stubborn oil and grease with a cloth moistened with Stoddard solvent Waxing is unnecessary to keep the painted surfaces bright However f
6. desired the airplane may be waxed with a good automotive wax A me engine nose cap and propeller spinner will help reduce the abrasion encountered in these areas When the airplane is parked outside in cold climates and it is neces sary to remove ice before flight care should be taken to protect the paint ed surfaces during ice removal with chemical liquids A 50 50 solution of sopropyl alcohol and water will satisfactorily remove ice accumulations without damaging the paint A solution with more than 50 alcohol is armful and should be avoided While applying the de icing solution keep t away from the windshield and cabin windows since the alcohol will attack me plastic and may cause it to craze PROPELLER CARE Preflight inspection of propeller blades for nicks and wiping them casionally with an oily cloth to clean off grass and bug stains will as ssre long trouble free service Small nicks on the propeller particu arly near the tips and on the leading edges should be dressed out as 0n as possible since these nicks produce stress concentrations and if enored may result in cracks Never use an alkaline cleaner on the ades remove grease and dirt with carbon tetrachloride or Stoddard solvent ENGINE CARE The engine may be cleaned with Stoddard solvent or equivalent then ried thoroughly CAUTION Particular care should be given to electrical equipment before cleaning Cleaning fluids should not be allowed to ent
7. fuselage If ground anchors are 8 8 CESSNA SECTION 8 MODEL 172M HANDLING SERVICE amp MAINTENANCE available the tail should be securely tied down NOTE Ensure that the nose will be held off the ground under all conditions by means of suitable stands or supports under weight supporting bulkheads near the nose of the airplane LEVELING Longitudinal leveling of the airplane is accomplished by placing a level on leveling screws located on the left side of the tailcone Deflate the nose tire and or lower or raise the nose strut to properly center the bubble in the level Corresponding points on both upper door sills may be ased to level the airplane laterally FLYABLE STORAGE Airplanes placed in non operational storage for a maximum of 30 days l r those which receive only intermittent operational use for the first 25 sours are considered in flyable storage status Every seventh day during these periods the propeller should be rotated by hand through five revolu tions This action limbers the oil and prevents any accumulation of cor rosion on engine cylinder walls For maximum safety check that the ignition switch is k OFF the throttle is closed the mixture control is in the idle cut off position and the airplane is secured before rotating the propeller by hand Do not stand d within the arc of the propeller blades while turning the propeller After 30 days the airplane should be flown for 30 minutes or a groun
8. with your Cessna Dealer and take advantage of his knowledge and experience He knows your airplane and how to maintain it He will remind you when lubrications and oil changes are necessary and about other seasonal and periodic services IDENTIFICATION PLATE All correspondence regarding your airplane should include the SERIAL NUMBER The Serial Number Model Number Production Cer tificate Number PC and Type Certificate Number TC can be found on the Identification Plate located on the lower part of the left forward door post Located adjacent to the Identification Plate is a Finish and Trim Plate which contains a code describing the interior color scheme and ex terior paint combination of the airplane The code may be used in con junction with an applicable Parts Catalog if finish and trim information is needed OWNER FOLLOW UP SYSTEM Your Cessna Dealer has an Owner Follow Up System to notify you when he receives information that applies to your Cessna In addition if you wish you may choose to receive similar notification in the form of Service Letters directly from the Cessna Customer Services Department A subscription form is supplied in your Customer Care Program book for your use should you choose to request this service Your Cessna Dealer will be glad to supply you with details concerning these follow up programs and stands ready through his Service Department to supply you with fast efficient low cost service PU
9. BLICATIONS Various publications and flight operation aids are furnished in the 8 3 SECTION 8 CESSNA HANDLING SERVICE MODEL 172M amp MAINTENANCE airplane when delivered from the factory These items are listed below CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM BOOK e PILOT S OPERATING HANDBOOK OR SUPPLEMENTS FOR YOUR AIRPLANE AVIONICS AND AUTOPILOT POWER COMPUTER SALES AND SERVICE DEALER DIRECTORY The following additional publications plus many other supplies that are applicable to your airplane are available from your Cessna Dealer e SERVICE MANUALS AND PARTS CATALOGS FOR YOUR AIRPLANE ENGINE AND ACCESSORIES AVIONICS AND AUTOPILOT Your Cessna Dealer has a Customer Care Supplies Catalog covering all available items many of which he keeps on hand He will be happy to place an order for any item which is not in stock AIRPLANE FILE There are miscellaneous data information and licenses that are a part of the airplane file The following is a checklist for that file In addition a periodic check should be made of the latest Federal Aviation Regulations to ensure that all data requirements are met A To be displayed in the airplane at all times 1 Aircraft Airworthiness Certificate FAA Form 8100 2 2 Aircraft Registration Certificate FAA Form 8050 3 3 Aircraft Radio Station License if transmitter installed FCC Form 556 B To be carried in the airplane at all times 1 Weight and Balance and associated papers
10. CESSNA MODEL 172M SECTION 8 SECTION 8 HANDLING SERVICE amp MAINTENANCE AIRPLANE HANDLING SERVICE amp MAINTENANCE TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction gt Identification Plate Owner Follow Up System Publications Airplane File ot T Airplane Inspection Periods FAA Required Inspections Cessna Progressive Care Cessna Customer Care Program Pilot Conducted Preventive Maintenance Alterations or Repairs Ground Handling Towing Parking Tie Down Jacking Leveling Flyable Storage Servicing o sa Engine Oil Fuel Landing Gear Cleaning and Care Windshield Windows Painted Surfaces Propeller Care Engine Care Interior Care ae Y is fa ob beta A OO CO OO OO o CHO WHO WHO WO WO WO CO OHO HO w i I p pi j I DooDoo ON N N N N OONA o I m pa N m 8 12 8 12 8 12 8 13 8 13 8 14 8 1 8 2 blank CESSNA SECTION 8 MODEL 172M HANDLING SERVICE amp MAINTENANCE INTRODUCTION This section contains factory recommended procedures for proper zround handling and routine care and servicing of your Cessna It also identifies certain inspection and maintenance requirements which must be followed if your airplane is to retain that new plane performance and dependability It is wise to followa planned schedule of lubrication and preventive maintenance based on climatic and flying conditions encoun tered in your locality Keep in touch
11. LTER CHANGE After the first 25 hours of operation drain engine oil sump and oil cooler and clean both the oil suction strainer and the oil pressure screen If an oil filter is installed change filter element at this time Refill sump with straight mineral oil and use until a total of 50 hours has accumulated or oil consumption has stabilized then change to dispersant oil On airplanes not equipped with an oil filter drain the engine oil sump and oil cooler and clean both the oil suction strainer and the oil pressure screen each 50 hours thereafter On m airplanes which have an oil filter the oil change interval may be ex tended to 100 hour intervals providing the oil filter element is changed at 50 hour intervals Change engine oil at least every 6 months even though less than the recommended hours have accumu i lated Reduce intervals for prolonged operation in dusty areas cold climates or when short flights and long idle periods result in sludg ing conditions a FUEL RADE AND COLOR 80 87 Minimum Grade Aviation Fuel red Alternate fuels which are also approved are 100 130 Low Lead AVGAS green Maximum lead content of 2 cc per gallon 100 130 Aviation Grade Fuel green Maximum lead content of 4 6 cc per gallon NOTE When substituting a higher octane fuel low lead AVGAS 100 should be used whenever possible since it will result in less lead contamination of the engine CAPACITY EACH STANDARD TANK 21 G
12. allons CAPACITY EACH LONG RANGE TANK 26 Gallons NOTE To ensure maximum fuel capacity when refueling place the fuel selector valve in either LEFT or RIGHT posi ugh tion to prevent cross feeding 8 11 SECTION 8 CESSNA HANDLING SERVICE MODEL 172M amp MAINTENANCE LANDING GEAR NOSE WHEEL TIRE PRESSURE 31 PSI on 5 00 5 4 Ply Rated Tire 26 PSI on 6 00 6 4 Ply Rated Tire MAIN WHEEL TIRE PRESSURE 29 PSI on 6 00 6 4 Ply Rated Tires NOSE GEAR SHOCK STRUT Keep filled with MIL H 5606 hydraulic fluid and inflated with air to 45 PSI bf CLEANING AND CARE WINDSHIELD WINDOWS The plastic windshield and windows should be cleaned with an aircraft windshield cleaner Apply the cleaner sparingly with soft cloths and rub with moderate pressure until all dirt oil scum and bug stains are re moved Allow the cleaner to dry then wipe it off with soft flannel cloths If a windshield cleaner is not available the plastic can be cleaned with soft cloths moistened with Stoddard solvent to remove oil and grease NOTE Never use gasoline benzine alcohol acetone carbon tetrachloride fire extinguisher or anti ice fluid lacquer thinner or glass cleaner to clean the plastic These ma terials will attack the plastic and may cause it to craze Follow by carefully washing with a mild detergent and plenty of water Rinse thoroughly then dry with a clean moist chamois Do not rub the plastic with a dry cloth since this
13. d unup should be made just long enough to produce an oil temperature with a the lower green arc range Excessive ground runup should be avoided Engine runup also helps to eliminate excessive accumulations of water a the fuel system and other air spaces in the engine Keep fuel tanks full minimize condensation in the tanks Keep the battery fully charged to ght event the electrolyte from freezing in cold weather If the airplane is f be stored temporarily or indefinitely refer to the Service Manual for roper storage procedures 8 9 SECTION 8 CESSNA HANDLING SERVICE MODEL 172M amp MAINTENANCE SERVICING In addition to the PREFLIGHT INSPECTION covered in Section 4 COMPLETE servicing inspection and test requirements for your air plane are detailed in the Service Manual The Service Manual outlines all items which require attention at 50 100 and 200 hour intervals plus those items which require servicing inspection and or testing at special intervals Since Cessna Dealers conduct all service inspection and test proce dures in accordance with applicable Service Manuals it is recommended that you contact your Cessna Dealer concerning these requirements and begin scheduling your airplane for service at the recommended intervals Cessna Progressive Care ensures that these requirements are accom plished at the required intervals to comply with the 100 hour or ANNUAL inspection as previously covered Depending on variou
14. e airplane to ensure that airworthiness of the airplane is not violated Alterations or repairs to the airplane must be accomplished by licensed personnel GROUND HANDLING TOWING The airplane is most easily and safely maneuvered by hand with the tow bar attached to the nose wheel When towing with a vehicle do not exceed the nose gear turning angle of 30 either side of center or damage to the gear will result If the airplane is towed or pushed over a rough surface during hangaring watch that the normal cushioning action of the nose strut does not cause excessive vertical movement of the tail and the resulting contact with low hangar doors or structure A flat nose tire or deflated strut will also increase tail height PARKING When parking the airplane head into the wind and set the parking corakes Do not set the parking brakes during cold weather when accumu lated moisture may freeze the brakes or when the brakes are overheated 8 7 SECTION 8 CESSNA HANDLING SERVICE MODEL 172M amp MAINTENANCE Install the control wheel lock and chock the wheels In severe weather and high wind conditions tie the airplane down as outlined in the following paragraph TIE DOWN Proper tie down procedure is the best precaution against damage to the parked airplane by gusty or strong winds To tie down the airplane securely proceed as follows 1 Set the parking brake and install the control wheel lock 2 Install a surfac
15. e control lock over the fin and rudder 3 Tie sufficiently strong ropes or chains 700 pounds tensile strength to the wing tail and nose tie down fittings and secure each rope to a ramp tie down 4 Install a pitot tube cover JACKING When a requirement exists to jack the entire airplane off the ground or when wing jack points are used in the jacking operation refer to the Service Manual for specific procedures and equipment required Individual main gear may be jacked by using the jack pad which is incorporated in the main landing gear strut step bracket When using the individual gear strut jack pad flexibility of the gear strut will cause the main wheel to slide inboard as the wheel is raised tilting the jack The jack must then be lowered for a second jacking operation Do not jack both main wheels simultaneously using the individual main gear jack pads If nose gear maintenance is required the nose wheel may be raised off the ground by pressing down on a tailcone bulkhead just forward of the horizontal stabilizer and allowing the tail to rest on the tail tie down ring NOTE Do not apply pressure on the elevator or outboard stabi lizer surfaces When pushing on the tailcone always apply pressure at a bulkhead to avoid buckling the skin To assist in raising and holding the nose wheel off the ground weight down the tail by placing sand bags or suitable weights on each side of the horizontal stabilizer next to the
16. er magnetos starter alternator and the like Protect these components before saturating the engine 8 13 SECTION 8 j CESSNA HANDLING SERVICE MODEL 172M amp MAINTENANCE with solvents All other openings should also be covered before cleaning the engine assembly Caustic cleaning solutions should be used cautiously and should always be properly neutralized after their use INTERIOR CARE To remove dust and loose dirt from the upholstery and carpet clean the interior regularly with a vacuum cleaner Blot up any spilled liquid promptly with cleansing tissue or rags Don t pat the spot press the blotting material firmly and hold it for sev eral seconds Continue blotting until no more liquid is taken up Scrape off sticky materials with a dull knife then spot clean the area Oil spots may be cleaned with household spot removers used spar ingly Before using any solvent read the instructions on the container and test it on an obscure place on the fabric to be cleaned Never satu rate the fabric with a volatile solvent it may damage the padding and backing materials Soiled upholstery and carpet may be cleaned with foam type detergent used according to the manufacturer s instructions To minimize wetting the fabric keep the foam as dry as possible and remove it with a vacuum cleaner If your airplane is equipped with leather seating cleaning of the seats is accomplished using a soft cloth or sponge dipped in mild soap suds
17. revent inadvertent noncompliance In lieu of the 100 HOUR and ANNUAL inspection requirements an airplane may be inspected in accordance with a progressive inspection schedule which allows the work load to be divided into smaller operations tnat can be accomplished in shorter time periods The CESSNA PROGRESSIVE CARE PROGRAM has been developed to srovide a modern progressive inspection schedule that satisfies the com siete airplane inspection requirements of both the 100 HOUR and ANNUAL aspections as applicable to Cessna airplanes The program assists the wner in his responsibility to comply with all FAA inspection requirements while ensuring timely replacement of life limited parts and adherence to actory recommended inspection intervals and maintenance procedures 8 5 SECTION 8 CESSNA HANDLING SERVICE MODEL 172M amp MAINTENANCE CESSNA PROGRESSIVE CARE The Cessna Progressive Care Program has been designed to help you realize maximum utilization of your airplane at a minimum cost and down time Under this program your airplane is inspected and maintained in four operations at 50 hour intervals during a 200 hour period The oper ations are recycled each 200 hours and are recorded in a specially pro vided Aircraft Inspection Log as each operation is conducted The Cessna Aircraft Company recommends Progressive Care for air planes that are being flown 200 hours or more per year and the 100 hour inspection for all other airplanes
18. s flight operations your local Government Avia tion Agency may require additional service inspections or tests For these regulatory requirements owners should check with local aviation officials where the airplane is being operated For quick and ready reference quantities materials and specifica tions for frequently used service items are as follows ENGINE OIL GRADE Aviation Grade SAE 50 Above 16 C 60 F Aviation Grade SAE 10W30 or SAE 30 Between 18 C 0 F and 21 C 70 F Aviation Grade SAE 10W30 or SAE 20 Below 12 C 10 F Multi viscosity oil with a range of SAE 10W30 is recommended for improved starting in cold weather Ashless dispersant oil conform ing to Specification No MIL L 22851 must be used NOTE Your Cessna was delivered from the factory with a cor rosion preventive aircraft engine oil If oil must be added during the first 25 hours use only aviation grade straight mineral oil conforming to Specification No MIL L 6082 CAPACITY OF ENGINE SUMP 8 Quarts Do not operate on less than 6 quarts To minimize loss of oil through 8 10 CESSNA SECTION 8 MODEL 172M HANDLING SERVICE amp MAINTENANCE breather fill to 7 quart level for normal flights of less than 3 hours For extended flight fill to 8 quarts These quantities refer to oil dipstick level readings During oil and oil filter changes one addi tional quart is required when the filter element is changed OIL AND OIL FI
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