# Continental TSIO-360-MB

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 17300
- Manufacturer (registry): CONT MOTOR
- Model: TSIO-360-MB
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Power: 210 hp
- Data sheet: [TCDS E9CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E9CE) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.
- Installed in: 7 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-tsio-360-mb

Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs)

Matched to this engine model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment.

- [AD 2023-17-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-17-04): Reciprocating Engine Oil System · F & M Enterprises' Model C6LC, C6LC-S or C6LC-L oil filter… (Stratus Tool Technologies STC SE09356SC or 2 others). Effective Oct 26, 2023
- [AD 2023-09-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-09-09): Exhaust Turbine System (Recip) · Aerostar PA-60-600 (Aerostar 600), PA-60-601 (Aerostar 601), PA-60-601P (Aerostar 601P) and 292 more. Effective Jul 17, 2023
- [AD 2023-05-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-05-16): Reciprocating Engine Power Section · Continental Aerospace Technologies GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-H and 147 more. Effective Mar 15, 2023
- [AD 2013-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-21-02): Turbochargers · Continental Motors LTSIO-360-RB, TSIO-360-MB, TSIO-360-RB and 2 more. Effective Nov 13, 2013
- [AD 2012-03-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-03-06): Fuel servo diaphragm · Continental Motors 6-260-A, 6-285-A, 6-285-B and 482 more. Effective Feb 24, 2012
- [AD 2011-26-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-26-07): Engine · Continental Motors C-125-1, C-125-2, C145-2 and 48 more. Effective Jan 24, 2012
- [AD 2011-13-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-13-03): Turbocharger Turbine · Lycoming Engines LTO-360-E1A6D, O-540-L3C5D, TIGO-541-E1A and 20 more. Effective Jul 13, 2011
- [AD 2010-11-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-11-04): Hydraulic lifters · Continental Motors FSO-470-A, GIO-470-A, GTSIO-520-C and 190 more. Effective Jun 16, 2010
- [AD 2010-07-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-07-08): Turbochargers · Kelly Aerospace Energy Systems HIO-360-E1AD, HIO-360-E1BD, HIO-360-F1AD and 137 more. Effective Apr 19, 2010
- [AD 2000-23-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-23-21): Crankshaft · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-B and 164 more. Effective Dec 12, 2000
- [AD 98-19-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-19-02): Piston Pins · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-C and 31 more. Effective Nov 9, 1998
- [AD 97-26-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-26-17): Crankshaft · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-B and 90 more. Effective Jan 23, 1998
- [AD 95-21-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-21-15): Aviation Gasoline · Continental Motors A-65-8, C85-12F, C85-12FJ and 77 more. Effective Nov 28, 1995
- [AD 95-08-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-08-10): Oil Outlet Check Valve · Continental Motors LTSIO-360-E, LTSIO-360-EB, LTSIO-360-KB and 9 more. Effective Jul 10, 1995
- [AD 93-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-10-02): Missing Cylinder Valve Retainer Key · Continental Motors GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-E and 180 more. Effective Aug 12, 1993
- [AD 92-04-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-04-09): Rocker Shaft Hold Down Stud · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-B and 41 more. Effective Jun 22, 1993
- [AD 91-19-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-19-03): Oil Filter · Continental Motors 6-285-A, 6-285-B, 6-285-BA and 169 more. Effective Sep 29, 1991
- [AD 88-03-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/88-03-06): Oil Filter · Continental Motors GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-E and 155 more. Effective Apr 15, 1988
- [AD 81-16-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-16-05): Magnetos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-E1B, AEIO-320-E2B, AEIO-360-B1G6 and 234 more. Effective Aug 6, 1981

Historical (superseded or no longer in force):

- [AD 2023-04-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-04-08) (historical): Reciprocating Engine Power Section · Continental Aerospace Technologies GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-H and 141 more. Effective Feb 23, 2023
- [AD 2022-04-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-04-04) (historical): Reciprocating Engine Oil System · F & M Enterprises' Model C6LC, C6LC-S or C6LC-L oil filter… (Stratus Tool Technologies STC SE09356SC or 2 others). Effective Mar 29, 2022
- [AD 2012-24-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-24-09) (historical): Turbocharger turbine wheel · Continental Motors TSIO-360-MB, TSIO-360-RB, TSIO-360-SB and 1 more. Effective Dec 20, 2012
- [AD 2009-24-52](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-24-52) (historical): Hydraulic lifters · Continental Motors FSO-470-A, GIO-470-A, GTSIO-520-C and 192 more
- [AD 2009-24-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-24-51) (historical): Hydraulic lifters · Teledyne Continental Motors FSO-470-A, GIO-470-A, GTSIO-520-C and 156 more
- [AD 2002-13-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-13-04) (historical): Magneto impulse coupling stop pin · Teledyne Continental Motors C-125-1, C-125-2, C145-2 and 48 more. Effective Jul 12, 2002
- [AD 2000-08-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-08-51) (historical): Crankshaft · Teledyne Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-B and 158 more
- [AD 94-14-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-14-12) (historical): Octane Aviation Gasoline · Teledyne Continental Motors A-65-8, C85-12, E185-11 and 68 more

## Information bulletins (advisory) (5)

- [SAIB NE-16-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-16-13): Powerplant - Prohibited use of sealant. Issued Mar 8, 2016
- [SAIB NE-13-15](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-13-15): Engine Controls: Continental Motors, Inc. (CMI) Throttle and Mixture Control Levers. Issued Feb 8, 2013
- [SAIB NE-13-04](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-13-04): Continental Motors, Inc. (CMI) Connecting Rod Piston Pin Bushing Inspection. Issued Oct 31, 2012
- [SAIB NE-10-09](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-10-09): Reciprocating Engine Power Section: Hydraulic Valve Lifters. Issued Nov 20, 2009
- [SAIB NE-09-04](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-09-04): Fuel Control/Reciprocating Engines. Issued Jan 10, 2009

## Registered aircraft (7)

- [N252HW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N252HW): [Beverly Robert E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BEVERLY%20ROBERT%20E), [Lewis Center, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Lewis%20Center), built 1987, S/N 25-1142
- [N252JP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N252JP): [International Air Services Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/INTERNATIONAL%20AIR%20SERVICES%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Carson City, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Carson%20City), built 1987, S/N 25-1127
- [N252VL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N252VL): [Jagerfly Ltd](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JAGERFLY%20LTD), [Norwalk, CT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CT/Norwalk), built 1987, S/N 25-1130
- [N255JW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N255JW): [Dillon William M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DILLON%20WILLIAM%20M), [Dayton, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Dayton), built 1987, S/N 25-1117
- [N314G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N314G): [Frownfelter Grant M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FROWNFELTER%20GRANT%20M), [Fenton, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Fenton), built 2006, S/N 314
- [N33RK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N33RK): [Redcell Air Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/REDCELL%20AIR%20INC), [Miami, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Miami), built 1988, S/N 25-1160
- [N880RA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N880RA): [Aerospace Trust Management LLC Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AEROSPACE%20TRUST%20MANAGEMENT%20LLC%20TRUSTEE), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1988, S/N 251164

## NTSB investigations

None matched to aircraft with this engine model.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to aircraft with this engine model.

## Service difficulty reports (17)

As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report.

- [SDR 2016FA0000363](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000363), Aug 7, 2016: B-NUT. BROKEN. FUEL LINE FROM PRIMER SOLENOID TO THROTTLE BODY,BROKE IN HALF UNDER B-NUT, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO LOSE FUEL SUPPLY TO THROTTLE BODY.
- [SDR CA140730017](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA140730017), May 8, 2014: TUBE. WORN. (CAN) DURING A TRIM SERVO REPLACEMENT. THE TRIM TUBE ASSEMBLY WAS RUBBING ON A RIVET LOCATED ON THE ELT SHELF IN THE TAIL OF THE AIRCRAFT. THE TUBE HAS A WALL O
- [SDR FK8R20130311001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FK8R20130311001), Feb 22, 2013: CYLINDER. CRACKED. DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION, AN OIL LEAK WAS FOUND AT THE BOTTOM OF THE NR 2 CYLINDER AFTER WASHING THE ENGINE AND RUNNING IT AGAIN IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE OIL WAS
- [SDR CSE001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CSE001), Jun 5, 2003: MAGNETO. MISREPAIRED. ENGINE WILL NOT RUN ON LEFT MAGNETO. INSPECTION IN THE WORKSHOP REVEALED THAT THE WOODRUFF DRIVE KEY BETWEEN THE DRIVE SHAFT AND DRIVE COUPLING WAS MISSING.
- [SDR AUS20030601](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20030601), May 26, 2003: CYLINDER. FAILED. (AUS) ENGINE NR 1 CYLINDER BARREL FAILED IN AREA APPROXIMATELY TWO FINS FROM TOP OF BARREL. CYLINDER HEAD AND ATTACHED SECTION OF BARREL SEPARATED. SEVERE DAMAG
- [SDR 20001109SH025](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20001109SH025), Oct 17, 2000: VERNATHERM. BENT. RETAINING NUT ROLL PIN TO SECURE THE NUT. THE SHAFT ON WHICH THE NUT IS INSTALLED WAS BENT JUST BEHIND THE NUT. SUBMITTER HAS SEEN SEVERAL NOW WITH THIS CONDITI
- [SDR 20000331SH010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000331SH010), Mar 10, 2000: PLATE. MISMANUFACTURED. WHEN LT AND RT MAGNETOS WERE BEING INSTALLED ON ENGINE AFTER INTERNAL INSPECTION OF MAGNETOS, NOTED MAGNETO HOLD-DOWN PLATES FROM ENGINE STUD TO MAGNETO MOUNTIN
- [SDR 20000331SH011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000331SH011), Mar 10, 2000: PLATE. MISMANUFACTURED. WHEN LT AND RT MAGNETOS WERE BEING INSTALLED ON ENGINE AFTER INTERNAL INSPECTION OF MAGS, NOTED MAGNETO HOLD-DOWN PLATES FROM ENGINE STUD TO MAGNETO MOUNTING FL
- [SDR CA990927036](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA990927036), Sep 8, 1999: BOLT. FAILED. (CAN) THROUGH-BOLT P/N 630693-1060 BROKE THROUGH BEFORE REACHING SPECIFIED TORQUE. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS NOTED THAT A CRACK HAD DEVELOPED PREVIOUSLY AND ONLY 
- [SDR 98ZZZX2459](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX2459), May 26, 1998: INDUCTION TUBE. CRACKED. NOTICED FUEL STAINS AROUND CYLINDER NR 3. REMOVED AND INSPECTED, INDUCTION TUBE WAS CRACKED AROUND FLANGE.
- [SDR 98ZZZX1856](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX1856), Feb 24, 1998: INTAKE TUBE. CRACKED. INTAKE TUBE CRACKED AT FLANGE. SUBMITTER STATED RESEARCH OF AIRCRAFT RECORDS DETERMINED THIS WAS THE THIRD INDUCTION TUBE IN THIS LOCATION THAT HAD CRACKED IN 1
- [SDR 97ZZZX3088](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX3088), May 21, 1997: IMPULSE CAM. CRACKED. HEARD LOUD POP WHEN INSTALLING IMPULSE ASSEMBLY WHEN 15 POUNDS/FOOT OF TORQUE WAS REACHED. REMOVED AND FOUND INNER HUB OF IMPULSE CRACKED IN THREE PLACES.
- [SDR 97ZZZX806](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX806), Jan 28, 1997: HOSE. BIND. DURING C/W SB M81-21, IT WAS NOTED TURBO OIL LINE WAS SHORT AND IN A BIND. SUBMITTER SUGGESTS ADDING 45 DEGREE FITTING ON HOSES TO RELIEVE PROBLEM.
- [SDR AU960232](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU960232), Feb 19, 1996: CYLINDER. SEPARATED. (AUS) NO4 CYLINDER HEAD SEPARATED FROM CYLINDER BARREL IN AREA OF SCREWTHREADS - PRE-EXISTING CRACK IN SCREW THREAD AREA
- [SDR 95ZZZX5234](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX5234), Sep 6, 1995: GUIDE SEAL. DEFECTIVE. AFTER COMPLAINCE WITH TELEDYNE CONTINENTAL SB CSB-95-4 REGARDING IMPROPERLY INSTALLED INTAKE VALVE GUIDE SEALS, FOUND 2 OF 6 DEFECTIVE SEALS ON ENGINE NOTED. TW
- [SDR 95ZZZX4593](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX4593), Aug 18, 1995: GASKET. SCREWS LOOSE. AFTER TALKING TO ANOTHER MECHANIC WHO HAD SIMILAR PROBLEM (LOOSE ROCKER COVER SCREWS), CHECKED SUBJECT AIRCRAFT AND FOUND LIKE CONDITION. DUE TO SILICONE GASKET
- [SDR 95ZZZX657](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX657), Jan 5, 1995: DISTRIBUTOR. TEETH FAILED. ENGINE DEVELOPED VIBRATION ON TAKEOFF. AFTER LANDING AND MAG CHECK, LT MAGNETO DEAD. DISASSEMBLY FOUND DISTRIBUTOR GEAR WITH EIGHT TEETH MISSING. FOUND ALL TEET

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (17)

Approved for this engine model: the STC's model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. In force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has.

- [STC SE5583SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5583SW): Installation of fuel flow transducers (true-flow totalizer). Alcor LLC. Lists TSIO-360 Series
- [STC SE04349CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04349CH): Installation of SureFly electronic ignition. SureFly Partners Ltd
- [STC SE02352CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02352CH): Installation of Challenger cleanable oil filter assembly. Challenger Aviation Products Inc
- [STC SE03309CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03309CH): Installation of Engine Preheat Kit, p/n TSP6CYL-2927-115 for 115 volt application. Hartzell Propeller Inc
- [STC SE04577CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04577CH): Install an electronic engine ignition system. Electroair Acquisition Corp
- [STC SE01966WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01966WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas in spark ignition piston aircraft engines. General Aviation Modifications Inc
- [STC SE8409SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8409SW): Installation of P/N CO-300-1 Oil Filter Adaptor with spin-on filter as a replacement for the existing oil screen. Stratus Tool Technologies LLC
- [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE2764NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2764NM): Installation of air conditioning compressor mount and drive pulley. Air Comm Corporation
- [STC SE09846SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09846SC): Installation of S539800M30 starter adapter springs. Aircraft Specialties Services Inc
- [STC SE1780NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1780NM): Installation of Precise Flight standby vacuum system (SVS III). Precise Flight Inc
- [STC SE5743NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5743NM): Intallation of adapter for externally mounted oil filter. Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SE09963SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09963SC): Installation of modified fuel injector nozzles. General Aviation Modifications, Inc
- [STC SE00350SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00350SE): Installation of sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil. Mobil Research & Development Corp. Lists TSIO-360 Series
- [STC SE5879SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5879SW): Use of Phillips X/C II 20W-50 and25W-60 oil (OSS 55875) in all Avco reciprocating aircraft engines from 65 to 450 BHP. Phillips Petroleum Co. Lists TSIO-360 Series
- [STC SE80NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE80NE): Installation and usage of Bel-Ray synthetic aviation oil, Bel-Ray Aero 1, (nonsupercharged), horizontally opposed direct drive, aircraft engines of 350 hp. or less. Bel-Ray Company, Inc. Lists TSIO-360 Series

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