# SDR CA100806004

- Type: Service difficulty report (as reported; unverified)
- Difficulty date: June 3, 2010
- Submitted: January 4, 2011
- Operation: General aviation
- Make and model: Cessna 172M
- Registry model: [Cessna 172M](https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172m) (OpenAirDocs)
- Aircraft time: 11,723 hours
- Engine: Lyc O320E2D
- System (JASC): [8520 · Reciprocating Engine Power Section](https://openairdocs.org/jasc/8520)
- Part: Case Half
- Part number: 78206
- Condition: Cracked
- Location: Lt Engine
- Stage of operation: IN
- How discovered: V
- Nature of condition: K
- Precautionary procedure: K
- FAA source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System (https://sdrs.faa.gov/)
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA100806004

## Discrepancy

DURING SCHEDULED INSP, OIL LEAK WAS FOUND ON LT ENGINE CASE.  FURTHER INSPECTION REVEALED A 1-INCH CRACK BELOW THE FWD OIL PRESSURE FITTING. ENGINE WAS REMOVED AND SENT OUT FOR SERVICING OR REPAIR.

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