Piper PA-20 Pacer — Service Bulletins

This document is a service bulletin (VSP-119) dated April 19, 1999, intended for all Piper domestic and international distributors, authorized service centers, and publication subscribers. It addresses the distribution of Textron Lycoming Service Bulletin SB 480C, which covers oil and filter change procedures and screen cleaning for all aircraft equipped with Textron Lycoming piston engines, including the Piper PA-20 Pacer. The bulletin emphasizes the importance of compliance to prevent engine oil contamination that could lead to premature engine failure. It provides detailed instructions for oil changes and inspections, ensuring that operators maintain their engines in optimal condition.

• The service bulletin applies to all aircraft with Textron Lycoming piston engines, including the Piper PA-20 Pacer.
• Oil and filter changes should occur within 10 hours for new or overhauled engines, and at 25 and 50-hour intervals thereafter.
• Operators must inspect oil filters and screens for metal particles to prevent engine damage.
• Failure to comply with the service bulletin may lead to significant engine oil contamination and premature engine failure.
• Consult the Textron Lycoming service bulletin for detailed compliance times and procedures.