Service Manual

Air Compressor Carbon Buildup ISB, ISBe and QSB (Common Rail [...]
Page 12-8 Section 12 - Compressed Air System - Group 12
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Off-Engine Repair
WARNING
Use skin and eye protection when handling caustic
solutions to reduce the possibility of personal injury.
WARNING
Wear appropriate eye and face protection when using
compressed air. Flying debris and dirt can cause
personal injury.
CAUTION
Do not use a sharp object to remove carbon. The
sealing surfaces can be damaged.
CAUTION
Avoid getting debris and solvents into the clearance
between the piston and bore.
CAUTION
Avoid the use of abrasive products similar to “Scotch
Brite™” because any abrasive grit left after cleaning
will shorten the life of the air compressor.
Remove the compressor head and valve assembly. Refer
to Procedure 012-007 in Section 12.