Operators Manual
Table Of Contents
- California Proposition 65 Warning and Engine Idle Notice
- Forward
- To the Operator
- Caution Summary
- Engine Identification
- Operating Instructions for Starting the Engine
- First Time Start Preparations
- System Checks
- Starting the Engine for the First Time
- Starting the Engine
- Running the Engine
- Stopping the Engine
- Emergency Jump Starting
- Routine Engine Start
- Monitoring the Engine Operation
- Changing the Idle Speed
- Shutting Down the Engine after High Load Operation
- Emergency Running Mode
- Stop Engine Override Option
- Cold Weather Operation
- First Time Start Preparations
- Detroit Diesel Electronic Controls (DDEC) System
- Engine Brake System
- Engine Systems
- EPA07 Aftertreatment Device
- EPA10 Aftertreatment System
- GHG14 Aftertreatment System
- GHG17 Aftertreatment System
- Diesel Exhaust Fluid Information
- Aftertreatment Device Operating Requirements
- EPA10 Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Purge Cycle
- EPA10/GHG14/GHG17 Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank
- Aftertreatment Maintenance
- Performing a Parked Regeneration - EPA07
- Performing a Parked Regeneration - EPA10/GHG14
- Performing a Parked Regeneration
- Hazardous Applications
- Service Record
- Instrument Panel Lamps
- Diesel Exhaust Fluid Level Warning Lamps
- Aftertreatment System Driver Notifications and Actions
- DEF Post-Run Indicator Lamp
- Preventive Maintenance Intervals
- EPA07/EPA10/GHG14/GHG17 Preventive Maintenance Tables - 93K222(CK-4) and 93K223(FA-4)
- EPA07/EPA10/GHG14/GHG17 Preventive Maintenance Tables - 93K218(CJ-4)
- EPA07/EPA10/GHG14/GHG17 Preventive Maintenance Tables for Recreational Vehicles
- Routine Preventive Maintenance
- Monitoring the Lubricating Oil
- Monitoring the Lubricating Oil Filter
- Monitoring the Cooling System
- Inspection of the Radiator
- Monitoring the Cooling System Filter
- Monitoring the Fuel Filters
- Adjusting the Valve Lash
- Monitoring the Belt Tensioner
- Poly-V-Belt Inspection
- Monitoring the Serpentine Belts
- Inspection of the Air Intake System
- Monitoring the Air Cleaner
- Monitoring the Exhaust System
- Monitoring the Aftertreatment System
- Inspection of the Air Compressor
- Monitoring the Fuel and Fuel Tank
- Inspection of Hoses and Fittings for Fuel Leaks
- Inspection of the Turbocharger and Charge Air Cooler
- Inspection of the Battery
- Steam Cleaning the Engine
- Inspection of the Battery-Charging Alternator
- Lubricating the Fan Hub
- Checking the Vibration Damper
- How to Procedures
- How to Select Lubricating Oil
- How to Select Lubricating Oil (EPA07)
- When to Change Oil
- How to Replace the Lubricating Oil and Oil Filter
- How to Select Diesel Fuel
- How to Replace the Fuel Filters
- Removal of the Fuel Prefilter - Two-Filter System
- Installation of the Fuel Prefilter - Two-Filter System
- Removal of the Water Coalescer/Final Filter - Two-Filter System
- Installation of the Coalescer/Final Filter - Two-Filter System
- Removal of the Final Filter - Three-Filter System
- Installation of the Final Filter - Three-Filter System
- Removal of the Prefilter - Three-Filter System
- Installation of the Prefilter - Three-Filter System
- Removal of the Water Separator/Coalescer - Three-Filter System
- Installation of the Water Separator/Coalescer - Three-Filter System
- Engine Out of Fuel – How to Restart
- How to Clean an Engine
- Cleaning/Flushing the Cooling System
- Coolant Selections and Maintenance
- Coolant Fill Options
- Coolants for Detroit™ Engines
- Maintenance
- Appendix A - Definitions
- Appendix B - General Coolant Information
- Appendix C - Detroit™ Cooling System Maintenance Products
- How to Replace the Coolant Filter
- Checking the Hoses
- How to Service the Dry Type Air Cleaner
- Customer Assistance
- Detroit Genuine Coolant Engine Products
- Engine Oil Capacities
WARNING: HOT COOLANT
To avoid scalding from the expulsion of hot coolant, never remove
the cooling system pressure cap while the engine is at operating
temperature. Wear adequate protective clothing (face shield,
rubber gloves, apron, and boots). Remove the cap slowly to
relieve pressure.
NOTE: Change the coolant filter only after the vehicle has cooled and no
residual pressure is present.
NOTE: Use care to prevent foreign objects from entering the filter housing.
1. Place the transmission in neutral, and set the parking brake.
2. Clean outside of the coolant filter housing.
3. Using a 36-mm socket, unscrew cap and filter and allow the coolant to drain
into the housing. After draining, remove the assembly from the housing.
4. Remove the filter from the plastic cap by placing the filter on a solid surface
and apply pressure on the plastic cap at an angle.
5. Remove coolant filter O-ring and discard it. Lightly lubricate a new O-ring
with clean engine oil and install it on the filter cap.
6. Check filter housing for any debris and remove if necessary.
7. Insert a new filter element into the cap.
8. Insert element and cap assembly into the housing. Torque the cap to 55-60
N·m (41-44 lb·ft).
9. Check coolant level and adjust if necessary.
WARNING: ENGINE EXHAUST
To avoid injury from inhaling engine exhaust, always operate the
engine in a well-ventilated area. Engine exhaust is toxic.
WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY
To avoid injury before starting and running the engine, ensure the
vehicle is parked on a level surface, parking brake is set, and the
wheels are blocked.
10. Start engine with the accelerator pedal in the idle position. Monitor all
gauges or indicator lamps.
11. Check the filter housings for signs of leakage.
Checking the Hoses
Check the hoses as follows:
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