MAINTENANCE
PREVENTIVE
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
This section describes the items listed
in the maintenance interval tables.
The “Daily” instructions apply to
routine or daily starting of the engine.
They do not apply to a new engine
or one that has been operated for a
considerable period of time.
For new or stored engines, refer to the
Series 60 Service Manual (6SE483).
Follow instructions in Section 13.1
under Preparations for Starting the
Engine the First Time.
Preventive maintenance other than the
“Daily” checks should be performed
by authorized Detroit Diesel service
outlets. These outlets have the trained
personnel and special tools to properly
perform all services.
Item 1 – Lubricating Oil
Check the oil level daily with the
engine stopped. If the engine has
just been stopped and is warm, wait
approximately 20 minutes to allow the
oil to drain back into the oil pan before
checking. Add the proper grade of oil
to maintain the correct level on the
dipstick. See Figure 11.
Figure 11
Check Oil Level Daily
NOTICE:
When adding lubricating oil, do
not overfill. Oil may be blown out
through the crankcase breather if
the crankcase is overfilled.
All diesel engines are designed to
use some oil, so the periodic addition
of oil is normal. See Figure 12 to
determine the degree of oil usage.
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All information subject to change without notice. (Rev. 01/04)
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