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Maintenance Section
Engine Mounts - Inspect
Check the System
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Illustration 58
Typical example
Inspect the breather tube (1) for damage. Ensure that
the outlet (2) is clean and free from any obstructions.
Ice can cause obstructions in adverse weather
conditions.
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Engine Mounts - Inspect
Note:
The engine mounts may not have been
supplied by Perkins. Refer to the OEM information
for further information on the engine mounts and the
correct bolt torque.
Inspect the engine mounts for deterioration and for
correct bolt torque. Engine vibration can be caused
by the following conditions:
•
Incorrect mounting of the engine
•
Deterioration of the engine mounts
•
Loose engine mounts
Any engine mount that shows deterioration should
be replaced. Refer to the OEM information for the
recommended torques.
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Engine Oil Level - Check
Hot oil and hot components can cause personal
injury. Do not allow hot oil or hot components to
contact the skin.
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Illustration 59
“L” Low
“H” High
NOTICE
Perform this maintenance with the engine stopped.
Note:
Ensure that the engine is either level or that
the engine is in the normal operating position in order
to obtain a true level indication.
Note:
After the engine has been switched OFF, wait
for 10 minutes in order to allow the engine oil to drain
to the oil pan before checking the oil level.
1.
Maintain the oil level between the mark (L) and
the mark (H) on the engine oil dipstick. Do not
fi
ll
the crankcase above the “H”.
NOTICE
Operating your engine when the oil level is above the
“FULL” mark could cause your crankshaft to dip into
the oil. The air bubbles created from the crankshaft
dipping into the oil reduces the oil's lubricating char-
acteristics and could result in the loss of power.
2.
Remove the oil
fi
ller cap and add oil, if necessary.
Clean the oil
fi
ller cap. Install the oil
fi
ller cap.
If an increase in the oil level is noticed, refer to
Troubleshooting, “Oil Contains Fuel”.