How To Replace The Lubricating Oil And Oil Filter - Detroit Diesel DD15 EuroIV Operator's Manual

Oil analysis may be used to determine whether this interval should be shortened,
but it should not be used to lengthen the interval.
The use of fuels with sulfur content above 0.05 mass percent will require a
shortening of drain intervals and/or the use of a higher TBN oil.
Disposal of Waste Oil
Used lubricating oil and filters require disposal in an environmentally responsible
manner, according to federal (EPA) and/or state recommendations. The disposal of
waste oil may be best addressed by the engine oil supplier, who may accept
responsibility for proper disposal of this material as part of the business of
providing lubricant.

How to Replace the Lubricating Oil and Oil Filter

The oil filter is an integral part of the lubrication system. Proper filter selection and
maintenance are important to satisfactory engine performance and service life. The
filter should be used to maintain a clean system, not to clean up a contaminated
system. The maintenance intervals for the appropriate duty cycle are listed in tables
in this manual.
Change the oil and replace the lubricating oil filter as follows:
NOTE: If the used oil was contaminated by fuel or coolant, it may be
necessary to take the vehicle to a certified Detroit Service Center. The
Service Center may drain the oil and then remove the oil pan, oil pump, and
oil pump intake manifold to drain the remaining oil held back by the
backflow valve. It is important to remove all contaminated oil from the
engine.
NOTE: Change the engine oil only when the engine oil temperature is
approximately 60°C (140°F). Changing cold oil will result in extended drain
times.
WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY
To avoid injury, never remove any engine component while the
engine is running.
1. Place the transmission in neutral, and set the parking brake.
NOTICE: Use care to prevent foreign objects from entering the filter
housing.
2. Clean outside of the oil filter housing.
3. Using a 36-mm socket, unscrew the oil filter cap and filter and allow the oil
to drain into the housing. After draining is complete, remove the assembly
from the housing.
All information subject to change without notice.
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