Information in this guide is for diesel-fueled Series 92 engines. For alcohol- LUBRICATION AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE INTERVALS ....32-44 fueled engines refer to publication “Alcohol-Fueled Series 92 Engines” (Form 6SE508), available from authorized Detroit Diesel distributors. “HOW TO” SECTION .................45-60 How to Select Lubricating Oil .................45 When to Change Oil ..................47...
ENGINE MODEL AND DDEC II/DDEC III SERIAL NUMBER Engine Identification DESIGNATION Detroit Diesel Electronic Control (DDEC) systems are available as stan- The engine serial number and model dard or optional items on many Series number are stamped on the cylinder 92 engine models.
Failure to install a new gasket and exchanger pressure control cap THIS ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE ON tighten cover bolts securely can and fill with genuine Detroit Diesel LOW SULFUR DIESEL FUEL. result in pump leakage at start-up. Power Cool antifreeze or an...
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For this equipped to perform this service. Check the hydrometer “eye” of mainte- reason, Detroit Diesel recommends Priming is not normally necessary if the nance-free batteries for charge. If replacing the engine lube oil and fil-...
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Starting the Engine the cover of mechanical governors is Initial Engine Start—DDEC If the engine fails to start within 15 in the run position. Vehicle, Industrial Engine seconds, release the starter switch Before starting the engine the first and allow the starting motor to cool 3.
28 psi (193 bottom of the radiator or heat exchanger Authorized Detroit Diesel service outlets kPa) at 1800 rpm, and normal operating tank filler neck. Refill the recovery bottle are properly equipped to perform this pressure should be higher.
NOTE: On coach engines equipped Emergency Jump NOTICE: CAUTION: with Delco 50 DN alternators and Starting Never use the emergency shutdown mechanical unit injectors the optimum Reversing battery polarity can also system, except in an emergency. low idle speed setting with full accessory Use the following procedure to start result in personal injury caused by Use of the emergency shutdown can...
The ture, oil pressure, fuel spill pressure, NOTICE: Engines having Detroit Diesel minimum speed at which cruise con- coolant level, and remote sensors (if When descending a hill with cruise...
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DDEC options, such as cruise con- every 15 to 20 seconds to prevent The engine should not be restarted Detroit Diesel does not recom- trol, smoke control, and automatic engine shutdown from occurring. after it has been shut down by the mend using cruise control under shutdown, will not function.
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The diagnostic code can also be Note that only one lamp will be Welding Precaution CAUTION: obtained by the operator: flashing codes at any time. When NOTICE: code flashing is initiated, the active The operator of a DDEC-equipped DDEC II Engines—A “Diagnostic codes (or code “25”) will be flashed on To prevent damage to the DDEC vehicle must not attempt to use or...
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Diagnostic Codes—DDEC II Diagnostic Codes—DDEC III On-Highway and Industrial Engines On-Highway and Industrial Engines NOTE: DDEC III-equipped engines are designated by the letter “K” in the sixth position of the engine NOTE: DDEC II-equipped engines are designated model number. Example: 80877K28. by the letter “B”...
Since the DDEC system is electronic, a battery is required to operate the com- NOTE: DDEC II-equipped engines are designated Marine engines having Detroit Diesel puter. by the letter “B” in the sixth position of the engine Electronic Controls (DDEC) can be The system operates at 12 volts.
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The "Stop Engine" malfunction is Once the malfunction has been cor- CAUTION: CAUTION: recorded in the Electronic Control rected, the DDEC system will return Module for later retrieval by the service the engine to normal operation. The operator of a DDEC- The operator of a DDEC-equipped technician.
ELECTRONIC ENGINE SYSTEMS Dry type air cleaners are used on TURBOCHARGER CONTROL the majority of Detroit Diesel engines. Fuel System MODULE (ECM) For optimum protection of the engine from dust and other airborne contam- THERMOSTAT FILLER The fuel system consists of the fuel...
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MARINE ENGINE MAINTENANCE HOURS 1,000 4,000 Fuel Tank (2) MARINE ENGINE MAINTENANCE Fuel Lines and Flexible Hoses* (3) Cooling System (4) DAILY Drive Belts* (8) Lubricating Oil (1) Air Cleaner* (7) Fuel Tank (2) Air Separators* (7) Fuel Lines and Flexible Hoses (3) Fuel Filters* (10) Cooling System (4) Water Pump, Seal* (11)
Detroit Diesel scheduled maintenance. sharp edges, or other obviously haz- marine engines. service outlet for the cause. Fuel or The “daily”...
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Visually inspect the mountings, intake Diesel recommends replacing cool- cooling system can result in a loss and exhaust ducting and connections ant with genuine Detroit Diesel of coolant and possible personal for leaks daily. Check the oil inlet and Power Cool antifreeze or equivalent injury (scalding, eye injury, etc.)
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Rinse with fresh water. Do not allow the Retighten any loose connections. cially designed for this purpose. soda solution to enter the cells. Authorized Detroit Diesel service out- Inspect the cables, clamps, and lets are properly equipped to perform hold-down brackets regularly. Clean these services.
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Item 9 - Lubricating Oil Filter Item 11 - Water Pump and Drive belts (V and Poly-V) should NOTICE: Coolant Filter/Conditioner be replaced every 2,000 hours or Lubricating oil filters should be If not adjusted properly, the valve 100,000 miles (160,000 km). changed whenever the engine oil is Water Pump.
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Crankcase Breather Assembly or wear and replaced, if necessary. 1. Avoid grounding the output terminal. every 2,000 hours or 60,000 miles Authorized Detroit Diesel service outlets Grounding an alternator’s output Crankcase pressure should be (96,000 km) (whichever comes first) and...
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assembly. Have components Midland air compressor dealer for (9,600 km). Use an all-purpose grease Item 27 - Shutter Operation repaired or replaced as needed. replacement parts.) If reusable, they (No. 2 grade) at temperatures of 30°F Check the operation of the shutters should be washed in commercial sol- (-1°C) and above.
Only oils licensed by API should time of overhaul. warranty. be used in Detroit Diesel engines. Certain engine operating conditions Item 32 - Blower Screen A. How to Select may require exceptions to these...
2. Support the shell, unscrew the federal (EPA) recommendations. been added to the crankcase, con- center stud, and withdraw the sult with an authorized Detroit Diesel 3. Clean the filter adaptor with a Typical Canister (Bolt-On) Type Oil Filter shell, element, and stud as an service outlet for the cause.
Some fuels may pipes or fittings in any diesel fuel sult with an authorized Detroit Diesel of 0.10 gram/horsepower-hour. To be marketed which contain perfor- storage, delivery, or fuel system.
Such additives Detroit Diesel Corporation will not area around the fuel source. ket unitized into a single cartridge are helpful when water contamination...
Adjust the concentration if not at freeze, boilover or corrosion protection. 4. Start the engine, and check fuel fil- the proper protection level. If Detroit Diesel Power Cool or ter and strainer for leaks. NOTICE: Mix coolant/water solution at the proper...
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BOILING POINTS Product cooling system inhibitors, if are not recommended for use in FREEZING POINTS It is imperative that Detroit Diesel required. After filling, run engine until Detroit Diesel engine cooling systems. Maintenance Product supplemental thermostat(s) open and top off coolant inhibitor be added to all Detroit (°F)
Diesel Maintenance Product inhibitors warm-up without the pressure glycol and nitrite concentration are An immersion-type engine block heater and water that meets Detroit Diesel cap installed. With the transmis- available from authorized Detroit may be installed to improve cold requirements.
I. When to Service the BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING NOTICE: Dry Type Air Cleaner If all of the coolant is drawn out of HARD STARTING Engine Will Not Rotate the recovery bottle when the engine Replace dry type air cleaner elements cools, remove the pressure control Probable Causes: when the maximum allowable air Low Cranking Speed...
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OBJECTIONABLE EXHAUST ABNORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS Black or Gray Smoke High Lubricating Oil Consumption Probable Causes: Probable Causes: Blue Smoke Low Oil Pressure White Smoke Loose connections Cracked lines Damaged or dirty air cleaner Damaged gaskets or seal rings Improper grade of fuel * Lube oil loss at breather tube Excessive exhaust back pressure * Lube oil loss at dipstick tube...
ABNORMAL COOLANT TEMPERATURES ENGINE STORAGE 5. If freezing weather is expected dur- ing the storage period, check the Preparing Engine for Storage antifreeze/coolant for required Above Normal freeze and inhibitor protection. Add When an engine is to be stored or Probable Causes: an ethylene glycol base antifreeze Below Normal...
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Extended Storage NOTE: If engines in vehicles are 12. Turbocharger—Since turbocharg- 16. Remove and clean the battery and (More than 30 Days) stored where condensation of water in er bearings are pressure lubricat- battery cables with a baking soda- the fuel tank may be a problem, add ed through the external oil line water solution and rinse with fresh To prepare an engine for extended...
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If the engine is to be exposed to freezing temperatures, install gen- ® uine Detroit Diesel Power Cool antifreeze or an equivalent ethylene glycol-base antifreeze solution in the required concentration.
SERVICE PUBLICATIONS Detroit Diesel service outlet. Check the CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE As the owner of a Detroit Diesel Yellow Pages under “Engines, Diesel” product you have a complete network The service manual covering Detroit The satisfaction and goodwill of the or refer to the Worldwide Distributor...
Engine delivery date and accumu- let in your area (in the U.S. and lated hours of operation. Canada check the Yellow Pages for Primary Nature of problem. the Detroit Diesel service outlet near- w/Separator 23512317 — Chronological summary of engine’s est you).
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COOLANT INHIBITOR ELEMENT SIZE REQUIREMENTS — ADDITIONAL COOLANT INHIBITOR INITIAL DOSAGE FOR WATER-ONLY SYSTEMS TREATMENT PRODUCTS COOLING DETROIT Detroit Diesel SYSTEM DIESEL NALCOOL ADDITIONAL Item Size Part No. CAPACITY, ELEMENT SCA ELEMENT ELEMENT SCA LIQUID GALLONS* QUANTITY PART NO. PART NO.
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