The following engine oils are confirmed to be suitable for use in DDC 4-stroke cycle marine, generator, and other engine applications equipped with a closed…
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS On a small number of Series 60/50 wastegate turbochargers there have been reports of the cup plugs coming loose. The symptoms are: Loss…
Engine Components – GHG17 Medium Duty Platform GHG17 Medium Duty Platform engine components are shown below: DD5 Engine Components For general views of the DetroitTM…
INTRODUCTION Detroit Diesel has released Detroit Diesel Electronic Control Unit (ECU) System. DETAILS AND REASON DDEC V provides an indication of engine and vehicle malfunctions.…
CONDITION: Shaft bearings worn from contaminants in the lubricating oil. CAUSE: Poor add oil procedures – extended oil/filter change intervals. RECOMMENDATION: DO NOT REUSE: To…
CONDITION: Compressor wheel comes in contact with compressor housing CAUSE: Any contact of the compressor contour is similar to the contact on the turbine housing…
CONDITION: Compressor blade broken CAUSE: The blade either came in contact with a foreign object (such as a screwdriver or wrench) or was fractured from…
CONDITION: Broken bolts in turbine housing CAUSE: Excessive torque on bolts or incorrect tensile strength bolts used. RECOMMENDATION: REUSE AFTER THE BROKEN BOLTS ARE PROPERLY…
CONDITION: Worn turbine wheel blades (360 degrees) (Accompanied by matching wear marks on the tur bine housing I.D.) CAUSE: Blade contact against turbine housing due…
A low power complaint or oil leakage found in the turbo charger housings can be the result of a number of factors. Locate the problem…