T-361 5–18
Table 5–1 Preventative Maintenance Actions and Schedule
Procedure
Manual 
Reference
During 
Pre-Trip
1
 Every 
2000 
hours of 
service
2
 Every 
4000 
hours of 
service
3
1. Check  (in  place)  Engine/Generator  shock  mounts  for
cracks, cuts, abrasion or flaring
Section 
5.7.2
X X
2. Check engine lubrication oil and fuel lines, filters and con-
nections for leaks.
- X X X
3. Check engine lubrication oil level, add as required. Section 
2.11
X
4. Check  Poly  Vbelt  for  fraying  or  cracking,  replace  as
required.
Section 
5.5.10
X X X
5. Check radiator hoses for leaks. - X X X
6. Check coolant level add 50/50 mix as required. Section 
2.11
X X X
7. Check radiator coil and generator air intake for cleanliness. Section 
5.5.5
X X X
8. Check Air Cleaner: X X X
For Oil bath air filter:
Check for cleanliness and clean filter body and internal mesh.
Change oil every 250 hours.
Section 
5.5.10
X X X
For Dry element air cleaner:
Check for cleanliness and clean/replace as filter indicator indi-
cates
Section 
5.5.10
X X X
9. Drain Water from fuel tank sump. - X X X
10.Drain Water from fuel filter bowl. - X X X
11. Fill fuel tank with diesel fuel, check fuel gauge operation. Section 
2.11
X X X
12.Check intake heater amperage. Section 
5.5.15
X X X
13.Check battery terminals for tightness and cleanliness. - X X X
14.Check for dirty loose electrical connections, frayed cables
and cracked insulation.
- X X X
15.Check and tighten as required all hardware, brackets etc. - X X X
16.Clean mechanical fuel lift pump internal filter. Section 
5.5.2
X X
17.Change in line fuel filter (option). Section 
5.5.4
X X
18.Clean and coat terminals with battery terminal sealant. - X X
19.Change lubricating oil and filters (See NOTES) Section 
5.5.6
X X
20.Tighten engine and generator mounting bolts. Section 
5.7.2
X X
21.Tighten all electrical connections in control box. - X X