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DETROIT DD15 User Manual

DETROIT DD15
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DDC-SVC-MAN-0217
Gen 5 DD Platform Operators
Manual
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Detroit Diesel
Corporation is registered to ISO 9001:2001.
Copyright © Detroit Diesel Corporation. All rights reserved. Detroit
Diesel Corporation is a Daimler company.
Printed in U.S.A.

Table of Contents

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DETROIT DD15 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Displacement14.8 liters
ConfigurationInline 6-cylinder
Horsepower400-505 hp
Engine TypeDiesel
Compression Ratio18.0:1
Emission StandardEPA 2010
Bore139 mm
Fuel SystemHigh Pressure Common Rail

Summary

Caution Summary

Engine Operation Safety

Safety warnings and precautions for operating the engine and vehicle systems.

Vehicle Control Safety

Warnings about using cruise control and engine brakes under specific conditions.

Preventive Maintenance Safety

Safety precautions to observe when performing basic engine preventive maintenance.

Hot Oil, Fire, and Used Oil Safety

Warnings related to hot oil, flammable fluids, and potential fire hazards during maintenance.

Personal Injury Warnings

Warnings about injury from hot surfaces, moving parts, and chemical agents.

Coolant and Compressed Air Safety

Precautions for hot coolant handling and eye protection when using compressed air.

General Safety Precautions

Safety advice for rotating parts, slipping hazards, and ventilation.

Cooling System Safety

Precautions for servicing the cooling system, including hot coolant.

Electrical System Safety

Warnings about electrical shock, battery explosion, and acid burns.

Air Intake System Safety

Safety considerations when working on the engine's air intake system.

Lubricating Oil System Safety

Safety advice for working with hot surfaces and rotating parts in the oil system.

Fuel System Safety

Warnings about fire hazards and ignition sources when working with the fuel system.

High Pressure Fuel Safety

Warnings regarding high-pressure fuel and fire risks from fuel vapors.

Aftertreatment System Labels

Information on labels attached to the Aftertreatment Device (ATD).

Heavy Device Handling Safety

Cautionary note on properly supporting heavy devices during installation or servicing.

Engine Components

DD13 Engine Components

Identifies major components of the DD13 engine with a diagram.

DD13 Component Views

Shows a different view of DD13 engine components with labels.

DD15 Engine Components

Identifies major components of the DD15 engine with a diagram.

DD15 Component Views

Shows a different view of DD15 engine components with labels.

Engine Operation

First Time Engine Operation

Procedures and precautions for starting a new or overhauled engine.

Engine Start Preparations

Steps for initial engine start, including fuel system priming and instrument checks.

Initial Engine Starting

Step-by-step guide for initial engine ignition and system checks.

Routine Engine Starting

Pre-start checks and procedures for routine engine starting.

Engine Starting Safety Warnings

Safety warnings related to engine exhaust and starting procedures.

Post-Start Checks and Leak Inspection

Actions to take immediately after starting the engine, including leak checks.

Vehicle Emergency Operation

Emergency Running Mode

How the DDEC system manages faults to allow limp mode operation.

Emergency Jump Starting

Procedures and precautions for jump starting a 12V DC system.

Stop Engine Override Option

Using the override feature to prevent engine shutdown in emergencies.

Detroit Diesel Electronic Controls System

DDEC System Overview

Introduction to the DDEC system and its role in powertrain management.

DDEC System Operation

How the DDEC system operates, including voltage requirements and fault indicators.

Check Engine Indicator

What the Check Engine Indicator signifies and recommended actions.

Stop Engine Indicator

Meaning of the Stop Engine Indicator and the need for immediate attention.

Stop Engine Override

How to use the override feature to prevent engine shutdown in emergencies.

Engine Power Reduction and Shutdown

Explanation of power reduction and automatic shutdown features.

DDEC Protection System

How the system monitors malfunctions and initiates power reduction or shutdown.

Engine Systems

Aftertreatment System

Explanation of the Global Aftertreatment System (GATS 2.0) and its components.

DEF System Anti-Tampering

How the DDEC system monitors for DEF system tampering and penalties.

Preventive Maintenance Intervals

Scheduled Maintenance Intervals

Importance of determining and completing maintenance schedules based on vehicle use.

Routine Preventive Maintenance

How to Procedures

Parked Regeneration Procedure

Step-by-step guide for performing a parked DPF regeneration.

How to Restart Engine Out of Fuel

Procedure for priming the fuel system after running out of fuel.

Engine Restart Procedure

Steps for restarting the engine after it has run out of fuel.

Engine Brake Control Levels

Explanation of Low, Medium, and High engine brake settings.

Engine Brake Activation Conditions

Conditions required for automatic engine brake operation.

Engine Brake Operation Guidelines

How to operate engine brakes for optimal engagement and performance.

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