MAINTENANCE 10
AXH1157-UK (ENG) L3500 L4700 F7000 [FPT S3A] 107
10.8.2 - Engine oil: Check and filling
up
Figure: 150727-1
• Check the level with the vehicle on level ground
and the engine turned off. Wait at least 5 minutes
to allow the oil to settle into the sump.
• Pull out the dipstick "1" (fig. 150727-1), clean it
and insert it back fully down.
• Pull out again the dipstick "1" and check that the
oil level is between the "MIN" and "MAX" mark.
• Put back the dipstick and insert it fully down.
• If necessary, add oil from the cap on the engine
“2”.
For the amount and type of oil, refer to the engine
manual.
WARNING
Do not fill beyond the "MAX" mark; if the
amount is excessive, oil burns with
production of smoke and there is a
possible damage to the exhaust gas
treatment systems.
Never operate the engine with the oil level below
the "MIN" mark.
10.9 - Air filter: Cleaning and
replacement
ATTENTION
The inspection, cleaning and replacement must
be carried out with the vehicle in the
maintenance position.
Figure: 151061-1
An air filter (fig. 151061-1) in bad conditions results in
the reduction of power, excessive fuel consumption
and reduced engine life.
151061-2
A clogged filter is signaled by the indicator light
(fig.151061-2) located on the instrument panel of the
vehicle; after the clogging indication it is possible to
continue operating for a period not longer than 10
hours. The maintenance must however be performed
at the frequency required.
WARNING
When the clogging is indicated, it is possible to
continue working for not more than one hour.
It is recommended to:
• Clean the filters only when the indicator light
indicates clogging or at the frequency required.
Unnecessary and too frequent cleaning exposes
the elements to damage by handling that can
allow dust and dirt to pass through the filtering
stage and cause engine damage.
• In case the filter elements are in contact with
liquids of any kind they must be replaced.
• Periodically check the intake sleeves, replace
them immediately in case they are damaged or
deteriorated.
• Periodically check the tightness of the bolts and
clamps. Air must not be allowed to get into the
engine circulation without having first gone
through the filter.
For the complete efficiency of the filter it is
recommended to operate with the filter complete
with all its parts and components, assembled in the
correct way.
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