Maintenance work on the carrier
7.3 Engine
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GMK5200-1
09.03.2018
7.3.3 Installing the drain valve
You can replace the drain plug on the oil pan with a valve.
This makes it easier to check the draining oil during subsequent oil changes.
Spare parts and
tools
– Drain channel.
– Torque wrench for torque of 80 Nm (59 lbf ft).
Prerequisites – The truck crane must be level.
– The engine must be switched off and secured against unauthorised use;
à p. 2 - 3.
Installing the
valve
• Check the thread size (M 20 or M 26).
• Use a drain channel when draining the oil.
• Drain the engine oil as described in the
Engine manufacturer's documentation.
• Fit a new gasket and tighten the valve (1).
• Check the valve for leaks after filling the oil.
For the next oil change, you can drain the oil as done for the hydraulic tank;
à Handling the valves, p. 7 - 112.
Designation Quantity GROVE part no.
Valve M 20 x 1.5 1 03041579
Gasket 20 x 24 Cu DIN 7603 1 00117139
or:
Valve M 26 x 1.5
1 03046878
Gasket 26 x 31 Cu DIN 7603 1 00117147
M 20 Torque of 60 Nm (44.25 lbf ft)
M 26 Torque of 80 Nm (59.00 lbf ft)