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General| Engine Type | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Oil Capacity | Varies by model |
| Dry Weight | Varies by model |
| Cooling System | Liquid-cooled |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged |
| Emission Standards | Tier 4 Final |
| Number of Cylinders | 4, 6 |
Provides an overview of the Perkins 3012 heavy-duty diesel engine and its features.
Explains how to identify your engine using serial and model numbers for service.
Lists global Perkins company locations and contact details for support.
Essential safety guidelines for engine operation and maintenance to prevent injury.
Brief introduction to engine component identification.
Visual guide to identifying key engine components from front/left and rear/right views.
Steps required before starting a new or recently overhauled engine.
Detailed steps for starting the engine, including normal and low temperature conditions.
Key precautions to ensure safe and efficient engine operation.
Recommended methods for safely shutting down the engine.
Guide to checking and adjusting fuel injection pump timing.
Procedures for fuel injector fault diagnosis, removal, fitting, and correction.
Steps to remove air from the low and high pressure fuel systems.
Instructions for checking and adjusting valve tappet clearances.
Defines maintenance intervals for normal and intermittent engine use.
Procedures for checking engine coolant and lubricating oil levels.
Guidance on maintaining air filters and their restriction indicators.
Instructions for draining and cleaning the primary fuel filter.
Procedures for checking and replacing fan and alternator drive belts.
Methods for testing coolant specific gravity and pH levels.
Steps for changing engine oil and replacing oil filter canisters.
Instructions for renewing main fuel filter canisters.
Requirements for diesel fuel quality for highway and off-highway use.
Approved coolant mixtures, additives, and water quality standards.
Viscosity and performance specifications for recommended engine oils.
A table listing common engine problems and their potential causes.
Detailed list of coded causes for engine malfunctions.
Guidelines for preparing and storing engines for short and long durations.
List of recommended products for engine preservation.
Overview of obtaining parts and professional service from distributors.
Information on accessing workshop manuals, publications, and training courses.
Details on how service procedures are updated and communicated.
Technical specifications and data for the 3012 diesel engine.
