Perkins 404D-15 Service Manual

Operation and
Maintenance
Manual
400A and 400D Industrial Engines
GG (Engine)
GH (Engine)
GJ (Engine)
GK (Engine)
GL (Engine)
GM (Engine)
GN (Engine)
GP (Engine)
GQ (Engine)
GS (Engine)
GT (Engine)
GU (Engine)
GV (Engine)
SEBU8311-09 (en-us)
June 2020

Perkins 404D-15 Specifications

General

Engine Model	404D-15
Fuel System	Direct injection
Aspiration	Naturally aspirated
Displacement	1.5 L
Cooling System	Liquid
Bore	84 mm

Summary

Important Safety Information

Foreword

California Proposition 65 Warning

Details warnings about chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm.

Safety Section

Safety Messages

Provides information on understanding and following all warning signs on the engine.

General Hazard Information

Fire Prevention and Explosion Prevention

Product Information Section

Model Views

Illustrations showing typical features of the 400 series engines.

Engine Description

Engine Specifications

Product Identification Information

Reference Numbers

Information needed to order parts, including engine model and serial number.

Operation Section

Lifting and Storage

Procedures for safely lifting and storing the engine.

Gauges and Indicators

Starting the Engine

Engine Operation

Cold Weather Operation

Maintenance Section

Refill Capacities

Table of fluid capacities for engine oil, coolant, and other systems.

Fluid Recommendations (Fuel Specification)

Diesel Fuel Requirements

Diesel Fuel Characteristics

Cetane Number

Explanation of the importance of cetane number for diesel fuel performance.

Sulfur

Lubricity

Fluid Recommendations (Coolant Specifications)

General Coolant Information

General information and precautions regarding engine coolant.

Coolant Specifications

Perkins ELC

Information on Perkins Extended Life Coolant (ELC) and its applications.

General Lubricant Information

API Oils

Explanation of API oil classifications and their relevance to diesel engines.

Lubricant Viscosity Recommendations for Direct Injection (DI) Diesel Engines

Lubricants for Cold Weather

Oil analysis

Maintenance Recommendations

System Pressure Release

Procedures for safely releasing pressure in the coolant, fuel, and oil systems.

Welding on Engines with Electronic Controls

Maintenance Interval Schedule

Aftercooler Core - Clean/Test (Air-To-Air Aftercooler)

Alternator and Fan Belts - Inspect/Adjust

Alternator and Fan Belts - Replace

Battery - Replace

Cooling System Coolant (Commercial Heavy-Duty) - Change

Cooling System Coolant (ELC) - Change

Cooling System Coolant Level - Check

Cooling System Supplemental Coolant Additive (SCA) - Test/Add

Cooling System Water Temperature Regulator - Replace

Engine Air Cleaner Element - Replace

Engine Air Cleaner Service Indicator - Inspect

Engine Crankcase Breather - Replace

Engine Oil and Filter - Change

Engine Valve Lash - Inspect/Adjust

Fuel Injector - Test/Change

Fuel System - Prime

Fuel System Filter - Replace

Fuel System Primary Filter - Replace

Fuel System Primary Filter/Water Separator - Drain

Fuel Tank Water and Sediment - Drain

Radiator - Clean

Severe Service Application - Check

Walk-Around Inspection

Water Pump - Inspect

Warranty Section

Emissions Warranty Information

Details about potential emissions warranty coverage for the engine.