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Engine Oil Pump - Inspect
A failed engine oil pump may result in a seizure of the
crankshaft. A failed engine oil pump may result in
contaminating the engine lubricating system.
Visually inspect the oil pump for leaks or damage. If
abnormal noise is observed in the oil pump area with
the engine running, there may be a problem with the
engine oil pump.
Check oil pressure using an Electronic Service Tool
(EST) to determine if the oil pump is failing. For more
information consult your Perkins distributor.
Remove the engine oil pump and disassemble the
engine oil pump. Replace any components that are
worn or damaged. Alternatively, replace the engine
oil pump. For more information consult your Perkins
distributor.
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Engine Oil Sample - Obtain
The condition of the engine lubricating oil should be
checked at regular intervals as part of the preventive
maintenance program.
Initiating an Oil analysis Program
Initial Oil Sample
An initial Oil analysis will show higher levels of iron
and copper than acceptable parameters. As the
engine continues to operate, the levels will drop
within the specified parameters.
Subsequent Oil Samples
A trend can be established by analyzing the results of
the oil sampling. Each individual operator can
develop a service program for the engine.
Note: Perkins Engines Stafford must agree to the
maintenance schedule.
Obtain the Sample and the
Analysis
Hot oil and hot components can cause personal
injury. Do not allow hot oil or hot components to
contact the skin.
The oil sample must be taken from the mean level in
the engine oil pan. Do not take an oil sample from the
drain plug.
To help obtain the most accurate analysis, record the
following information before an oil sample is taken:
• The date of the sample
• Engine model
• Engine number
• Service hours on the engine
• The number of hours that have accumulated since
the last oil change
• The amount of oil that has been added since the
last oil change
Ensure that the container for the sample is clean and
dry. Also ensure that the container for the sample is
clearly labeled.
To ensure that the sample is representative of the oil
in the crankcase, obtain a warm, well-mixed oil
sample.
To avoid contamination of the oil samples, the tools
and the supplies that are used for obtaining oil
samples must be clean.
The sample can be checked for the following: the
quality of the oil, the existence of any coolant in the
oil, the existence of any ferrous metal particles in the
oil and the existence of any nonferrous metal
particles in the oil.
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Engine Oil and Filter - Change
Hot oil and hot components can cause personal
injury. Do not allow hot oil or hot components to
contact the skin.
NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are con-
tained during performance of inspection, mainte-
nance, testing, adjusting and repair of the product.
Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable contain-
ers before opening any compartment or disassem-
bling any component containing fluids.
Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations
and mandates.
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Maintenance Section
Engine Oil Pump - Inspect
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