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DD Platform EuroV Operators Manual

  • Chapter 1: Forward
    • 1.1: Introduction
    • 1.2: Non-Genuine and Rebuilt Component Quality Alert
    • 1.3: Personnel Requirements
    • 1.4: Engine Conversions and Modifications
  • Chapter 2: To the Operator
    • 2.1: To the Operator
  • Chapter 3: Caution Summary
    • 3.1: Caution Summary
  • Chapter 4: Engine Identification
    • 4.1: Engine Components - EuroV DD Platform
    • 4.2: Engine Model and Serial Number Designation
  • Chapter 5: Operating Instructions for Starting the Engine
    • 5.1: First Time Start Preparations
      • 5.1.1: System Checks
        • 5.1.1.1: Checking the Cooling System
        • 5.1.1.2: Lubrication System Checks
          • 5.1.1.2.1: Pre-Lubricating the Engine
          • 5.1.1.2.2: Checking and Monitoring the Oil Level
          • 5.1.1.2.3: After an Extended Storage
        • 5.1.1.3: Fuel System Checks
          • 5.1.1.3.1: Adding Fuel
          • 5.1.1.3.2: Priming the Fuel System
        • 5.1.1.4: Checking Other Engine and ATS Related Parts
      • 5.1.2: Starting the Engine for the First Time
      • 5.1.3: Starting the Engine
      • 5.1.4: Running the Engine
        • 5.1.4.1: Checking the Oil Pressure
        • 5.1.4.2: Warming Up the Engine
        • 5.1.4.3: Inspection During Idling
        • 5.1.4.4: Checking the Transmission
        • 5.1.4.5: Checking for Fluid Leaks
        • 5.1.4.6: Checking the Crankcase
        • 5.1.4.7: Checking the Turbocharger
        • 5.1.4.8: Checking the Axial Power Turbine
        • 5.1.4.9: Avoid Unnecessary Idling
      • 5.1.5: Stopping the Engine
      • 5.1.6: Emergency Jump Starting
      • 5.1.7: Routine Engine Start
        • 5.1.7.1: Routinely Starting the Engine
        • 5.1.7.2: Checking the Coolant Level (Cold Check)
        • 5.1.7.3: Checking the Coolant Level (Hot Check)
      • 5.1.8: Monitoring the Engine Operation
        • 5.1.8.1: Monitoring the Battery Charging System
        • 5.1.8.2: Monitoring the Oil Pressure
        • 5.1.8.3: Excessive Idling
      • 5.1.9: Changing the Idle Speed
      • 5.1.10: Shutting Down the Engine after High Load Operation
      • 5.1.11: Emergency Running Mode
      • 5.1.12: Stop Engine Override Option
        • 5.1.12.1: Momentary Override
      • 5.1.13: Cold Weather Operation
        • 5.1.13.1: Winter Fronts
  • Chapter 6: Detroit Diesel Electronic Controls (DDEC) System
    • 6.1: DDEC System
      • 6.1.1: Motor Control Module Description - EuroV
      • 6.1.2: Common Powertrain Controller
    • 6.2: Detroit Diesel Electronic Control System Operation
      • 6.2.1: Stop Engine Override Switch
      • 6.2.2: Immediate Speed Reduction
      • 6.2.3: Red Stop Lamp
      • 6.2.4: Diagnostic Tool
    • 6.3: Detroit Diesel Electronic Control System Features
      • 6.3.1: Data Recording Capability
      • 6.3.2: Engine Brake
      • 6.3.3: Engine Protection
      • 6.3.4: Idle Shutdown Timer
    • 6.4: Accelerating the Vehicle
    • 6.5: Cruise Control
    • 6.6: Engine Brake and Cruise Control
    • 6.7: DD Platform Shifting
    • 6.8: Idling
  • Chapter 7: Engine Brake System
    • 7.1: Engine Brake System
      • 7.1.1: Driver Control Switches
      • 7.1.2: Clutch Pedal and Throttle Position Controls
      • 7.1.3: Engine Brake Activation Conditions
      • 7.1.4: Engine Brake Operation
      • 7.1.5: Anti-Lock Braking Systems
      • 7.1.6: Operating on Flat, Dry Pavement
      • 7.1.7: Operating Down a Long, Steep Grade
      • 7.1.8: Operating on Wet or Slippery Pavement
  • Chapter 8: Engine Systems
    • 8.1: Engine Systems
  • Chapter 9: Aftertreatment System
    • 9.1: EuroV Aftertreatment System
    • 9.2: Diesel Exhaust Fluid Information
    • 9.3: Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank
    • 9.4: Aftertreatment Maintenance
  • Chapter 10: Instrument Panel Lamps
    • 10.1: Instrument Panel Lamps
  • Chapter 11: EPA10 Diesel Exhaust Fluid Level Warnings Lamps
    • 11.1: Diesel Exhaust Fluid Level Warning Lamps
  • Chapter 12: Preventive Maintenance Intervals
    • Preventive Maintenance Intervals
    • 12.1: EuroV Maintenance Tables - 93K222(CK-4) and 93K223(FA-4)
  • Chapter 13: Routine Preventive Maintenance
    • 13.1: Routine Preventive Maintenance
      • 13.1.1: Monitoring the Lubricating Oil
      • 13.1.2: Monitoring the Lubricating Oil Filter
      • 13.1.3: Monitoring the Cooling System
        • 13.1.3.1: Checking for Coolant Leaks
      • 13.1.4: Inspection of the Radiator
      • 13.1.5: Monitoring the Fuel Filters
        • 13.1.5.1: Monitoring the Two-Filter Fuel System Filters
      • 13.1.6: Adjusting the Valve Lash
      • 13.1.7: Monitoring the Belt Tensioner
      • 13.1.8: Poly-V-Belt Inspection
      • 13.1.9: Monitoring the Serpentine Belts
      • 13.1.10: Inspection of the Air Intake System
      • 13.1.11: Monitoring the Air Cleaner
      • 13.1.12: Monitoring the Exhaust System
      • 13.1.13: Inspection of the Air Compressor
      • 13.1.14: Monitoring the Fuel and Fuel Tank
      • 13.1.15: Inspection of Hoses and Fittings for Fuel Leaks
      • 13.1.16: Inspection of the Turbocharger and Charge Air Cooler
      • 13.1.17: Inspection of the Battery
      • 13.1.18: Steam Cleaning the Engine
      • 13.1.19: Inspection of the Battery-Charging Alternator
      • 13.1.20: Lubricating the Fan Hub
      • 13.1.21: Checking the Vibration Damper
  • Chapter 14: How-To Procedures
    • 14.1: How to Procedures
      • 14.1.1: How to Select Lubricating Oil
      • 14.1.2: Cold Weather Starting
      • 14.1.3: When to Change Oil
      • 14.1.4: How to Replace the Lubricating Oil and Oil Filter
      • 14.1.5: How to Select Diesel Fuel
        • 14.1.5.1: Fuel Contamination
        • 14.1.5.2: Biodiesel General Recommendations and Guidelines
        • 14.1.5.3: Prohibited Additives
      • 14.1.6: How to Replace the Fuel Filters
        • 14.1.6.1: Removal of the Fuel Prefilter - Two-Filter System
        • 14.1.6.2: Installation of the Fuel Prefilter - Two-Filter System
        • 14.1.6.3: Removal of the Water Coalescer/Final Filter - Two-Filter System
        • 14.1.6.4: Installation of the Coalescer/Final Filter - Two-Filter System
      • 14.1.7: Engine Out of Fuel – How to Restart
      • 14.1.8: How to Clean an Engine
      • 14.1.9: Cleaning/Flushing the Cooling System
      • 14.1.10: Coolant Selections and Maintenance
        • 14.1.10.1: Coolant Selections and Maintenance
      • 14.1.11: Coolant Fill Options
        • 14.1.11.1: Coolant Fill Options
      • 14.1.12: Coolant Do's and Don'ts
        • 14.1.12.1: Coolants for Detroit Engines
        • 14.1.12.2: Coolants NOT Permitted
        • 14.1.12.3: Non-Formulated Additives NOT Permitted
      • 14.1.13: Maintenance
        • 14.1.13.1: Topping Off Coolant
        • 14.1.13.2: Coolant Maintenance Intervals
        • 14.1.13.3: Silicated Organic Acid Technology (Si-OAT) Coolant Additive Maintenance Procedures
        • 14.1.13.4: Standard Life Coolant Additive Maintenance Procedures
          • 14.1.13.4.1: Coolant Test Procedure
          • 14.1.13.4.2: Supplemental Coolant Additives (SCA)
      • 14.1.14: Appendix A - Definitions
        • 14.1.14.1: Appendix A - Definitions
      • 14.1.15: Appendix B - General Coolant Information
        • 14.1.15.1: Appendix B - General Coolant Information
      • 14.1.16: Appendix C - Detroit™ Cooling System Maintenance Products
        • 14.1.16.1: Appendix C - Detroit Cooling System Maintenance Products
      • 14.1.17: Checking the Hoses
      • 14.1.18: How to Service the Dry Type Air Cleaner
  • Chapter 15: Customer Assistance
    • 15.1: Customer Assistance
      • 15.1.1: Availability of Detroit™ Service Outlets
  • Chapter 16: Specifications
    • 16.1: Detroit Genuine Coolant Engine Products
    • 16.2: Engine Oil Capacities - EuroV

Monitoring the Engine Operation

Monitoring Engine Operation - Ops

While the engine is operating, monitor the battery charge indicator light and the oil pressure. Excessive idling should be avoided.

In this section:

  1. Monitoring the Battery Charging System
    Monitoring the Battery Charging System - Ops
  2. Monitoring the Oil Pressure
    Monitoring the Oil Pressure - Ops
  3. Excessive Idling
    Excessive Idling - Ops
Parent topic: First Time Start Preparations

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