The Iveco/FPT 4.5L is a 4.5 L 4-cylinder turbocharged/aftercooled engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 80 kW. It powers generator sets from Generac, including the SD060 and SD080. It holds 13.6 L (3.6 gal) of oil and 13.6 L (3.6 gal) of coolant.
Maintenance schedule
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|
| Fuel filter | 5 microns | | — | 100 hr | |
| Oil filter | 5 microns | | — | 100 hr | |
| Battery | 12 VDC | | — | 100 hr | |
| Belt | N/A | | — | 100 hr | |
| Coolant | 50/50 Ethylene glycol antifreeze | 13.6 L | — | 100 hr | |
| Oil | 12 VDC | 13.6 L | — | 100 hr | |
| Spark plug | N/A | | — | 100 hr | |
Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.
Procedures
6Testing Generator Under Load diagnostic
⚠ High voltage present at transfer switch and terminals
Tools: AC voltmeter, frequency meter, clamp-on amp meter
- Verify generator OFF and all loads off
- Turn off utility power supply to transfer switch
- Manually set transfer switch to STANDBY
- Press MANUAL to crank/start engine and allow warm-up
- Set generator MLCB to ON (CLOSED)
- Turn on circuit breakers/loads supplied by generator
- Connect AC voltmeter/frequency meter across E1,E2,E3 and verify voltage near rated value; verify not overloaded with clamp amp meter
- Run at full rated load 20-30 minutes, listening/inspecting for abnormal operation
- Turn off loads, set MLCB OFF, run at no-load 2-5 minutes, then press OFF
Installing the Battery installation
⚠ Batteries emit explosive gases; always connect positive battery cable first to avoid spark
- Loosen nylon strap on battery tray
- Install battery onto tray
- Secure nylon strap over top of battery and tighten
- Install positive battery cable (red) to positive (+) terminal
- Install negative battery cable (black) to negative (-) terminal
Checking Lubricating Oil Level and Drain Hose maintenance
⚠ Allow engine to cool before draining oil
Tools: clean lint-free cloth
- Wait at least 10 minutes after running for oil to drain into pan
- Remove oil dipstick and wipe dry
- Slowly insert dipstick, verify fully seated, wait 10 seconds
- Slowly remove dipstick and verify oil level at or near FULL mark
- Add oil as necessary, do not fill above FULL mark
- Install dipstick and fill cap
- Inspect oil drain hose for leaks, nicks, cuts, tears; replace as necessary
Clean/Gap/Replace Spark Plugs maintenance
⚠ Do not disconnect spark plug wires with engine running
Tools: spark plug socket wrench, wire feeler gauge, wire brush
- Remove negative battery cable
- Remove spark plug cables from terminals by grasping the boot
- Clean area around spark plugs and remove plugs with a spark plug socket
- Inspect threads; clean deposits with penetrating oil/thread chaser if needed
- Clean plugs with wire brush and solvent, or replace with new plugs
- Inspect/adjust gap with a wire feeler gauge by bending the ground electrode
- Finger tighten plugs then torque to spec with a spark plug socket
- Install spark plug cables and capture in cable clips
Draining and Flushing Coolant System maintenance
⚠ Allow engine to cool before draining coolant
⚠ Do not allow coolant to contact skin or eyes
Tools: two wrenches, funnel
- Disconnect and empty coolant overflow reservoir
- Remove plastic cover at top of enclosure and slowly unscrew radiator cap
- Open radiator drain screw and drain coolant into a container
- Close drain screw, install drain plug and hose
- Pour recommended coolant into filler neck until radiator is full
- Install radiator cap and run engine until thermostat opens
- Inspect coolant hoses for leaks
- Repeat drain/refill cycle a second time
- Add coolant to overflow reservoir and install enclosure cover
Replacing Lubricating Oil and Oil Filter maintenance
⚠ Allow engine to cool before draining oil
⚠ Used motor oil has been shown to cause skin cancer in laboratory animals
Tools: two wrenches
- Remove oil drain hose from holding clamp
- Hold hex on oil drain hose fitting, remove oil drain plug, drain oil into container
- Install oil drain plug and return hose to holding clamp
- Turn oil filter counterclockwise to remove from adapter
- Apply light coat of clean engine oil to new filter gasket
- Install filter by hand until gasket contacts adapter, then tighten an additional 3/4 to 1 full turn
- Fill engine with recommended oil quantity and type
- Run engine one minute and inspect for leaks
- Wait 10 minutes, check oil level and add oil as necessary
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Common questions
What is the oil capacity of the Iveco/FPT 4.5L?
The Iveco/FPT 4.5L engine has an oil capacity of 13.6 liters.
What is the displacement of the Iveco/FPT 4.5L?
The Iveco/FPT 4.5L has a displacement of 4.5 liters with 4 cylinders.
Which generators use the Iveco/FPT 4.5L engine?
The Iveco/FPT 4.5L powers 2 generator set(s), including Generac SD060, Generac SD080.
How often should you change the oil in the Iveco/FPT 4.5L?
The Iveco/FPT 4.5L oil change interval is every 100 hours.