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Detroit Diesel — Injection Nozzle Installation

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From a Detroit Diesel service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

Before you start

  • Make sure old nozzle gasket is not left in bore.

Procedure

  1. Thoroughly clean nozzle bore in cylinder head before reinserting nozzle holder assembly.
  2. Install nozzle assemblies with correct thickness copper gasket, held in place with a dab of grease, into its bore.
  3. Tighten the nozzle crab bolts to 19 lb-ft (25 N-m).
  4. Reconnect the fuel supply and return lines to the nozzles and tighten fittings to specified torques.
  5. Operate engine and check for fuel or combustion gas leakage.

Specs & values

  • 19 lb-ft (25 N-m)

Source: Detroit Diesel service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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