Detroit Diesel — Service the Light-Duty Oil Bath Air Cleaner
Maintenance
From a Detroit Diesel service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Procedure
- Loosen the wing bolt and remove the air cleaner assembly from the air inlet housing.
- Soak the body assembly and element in fuel oil; flush with clean fuel oil and drain.
- Pour out the oil, separate the inner cup or baffle, remove sludge and wipe clean.
- Push a lint-free cloth through the center tube to remove dirt or oil.
- Clean and check all gaskets and sealing surfaces for air tight seals.
- Refill the oil cup to the oil level mark only, install the baffle and reassemble.
- Check the air inlet housing before installing the air cleaner assembly.
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.