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Lombardini — Injection check

Adjustments · Injection timing

From a Lombardini service manual covering: 25LD330-2, 25LD425-2, KD 425-2. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Procedure

  1. Connect fuel tank to injection pumps.
  2. Set speed control lever to Max and piston to start of compression (cylinder 1).
  3. Bring injection pump connection rod to mid-way between min and max.
  4. Fit special tool p.n. 00365R0940 to delivery valve holder.
  5. Turn flywheel slowly until diesel column in tool starts to move.
  6. Check reference mark on flange bell matches intermediate point between TDC and IP.
  7. If advanced or retarded, add or remove shims between pump and crankcase.

Tools required

  • Special tool 00365R0940 Amazon

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Specs & values

  • Every 0.1 mm shim corresponds to 2.75 mm rotation of flywheel

Source: Lombardini 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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