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Perkins 1103 / 1104 — Engine Oil Cooler - Inspect

Maintenance · Lubrication System

For the Perkins 1103 / 1104, from the Perkins service manual.

Applies to: Perkins 1103, Perkins 1104, Perkins 1104 (1103 also covered) engine

Before you start

  • Hot oil and hot components can cause personal injury.
  • Personal injury can result from air pressure; wear a protective face shield and protective clothing.

Procedure

  1. Place a container under the oil cooler to collect draining oil or coolant.
  2. Remove the engine oil cooler.
  3. Thoroughly clean the flange face of the cover plate and the cylinder block (1104) or the outside of the cooler plates (1103).
  4. Inspect the cooling plates for cracks and dents; replace if cracks or dents exist.
  5. Clean the inside with clean water, dry with low pressure air, and flush with clean lubricating oil.
  6. Install the engine oil cooler and fill the cooling and oil systems to the correct level; operate and check for leaks.

Specs & values

  • Maximum air pressure at the nozzle must be less than 205 kPa (30 psi).

Full service-parts list: Perkins 1103 →, Perkins 1104 →

Source: Perkins 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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