Perkins 1103 / 1104 — Lifting the Engine
Operation
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
- Hydraulic lock can severely damage the engine.
Procedure
- Do not tilt the engine to an extreme angle unless the lubricating oil is first drained from the oil pan.
- Do not turn the engine onto a side or an end surface unless the lubricating oil is first drained from the oil pan.
- If oil is not drained, oil can flow into the intake manifold and cylinder bores, causing hydraulic lock.
- Refill engine oil to the correct level before the engine is started.
Specs & values
- Drain lubricating oil from the oil pan before tilting or turning the engine.
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.