Perkins 1106 — Engine Oil and Filter - Change
Maintenance · Lubrication system
For the Perkins 1106, from the Perkins owner's manual.
Applies to: Perkins 1106
Before you start
- Do not drain the engine lubricating oil when the engine is cold.
- Hot oil and hot components can cause personal injury.
Parts for this job
Part numbers from the service-parts list for Perkins 1106. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.
Procedure
- Run the engine to normal operating temperature, then stop the engine.
- Drain the oil from the oil pan using the drain valve or drain plug.
- Clean and install the oil drain plugs. Tighten to 34 N·m (25 lb ft).
- Remove the oil filter with a suitable tool.
- Clean the sealing surface of the oil filter head.
- Apply clean engine oil to the O ring seal of the new oil filter.
- Install the oil filter. Tighten to 12 N·m (8.8 lb ft). Do not overtighten.
- Fill the oil pan with the correct amount of new engine lubricating oil.
- Start the engine and run at low idle for two minutes; inspect the oil filter for leaks.
- Stop the engine and allow oil to drain back for a minimum of ten minutes; check the oil level.
Tools required
- Suitable tool for oil filter Amazon
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Specs & values
- Oil drain plug torque 34 N·m (25 lb ft)
- Oil filter torque 12 N·m (8.8 lb ft)
Full service-parts list: Perkins 1106 →
Source: Perkins owner's 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.