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Perkins 1106 — Fuel Injection Timing - Check

Adjustments · fuel injection pump

For the Perkins 1106, from the Perkins service manual.

Applies to: Perkins 1106

Procedure

  1. Set No. 1 piston at top center compression stroke.
  2. Remove No. 2 fuel injection nozzle.
  3. Ensure seat washer for nozzle is removed.
  4. Check bore and seat of fuel injection nozzle.
  5. Align alignment pin of main body to slot in nozzle hole.
  6. Place main body into nozzle hole and install gland nut.
  7. Apply clean engine oil to probe.
  8. Insert probe into main body; lower onto piston crown.
  9. Rotate crankshaft clockwise until machined face of probe aligns with top of main body.
  10. No. 1 piston is at four degrees after top center compression stroke.
  11. Remove probe, gland nut, and main body.
  12. Replace fuel injection nozzle.

Tools required

  • 27610032 Timing Pin (Bosch) Amazon
  • 27610218 Tool (piston displacement) Amazon

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Specs & values

  • Fuel injection pump timed at 4 degrees after top center

Full service-parts list: Perkins 1106 →

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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