Perkins 1106C-70TA / 1106D-70TA — Changing to Perkins ELC
Maintenance · Cooling system
For the Perkins 1106C-70TA / 1106D-70TA, from the Perkins owner's manual.
Applies to: Perkins 1106C-70TA, Perkins 1106D-70TA
Before you start
- Incorrect or incomplete flushing of cooling system can result in damage to copper and other metal components.
Procedure
- Drain coolant into suitable container.
- Dispose of coolant according to local regulations.
- Flush system with clean water to remove any debris.
- Use Perkins cleaner to clean system. Follow instruction on label.
- Drain cleaner into suitable container. Flush cooling system with clean water.
- Fill cooling system with clean water and operate engine until warmed to 49° to 66°C.
- Drain cooling system into suitable container and flush cooling system with clean water.
- Repeat steps 6 and 7 until system is completely clean.
- Fill cooling system with Perkins Premixed ELC.
Tools required
- suitable container Amazon
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Specs & values
- Flush temperature 49 to 66 °C
Full service-parts list: Perkins 1106C-70TA →, Perkins 1106D-70TA →
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.