Perkins 1106C-70TA / 1106D-70TA — Hoses and Clamps - Inspect/Replace
Maintenance
For the Perkins 1106C-70TA / 1106D-70TA, from the Perkins owner's manual.
Applies to: Perkins 1106C-70TA, Perkins 1106D-70TA
Before you start
- Contact with high pressure fuel may cause fluid penetration and burn hazards.
Procedure
- Inspect all hoses for leaks caused by cracking, softness, loose clamps.
- Replace hoses that are cracked or soft. Tighten loose clamps.
- Check for damaged end fittings, chafed or cut outer covering, exposed reinforcement wire, ballooning, kinked or crushed hose, embedded armoring.
- Replace hoses and clamps as needed.
- Stop engine and allow to cool. Loosen cooling system filler cap slowly to relieve pressure. Remove cap.
- Drain coolant to a level below the hose being replaced.
- Remove hose clamps. Disconnect old hose. Replace with new hose.
- Install hose clamps with a torque wrench.
- Refill cooling system. Refer to OEM information for further information.
- Clean filler cap. Inspect cap seals. Replace if damaged. Install cooling system filler cap.
- Start engine. Inspect cooling system for leaks.
Tools required
- torque wrench Amazon
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
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.