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Perkins 1506 — Engine Air Cleaner Element (Single Element) - Inspect/Replace

Maintenance

For the Perkins 1506, from the Perkins owner's manual.

Applies to: Perkins 1506A engine, Perkins 1506C engine, Perkins 1506D engine

Before you start

  • Never run the engine without an air cleaner element installed.
  • Never service the air cleaner element with the engine running.

Procedure

  1. Remove the six clips (2) and remove the cover (3).
  2. Remove element (5) and discard old element.
  3. Ensure cover (3), cap (1) and valve (4) are clean and free from dirt.
  4. Install new element (5), install cover (3) and install clips (2); ensure valve (4) is vertically down.
  5. If necessary, reset the air cleaner service indicator.

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.

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