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Perkins — Lubricating Oil Filter Canister Replacement

A Perkins service procedure — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Before you start

  • Discard the used lubricating oil filters in a safe place and in accordance with local regulations.
  • Only genuine Perkins parts must be used. The use of a non-genuine canister may damage the engine and void warranty.
  • All three oil filters must be changed as a set.

Procedure

  1. Put a suitable container below the lubricating oil filter.
  2. Remove the filter canister (A3) with a suitable strap wrench. Discard the canister.
  3. Clean the filter head (A1).
  4. Lubricate the top of the canister seal (A2) with clean engine lubricating oil.
  5. Fit the new canister and tighten it by hand only. Do not use a strap wrench.
  6. Remove the container and discard the old lubricating oil.
  7. With the starter motor disengaged, check the oil level on the dipstick and add more oil into the sump if necessary.
  8. Run the engine off load and check for oil leaks from the oil system.

Tools required

  • strap wrench

Specs & torque values

  • Oil filter canister capacity: approximately 5 litres (1 gal)
  • Three oil filters must be changed as a set

Source: manual:4006-23 series_TPCD1508-000-en.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.