Oil Pressure Regulator, Valve / Spring : Replacement

Preparatory Steps:  Clean debris. Using a 19 mm wrench, remove the plug and regulator valve. Clean and inspect the bore and regulator valve before assembly.   CAUTION:  In order to regulate the oil pressure, the valve must move freely in the bore  Install the regulator and spring.  Torque Value:  80 N•m [60 ft-lb]

Oil Level Check

Never operate the engine with the oil level below the “L” (Low) mark or above the “H” (High) mark. Wait at least 15 minutes after shutting off the engine to check the oil. This allows time for the oil to drain to the oil pan. NOTE The vehicle must be level when checking the oil…

Oil Cooler Element and Gasket : Replacement

Preparatory Steps: Drain the coolant. Remove the oil filter. Clean all debris from around the oil cooler.  Using a 16 mm wrench, remove the turbocharger oil supply line from the oil filter head. Using a 10 mm wrench, remove the oil cooler cover, element and gaskets. Clean the sealing surfaces.  Pressurize the element to 483 kPa…

Monitor ICP While Cranking

Purpose:To determine if the injection control system can supply enough injection control pressure to sustain starting. Recommended Procedure:Connect OBDII Scan Tool to the data link connector (DLC) under the dash. Access ICP PID on Scan tool menu nd monitor ICP reading while cranking the engine. Note: CMP signal is required before injection control pressure is allowed…

Lubrication System : Low Pressure

Lubrication System : Low Pressure

Power Stroke 7.3 Liter Diesel Engine Low Pressure Oil Flow High-pressure oil pump reservoir Cylinder block Anti-drain check ball cap O-ring seal Spring Check ball Valve lifter oil galleries Piston cooling oil jet Turbocharger oil return gallery Turbocharger oil supply gallery Pressure relief/regulator valve Oil filter bypass drain Main oil gallery Oil cooler Oil cooler…

Lubrication System : High Pressure

Lubrication System : High Pressure

Power Stroke 7.3 Liter Diesel Engine High Pressure Oil Flow Oil Pressure Sensor High-Pressure Oil Pump (HPOP) Cylinder Head High-Pressure Oil Feed Hoses High-Pressure Oil Rail Injector Oil Feed Galleries Fuel Injectors (8 Req’d) Oil Pressure Sensor Oil Pressure Regulator Engine Front Cover High-Pressure Oil Pump Reservoir  During initial start or cold start, the Power Stroke…

Lubricating System Repair

Lubricating System Repair Summary Components Tools Preparatory Steps Oil Pressure Regulator Valve and/or Spring Ratchet, 19 mm Socket and Torque Wrench Clean debris. Oil Cooler Element and/or Gaskets  16 mm Wrench, Ratchet, 10 mm Socket and Torque Wrench  Drain Coolant.  Remove the oil filter.  WARNING Used engine oil can be carcinogenic and cause reproductive toxicity….

Lubricating Oil and Filter Changing

WARNING Avoid prolonged and repeated skin contact with used engine oils. Such prolonged and repeated contact may cause skin disorders or other bodily injury.  —  Avoid excessive contact – wash thoroughly after contact.   —  Keep out of reach of children. PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT: Handling and disposal of used engine oil may be subject to…

KOEO Injector Electrical Self Test (Injector Buzz Test)

Key On Engine Off (KOEO) Injector Electrical Self Test is a functional test of the PCM performed on demand with the key on and the engine off. This test determines if the injector circuits and solenoids are electrically operating without fault. All injectors will first buzz (audible feedback of the injector solenoids energizing the injector…

Jacket-Water Aftercooler / Gasket – Replacement

Preparatory Steps: Disconnect the cold starting aid, if used. Remove the air crossover tube. Remove high pressure fuel lines. Drain 2 liters (2.1 U.S. Quarts) of coolant.   Using an 8 mm wrench, remove the coolant supply tube (1) and the coolant return tube (2).    Remove the high pressure fuel lines.   Using a 10 mm…

Intake Manifold Cover / Gasket : Replacement

Preparatory Steps:  Remove the high pressure fuel lines. Disconnect the cold starting aid, if used. Remove the air crossover tube (Industrial) With a 10 mm wrench, remove the manifold cover and gasket.   NOTE: Plug the opening of air intake with a clean shop rag to prevent foreign material from entering combustion chamber. Clean the sealing surface….