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Where is the oil pressure sensor on a 60 series Detroit?

Where is the oil pressure sensor on a 60 series Detroit?

The Oil Pressure Sensor (OPS) is installed into the main engine oil gallery. A typical location is the left rear corner of the cylinder block.

How much boost can a 12.7 Detroit handle?

The turbo boost leak tester tests the complete intake system with your engine off. You can apply maximum boost pressure of 15 psi and listen for any air leaks.

When did the 14L Detroit come out?

2001
It was in production until 2007, when it was completely replaced by the 14L, which came onto the scene in 2001. According to some, the 12.7L is the most popular version of the Series 60, but the 14L is very popular as well.

What kind of coolant should I use on my Detroit Diesel engine?

Glycol-based coolants formulated for heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC) should not be used in Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines. These coolants generally contain high levels of phosphates, that can deposit on hot internal engine surfaces and reduce heat transfer.‪ SCAs provide protection for the cooling system components.

What causes coolant Dropout on Detroit Diesel engine?

Detroit Diesel Maintenance products are recommended for use in Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines.‪ Excessive amounts of chemicals in the engine coolant can cause a gel-type or crystalline deposit that reduces heat transfer and coolant flow. The deposit, called dropout takes the color of the coolant when wet, but appears as a white powder when dry.

What causes a Detroit Diesel Series 60 to overheat?

This can indicate a coolant leak. If there is such a leak, you might also notice lower coolant levels in your engine, but things otherwise appear normal. This can lead to an overheated engine. Operators often find that they experience issues with their EGR system on their 14L Series 60 in particular.

Are there any Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines?

This in-line, 4-cycle, 6-cylinder diesel engine uses the innovative DDEC electronic fuel control system to provide engine management reports, answering the high demand for a fuel-efficient heavy-duty engine. The Detroit Diesel Series 60 is offered in three versions: 11.1L (discontinued in 1998), 12.7L (discontinued in 2007), and 14.0L.

Glycol-based coolants formulated for heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC) should not be used in Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines. These coolants generally contain high levels of phosphates, that can deposit on hot internal engine surfaces and reduce heat transfer.‪ SCAs provide protection for the cooling system components.

Detroit Diesel Maintenance products are recommended for use in Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines.‪ Excessive amounts of chemicals in the engine coolant can cause a gel-type or crystalline deposit that reduces heat transfer and coolant flow. The deposit, called dropout takes the color of the coolant when wet, but appears as a white powder when dry.

This can indicate a coolant leak. If there is such a leak, you might also notice lower coolant levels in your engine, but things otherwise appear normal. This can lead to an overheated engine. Operators often find that they experience issues with their EGR system on their 14L Series 60 in particular.

This in-line, 4-cycle, 6-cylinder diesel engine uses the innovative DDEC electronic fuel control system to provide engine management reports, answering the high demand for a fuel-efficient heavy-duty engine. The Detroit Diesel Series 60 is offered in three versions: 11.1L (discontinued in 1998), 12.7L (discontinued in 2007), and 14.0L.

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