A Series Diesel Engine Base Engine Components 156
Oil Pan
A front sump, rear sump or center sump pan options
may be used depending on the application.
The mounting of the oil pick up tube will vary with the
pan used.
Rear Crankshaft Seal
The rear crankshaft seal is mounted in a housing that
bolts to the rear of the block.
Double lipped Telflon seals are used. The sealing
surface on the crankshaft must be cleaned and free of
oil during installation of the seal.
Diagnosing Base Engine Component
Malfunctions
Valve Train and Head Assembly
The sound emitted from the overhead can indicate a
valve train problem. Loose rocker levers will chatter. A
squeaking noise can mean lack of lubrication for
adjusting screw and the push rod socket.
Caution : If the end of the individual support
pedestals is removed during inspection or
repair, all head bolts must be retightened
according to the head bolt torque
sequence.