Paccar PX-8 Engine Operators Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

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Paccar PX-8 Engine Operators Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

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Paccar PX-8 Engine Operators Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

Language : English
Pages : 94
Downloadable : Yes
File Type : PDF

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TABLE OF CONTENTS:

Paccar PX-8 Engine Operators Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

Foreword5
Introduction9
Safety Signals9
WARNING 9
CAUTION 9
NOTE 10
Illustrations10
General Information10
General Safety Instructions11
Important Safety Notice11
Acronyms and Abbreviations 14
General Information14
Engine Identification17
Engine Dataplate 17
PACCAR Engine Nomenclature 18
Operating Instructions 19
General Information19
Normal Starting Procedure21
Starting 21
Cold Weather Starting25
General Information25
Using Starting Aids26
Starting Procedure After Extended Shutdown or Oil Change 26
General Information26
Operating the Engine 26
Normal 26
Engine Overheating 27
Cold Weather 30
Coolant Recommentations and Specifications 30
Lubricating Recommentations and Specifications 31
Diesel Fuel Recommendations31
Engine Indicator Lamps 31
General Information31
Wait to Start Lamp 31
Check Engine Lamp32
Stop Engine Lamp 32
Engine Operating Range 33
General Information33
Engine Braking System34
Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT) Brake System General Information 34
Compression Brake System 37
Tips for Operation on Level and Dry Pavement 42
Tips for Operation on Grades with Dry Pavement 43
Tips for Operation on Slick Roads46
Engine Shutdown48
General Information48
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) 48
General Information48
System EMI Susceptibility48
System EMI Radiation Levels48
Maintenance Guidelines 51
Overview 51
General Information51
Maintenance Schedule 51
General Information51
Oil Drain Intervals55
Maintenance Record Form57
Service Literature 59
Additional Service Literature59
General Information59
Maintenance Specifications 61
General Engine Specifications61
Lubricating Oil System 62
Cooling System 63
Filter Specifications64
General Information64
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Recommendations and Specifications65
General Information65
Fuel Recommendations and Specifications65
Fuel Recommendations 65
Lubricating Oil Recommendations and Specifications 68
General Information68
New Engine Break-In Oils 71
Aftermarket Oil Additive Usage 72
Coolant Recommendations and Specifications 72
Fully Formulated Coolant/Antifreeze72
Checking Coolant Condition 74
Recommended Extended Life Coolant Suppliers75
Cooling System Sealing Additives 76
Cooling System Soluble Oils77
WARRANTY 79
PACCAR PX-8 Engine United States and Canada Coverage 79
Products Warranted 79
Base Engine Warranty 79
PACCAR Responsibilities79
Owner Responsibilities 80
Limitations80
United States and Canada Fire Apparatus Truck Applications Coverage82
Products Warranted 82
Base Engine Warranty 82
PACCAR Responsibilities82
Owner Responsibilities 82
Limitations83
Emission Warranty85
Products Warranted 85
Coverage 85
Replacement Parts85
Limitations85
California Emission Control System Warranty, On-Highway87
Your Warranty Rights and Obligations 87
Manufacturer’s Warranty Coverage 87
Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities87
California Emissions Components Statement for the PX-8 Engine (2010) Emission Engine Coverage88
Replacement Parts90
PACCAR Responsibilities90
Emergency Repairs90
Warranty Limitations 91

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Paccar PX-8 Engine Operators Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

FOREWORD:

• This manual contains information for the correct operation and maintenance of your PACCAR engine. Read and follow all safety instructions.
• Refer to the WARNING in the “General Safety Instructions” on page 5. Keep this manual with the vehicle. If the vehicle is traded or sold, give the manual to the new owner.
• The information, specifications, and recommended maintenance guidelines in this manual are based on information in effect at the time of printing. PACCAR Inc reserves the right to make changes at any time without obligation.
• If you find differences between your engine and the information in this manual, contact your local PACCAR Authorized Repair Location or write to PACCAR Inc c/o Medium Duty Engines, PO Box 1518, Bellevue, WA 98009.
• The latest technology and the highest quality components were used to produce this engine. When replacement parts are needed, we recommend using only genuine parts from PACCAR.

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