SERIES 60 ENGINE OPERATOR'S GUIDE
Figure 12
Engine Oil Consumption Guidelines
NOTICE:
If the oil level is constantly above
normal and excess oil has not been
added to the crankcase, consult
with an authorized Detroit Diesel
service outlet for the cause. Fuel or
coolant dilution of lubricating oil can
result in serious engine damage.
Before adding lubricating oil,
refer to How to Select Lubricating
Oil in this guide. Change lubricating
oil and filters at the intervals
listed in Table 16 when using fuel
with a sulfur content of less than 0.05
mass percent. When using fuel with a
higher sulfur content, refer to When to
Change Oil in this guide.
Service Application
Lube Oil and Filter Change Interval*
Highway Truck & Motor Coach
15,000 Miles (24,000 Kilometers)
City Transit Coach
6,000 Miles (9,600 Kilometers)
Fire Fighting, Crash/Rescue, &
Emergency Vehicles
6,000 Miles (9,600 Kilometers), 300
Hours or 1 Year, whichever comes first
Construction, Industrial & Agricultural
250 Hours or 1 Year, whichever comes
first
Stationary Generator – Prime Power
or Continuous
300 Hours or 3 Months, whichever
comes first
Stationary Generator – Standby
150 Hours or 1 Year, whichever comes
first
* Change both full-flow filters when lube oil is changed.
Table 16
Recommended Engine Oil Drain and Filter Change
Intervals (Diesel Fuel Sulfur Content Less Than
0.05 Mass %)
All information subject to change without notice. (Rev. 01/04)
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