SERIES 60 SERVICE MANUAL

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6SE483 9610 1996 DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION From Bulletin 5-60-98 13-29d
NOTE:
Water pump which exhibits a chemical build-up in the weep hole do not necessarily
require replacement. See Figure 13-3d. Some weeping is expected as a result of the
coolant lubrication of the seal surface.
Figure 13-3d Water Pump Showing Normal Mineral Deposits Caused By
Weeping
Replace water pump if oil is found coming from the weep hole on gear-driven
water pumps. The engine oil must then be tested for excess debris, and replaced
if not conforming to specifications.
The SCA inhalators and glycol concentration must be checked according to the
recommended maintenance schedule as described in the Detroit Diesel Service
Manual and Operators Guide for that specific engine or DDC Publication
7SE298.
13.8 DESCRIPTION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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13-30 From Bulletin 5-60-98 6SE483 9610 1996 DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION
13.8.4.4 Water Pump Leak Test Summary
Test water pump for leaks as follows:
1. Ensure weep hole is clear.
2. Run engine and look for coolant leaking from weep hole.
[a] Do not replace water pump due to chemical streaks.
[b] Replace the water pump if coolant is leaking or dripping.
3. Run engine and check for oil leaks from weep hole.
[a] If oil leak is observed, replace the water pump and conduct an oil analysis
per publication, 7SE390, then replace water pump as needed.
4. Test and reformulate the coolant to proper glycol and SCA concentrations per
the Service Manual Maintenance schedule as indicated in the engine operators
guide or DDC publication, 7SE298.
13.8.4.5 Test Procedure for DDEC Engines Equipped with Low Coolant
Level Sensor (CLS)
The following test procedure is for engine cooling systems that are equipped with a low coolant
sensor mounted in the top tank of the radiator. This sensor must be tested annually or every
100,000 miles (160,000 km), whichever comes first.
Do not remove the pressure control cap from the radiator or
attempt to drain the coolant until the engine has cooled.
Once the engine has cooled, use extreme caution when
removing the cap. The sudden release of pressure from a
heated cooling system can result in a loss of coolant and
possible personal injury (scalding, eye injury, etc.) from the
hot liquid.
1. Allow the engine to cool to ambient temperature.
2. Turn ignition switch on and verify no coolant level sensor codes.(DO NOT START
ENGINE.)
3. Reduce coolant level below CLS level.
4. Check stop engine light". It should illuminate within 10 seconds, indicating low coolant
level.
[a] If light illuminates, system is working properly.
[b] If light does not illuminate, refer to section 13.8.4.2.
5. Fill coolant to proper level. Refer to section 13.8.4.