
Engine Storage - Short Term (14-09)
NOTE: This procedure describes the proper method to pre-
pare an engine for short term storage (1 to 6 months).
Operate the engine at ‘‘High Idle’’ speed until the coolant
temperature indicator reaches:
Temperature: 70°C [160°F]
Shut off the engine.
Remove the fuel lines to the engine fuel filter and the
injector return line.
NOTE: Use Daubert Chemical NoxRust No. 518 Preserva-
tive Oil, or equivalent. The oil must meet Military Specifi-
cation MIL-L-644 Type P-9.
Fill two containers, one with diesel fuel, the second with
preservative oil. Install both fuel lines in the container of
diesel fuel.
Start the engine.
After the engine is operating smoothly, transfer the fuel
supply line to the container of preservative oil. Operate
the engine until the preservative oil is coming out of the
injector return line.
Shut off the engine.
Install the fuel lines to the fuel filter and the injector return
line fitting.
Drain the lubricating oil pan, the oil filters, and the fuel
filter.
Install the drain plug in the oil pan.
Torque Value: 136 N•m [100 ft-lb]
NOTE: Place appropriate brightly colored tag on the engine,
stating that the engine oil has been drained.
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