Fitzgerald Series 60 Engine Owners Manual
The Series 60 Engine is a powerful and efficient engine that is designed for heavy-duty applications. It features a variety of advanced technologies, including electronic control, cruise control, and Jake Brake retarders. It's easy to use and can be found in many different vehicles, including trucks, buses, and construction equipment.
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DETROIT DIESEL
SERIES 60 ENGINE
OWNERS MANUAL
CONTACT
FITZGERALD GLIDER KITS
1225 Livingston Hwy
Byrdstown, TN 38549
Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm (CST)
Toll Free: (888) 649-1053
Sales: (931) 864-4885
Warranty: (931) 864-4886
FAX: (931) 864-4895 www.fitzgeraldgliderkits.com
ENGINE MODEL AND
SERIAL NUMBER
DESIGNATION
The engine serial number and model number are stamped on the cylinder block in the following location (as viewed from the flywheel end):
Left side just below the intake manifold and above the cast-in
Detroit Diesel logo.
Location of Engine Serial and Model Numbers
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DDEC II
NOTICE:
Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines equipped with DDEC II electronic control systems are identified by a “U” in the sixth position of the model number. Example: 6067GU60.
Detroit Diesel Electronic Controlled Series
60 engines can be equipped with a variety of options designed to warn the operator of an engine malfunction. The options can range from “Check Engine” and “Stop Engine” panel lights to automatic reduction in engine power followed by automatic engine shutdown.
The power-down/shutdown option may be activated by low coolant level, low oil pressure, or high engine oil or coolant temperature.
DDEC III/IV
Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines equipped with
DDEC III or DDEC IV electronic control systems are identified by a “K” in the sixth position of the model number. Example: 6067GK60.
Detroit Diesel Electronic Controlled Series
60 engines can be equipped with a variety of options designed to warn the operator of an engine malfunction. The options can range from “Check Engine” and “Stop Engine” panel lights to automatic reduction in engine power followed by automatic engine shutdown.
The power-down/shutdown option may be activated by low coolant level, low oil pressure, or high engine oil or coolant temperature.
If the warning lights stay on, or if they do not come on momentarily after turning on the ignition, consult with a
DDEC technician. Operating the engine under these circumstances may result in engine damage.
The Series 60 DDEC engine is equipped with an electronically controlled fuel
injection system. There are no control racks or mechanical linkage to adjust. This system not only helps to improve fuel economy and vehicle performance, but also helps to reduce cold starting time and increase initial idle speed for fast engine warm-up and virtual elimination of cold smoke.
The DDEC engine has no mechanical
governor. Engine horsepower, torque, idle, and engine speed are contained in the internal electronics. Therefore, there are no mechanical governor spring adjustments for idle and high speed control.
There is no need for a throttle delay either, since emission control is performed through the Electronic Control Module (ECM).
The Electronic Foot Pedal Assembly (EFPA), eliminates the need for any throttle linkage.
The DDEC engine has the ability to perform diagnostics for self-checks and continuous monitoring of other system
components. Depending on the application,
DDEC can also monitor oil temperature, coolant temperature, oil pressure, fuel pressure, coolant level, and remote sensors
(if used). This diagnostic system is connected to the “Check Engine” light (CEL) and the
“Stop Engine” light (SEL) to provide a visual warning of a system malfunction.
Typical Shut-Down Override Switch and
Engine Lights
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DDEC III/IV ENGINE
PROTECTION
Since many vehicles are equipped with the
DDEC engine protection system, the “Stop
Engine” malfunction is recorded in the
Electronic Control Module. With the 30 second shutdown option, the engine will begin a 30 second stepped power down sequence until it shuts down completely.
To allow for the possibility of the “Stop
Engine” automatic shutdown function being activated while the vehicle is operating in a critical situation, an override is provided.
In such a situation the operator may elect to “override” the automatic stop engine sequence by pressing the “Stop Engine
Override” switch, located on the instrument panel, until a safe stop can be made. The operator only needs to press the override switch every 15 to 20 seconds to prevent the engine shutdown from occurring.
An important thing to remember is that it takes 30 seconds from the time the automatic shutdown sequence begins until engine shutdown. Therefore the operator must press the override switch just prior to engine shutdown and continue to do so until the vehicle can be brought to a safe stop.
The immediate speed reduction option will bring engine RPM back to a predetermined speed, but will not shut down the engine.
The engine should not be restarted after it has been shut down by the engine protection system unless the problem has been located and corrected.
The conditions that will cause the “Stop
Engine” light to come on are:
■ Loss of coolant
■ High oil temperature
■ Low oil pressure
■ Auxiliary shutdown
It is important to point out that whenever the
CEL or the SEL comes on, the DDEC computer will determine where the problem is, and will then store this information in its memory.
If the malfunction is intermittent, the lights will come on and go off as the computer senses the changing engine condition.
A special diagnostics tool (Diagnostics
Data Reader, or “DDR”) is available that can be plugged into the engine computer memory to extract information related to the cause of the problem.
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Once the malfunction has been corrected, the DDEC system will return the engine to normal operation.
The DDR can distinguish between codes now active and those stored in the historic code memory.
The malfunction code recorded in the computer memory will remain until it is erased by a technician.
The malfunction code can also be obtained by the operator. A “Diagnostic
Request” switch may be provided which, when pressed, will cause the CEL to flash a code number. It will, for example, flash twice
… pause … flash five times … pause. In other words a code 25.
Code 25 will continue to flash and repeat as long as the check engine switch is held in the “On” position with the ignition on.
EMERGENCY JUMP
STARTING
The DDEC II electronic control system operates on 12 volt DC. If a DDEC II engine with an electronic starting motor requires emergency jump starting, do not exceed 16 volts DC.
DDEC III and DDEC IV electronic control systems operate on 12 or 24 volts DC. If a
DDEC III or DDEC IV engine with an electronic starting motor requires emergency jump starting do not exceed 32 volts DC.
NOTICE:
Jump starting with voltages greater than those indicated or reversing battery polarity may damage the ECM
(Electronic Control Module).
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DDEC II Diagnostic Codes
Diagnostic Connector
Error
Code # Description
11
12
13
14
15
16
21
Power Take-off Sensor Lo Volt
Power Take-off Sensor Hi Volt
Coolant Sensor Lo Volt
Eng Temp Sensor Hi Volt
Eng Temp Sensor Lo Volt
Coolant Sensor Hi Volt
Throttle Pos Sensor Hi Volt
22
23
24
25
26
31
Throttle Pos Sensor Lo Volt
Fuel Temp Sensor Hi Volt
Fuel Temp Sensor Lo Volt
No Codes
Power Control Enabled
32
33
34
35
36
Fault on Auxiliary Output
ECM Backup System Fail
Turbo Bst Sensor Hi Volt
Turbo Bst Sensor Lo Volt
Oil Prs Sensor Hi Volt
37
38
41
Oil Prs Sensor Lo Volt
Fuel Prs Sensor Hi Volt
Fuel Prs Sensor Lo Volt
Timing Reference Sensor
CEL Examples
1 Flash
CEL
3 Flashes
TO READ CODES: Use diagnostic data reader or short pin A to pin M. The latter method will flash codes at the CEL.
Error
Code # Description
42
43
44
Synchronous Ref Sensor
Low Coolant Level
Engine Over Temperature
45
46
47
48
51
Low Oil Pressure
Low Battery Voltage
Hi Fuel Pressure
Lo Fuel Pressure
EEPROM Error
52
53
54
55
56
ECM - A/D Fail
EEPROM Memory Failure
Vehicle Speed Sensor
Proprietary Comm. Link
ECM - A/D Fail
58 Cruise Ctl/Press Gov Ctl Switch
61-68 Inj Response Time Long
71-78 Inj Response Time Short
84 Crankcase Pressure Hi
85 Engine Overspeed
86
87
Press Gov Ctl - Hi Volt
Press Gov Ctl - Lo Volt
2 Flashes
CEL
1 Flash
Short Pause Long Pause Short Pause
Code 13 Code 21
NOTE: The CEL flashing gives both active and inactive (historic) codes.
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DDEC III/IV Diagnostic Codes
36
37
38
41
42
43
32
33
34
35
28
31
24
25
26
27
18
21
22
23
Flash
Code DDEC III/IV Description
11
12
13
14
VSG Sensor Input Voltage Low
VSG Sensor Input Voltage High
Coolant Level Sensor Input Voltage Low
Oil or Coolant Temp. Sensor Input
Voltage High
15
16
17
Oil or Coolant Temp. Sensor Input
Voltage Low
Coolant Level Sensor Input
Voltage High
Throttle Valve Position Sensor Input
Voltage High
Throttle Valve Position Sensor Input
Voltage Low
TPS Input Voltage High
TPS Input Voltage Low
Fuel Temp. Sensor Input Voltage High
Fuel Temp. Sensor Input Voltage Low
No Active Codes
Aux. Engine Shutdown #1 or #2,
Input Active
Air Inlet or Intake Air, Temp. Sensor
Input Voltage High
Air Inlet or Intake Air, Temp. Sensor
Input Voltage Low
Aux. High Side Output Open Circuit or
Short to Ground
CEL or SEL Short to Battery (+) or
Open Circuit
Turbo Boost Sensor Input Voltage High
Turbo Boost Sensor Input Voltage Low
Oil Pressure Sensor Input Voltage High
Oil Pressure Sensor Input Voltage Low
Fuel Pressure Sensor Input
Voltage High
Fuel Pressure Sensor Input Voltage Low
Too Many SRS (Missing TRS)
Too Few SRS (Missing SRS)
Coolant Level Low
Flash
Code DDEC III/IV Description
44
45
46
47
Oil or Coolant or Intake Air, Temp. High
Oil Pressure Low
ECM Battery Voltage Low
Fuel, Air Inlet, or Turbo Boost
Pressure High
48
52
53
54
55
56
Fuel or Air Inlet Pressure Low
ECM A/D Conversion Fail
ECM Non Volatile Memory Fault
Vehicle Speed Sensor Fault
J1939 Data Link Fault
57
61
62
63
J1587 Data Link Fault
J1922 Data Link Fault
Injector Response Time Long
Aux. Output Short To Battery (+) or
Open Circuit, or Mech. Fault
64
65
66
67
PWM Drive Short to Battery (+) or
Open Circuit
Turbo Speed Sensor Input Fault
Throttle Valve Position Input Fault
Engine Knock Sensor Input Fault
68
71
72
Air Inlet Pressure Sensor Input
Voltage Fault
TPS Idle Validation Switch Open Circuit or Short to Ground
Injector Response Time Short
73
74
75
Vehicle Overspeed
Gas Valve Position Input Fault or
ESS Fault
Optimized Idle® Safety Loop Short to Ground
76
77
85
86
ECM Battery Voltage High
Engine Overspeed with Engine Brake
Fuel Temperature High
Engine Overspeed
External Pump Pressure Sensor Input
87
Voltage High
External Pump Pressure Sensor Input
Voltage Low
TO READ CODES: Use the diagnostic data reader or depress and hold the diagnostic request switch with the ignition on, engine at idle or not running. Press and hold the switch.
Active codes will be flashed on the “Stop Engine” light (SEL) followed by the inactive codes being flashed on the “Check Engine” Light (CEL). The cycle will repeat until the operator releases the diagnostic request switch.
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S-60 ENGINE DRIVING TIPS
ACCELERATING THE
VEHICLE
Engine response versus pedal movement may feel different from the mechanical governed engine you were driving. The electronic foot pedal assembly was designed to communicate “percentage” foot pedal travel to the engine’s electronic control module. The engine will respond accordingly to the driver’s demand.
Another throttle or governor characteristic you may need some time to get used to the
DDEC limiting speed governor. This allows the driver to command total engine response between idle and rated speed, such as accelerating at half throttle—an advantage when driving under slippery conditions.
If you do require wide open throttle engine response, either accelerating or just plain pulling hard, the throttle will have to be held to the floor. To obtain 100% fueling at any speed, the foot pedal will have to be maintained at the fully depressed position.
CRUISE CONTROL
For added driver convenience and comfort,
DDEC III also features a cruise control option which works just like the system in your car. It can be operated in any gear above
1100 RPM or road speed faster than 20
MPH, up to the rated engine speed. It can be programmed to hold your road speed at or below the maximum vehicle speed. The switch to energize cruise control is usually mounted on the instrument panel. Turn the switch to the on position to energize the system. When you reach road speed, press the set switch to activate cruise control.
The cruise light will come on. To increase road speed in one MPH increments, press the resume/accel switch. To reduce speed, press and hold the set/coast switch until the lower speed is reached. Cruise control is deactivated by slightly depressing the service brake, clutch pedal, or trailer brake.
Also, the on/off switch deactivates cruise control. Cruise control will maintain speed even on upgrades, unless power requirements demand a downshift. And, of course, cruise control doesn’t limit your speed on downgrades.
Most likely, the cruise control will feel stronger than driving with the foot pedal because of the instantaneous and wide open throttle response. That is why cruise control is not suggested during slippery conditions.
Use cruise control after downshifting on a hill to pull the hill. Hitting the resume switch (not the set switch) will keep the truck accelerating in the lower gears up to rated engine speed.
Cruise control will disengage below 1100
RPM or 20 MPH road speed. If you want to pull the engine below 1100 RPM when using cruise control, remember to hold the throttle pedal to the floor to keep the engine pulling at wide open throttle. Realistically, the engine will pull to about 1050 RPM.
Remember: the electronic data programmed into the ECM will not allow you to hurt or overfuel the engine at low or lug speeds. There is enough oil pressure to withstand hard pulls at low engine speeds.
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S-60 ENGINE DRIVING TIPS
JAKE BRAKES
If your engine is equipped with both cruise control and Jake Brake® retarders, the
Jakes can operate automatically while you are in cruise control. If the cruise control/ engine brake function is turned on in the
ECM programming, the Jakes will come on
“low” when your set road speed increases a few MPH or KPH above your set cruise speed.
If your speed continues to increase, the
ECM will increase the Jakes’ braking power progressively. When the vehicle returns to the set cruise speed, the Jakes will “turn off” until the next time you need them. For safety reasons, don’t use cruise control when it’s not possible to keep the vehicle at constant speed due to winding roads, heavy traffic, slippery roads, or when descending grades that call for Jake Brake® assistance. almost as if it had quit pulling. Don’t believe it! if you had a boost gauge to look at while driving, you would notice the turbocharger maintaining steady intake manifold pressure, even as RPM’s fall. Depending on the air intake arrangement, you may also experience a “chuffing” sound as the engine starts to pull hard at the lower RPM’s. This is caused by the velocity changes of the airflow within the air intake plumbing. Electronic engines can actually deliver more fuel at lower engine speeds than rated speed.
IDLE REQUIREMENTS
If you have to idle your engine for any reason, it is suggested that RPM’s be set at 900 to
1000 RPM. Try to minimize idle times as much as possible for the first 10,000 miles on the engine. Lower idle RPM’s will cause oil slubber, and can inhibit the cylinder rings’ ability to seat properly.
SHIFTING
Depending on your transmission model, the gear split may vary from 500 to 300 RPM.
The electronic governor provides almost no overrun capability, and if the transmission is downshifted too early, you will experience a temporary loss of pulling power until the engine speed falls below rated speed. This is true even on steep grades with heavy loads. When using an 18, 15 or 13 speed transmission, you will need to downshift at an
RPM that allows “less than rated” RPM before throttle application in the next gear down. You may want to limit engine speed to 1900 RPM in all gears. The Series 60 provides constant horsepower from 1800 RPM through 2100
RPM, but fuel economy is not as efficient above 1800 RPM and may cause premature engine issues and/or failures.
If you decide to drive at lower RPM’s for improved fuel economy, don’t let different engine noises throw you off guard. The
Series 60 sounds quiet at 1400 RPM,
IDLE SHUTDOWN
The DDEC engine may also have an
optional idle shutdown system. The purpose of this system is to conserve fuel by eliminating excessive idling and to allow for a turbocharger cool down period. To activate the shutdown, the transmission must be in neutral with the vehicle parking brakes set and with the engine in idle or fast idle mode. The cruise control system may also be programmed to permit fast idle using the cruise control switches. With the engine at normal idle, the transmission in neutral, and the service brake on, turn on the cruise control “on/off” switch, and use the “Resume” switch. The engine RPM should increase to a predefined RPM. The RPM can be raised or lowered from this point using the “set” and “resume” switches.
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FITZGERALD WARRANTY STATEMENT
Fitzgerald Glider Kits is not responsible for the cost of maintenance or repairs due to lack of performance of required maintenance services or the failure to use Fuel, Oil, Lubricants, and
coolants meeting Detroit Diesel recommended specifications. Performance of said required maintenance and use of proper fuel, oil, lubricants and coolants are the responsibility of the owner.
CODES: I–Inspect, Service, Correct or Replace as Necessary.
R–Replace
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LUBRICANT SELECTION IN
NORTH AMERICA
The selection of the proper lubricating oil is important to achieve the long and trouble-free service which Detroit Diesel engines are designed to provide. The proper lubricating oil for all Detroit Diesel engines is selected based on SAE viscosity grade and
API (American Petroleum Institute) service designation. Only oils licensed to display the
American Petroleum Institute (API) symbol shown should be used.
LUBRICANT
REQUIREMENTS
Lubricants meeting these criteria have provided maximum engine life when used in conjunction with specified oil drain and filter maintenance schedules.
SAE Viscosity Grade: 15W-40
API Classification: CH-4–CJ-4
HT/HS Viscosity: 3.7 cP minimum
The preferred lubricating o il is
Shell Rotella SAE 15W-40 (CJ-4).
API Lubricant Service Mark
(P/N 23512703)
SYNTHETIC OIL
OIL DRAIN INTERVALS
During use, engine lubricating oil undergoes deterioration from combustion byproducts and contamination by the engine. In addition, certain components in a lubricant additive package are designed to deplete with use. For these reasons, regardless of the oil formulation, regular oil drain intervals are required.
Fitzgerald Glider Kits recommends first initial oil change at 5,000 to 7,000 miles to remove breakin metals and rebuild contaminates. Oil should be changed every 15,000 miles thereafter.
Synthetic oils may be used in Detroit Diesel engines, provided they are approved by a
Power Guard Oil Specification. The use of synthetic oil does not necessarily ensure the extension of the recommended oil drain interval beyond its limits.
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LUBRICATING OIL CHECKS
Check the oil level daily with the engine stopped. If the engine has just been stopped and is warm, wait approximately 20 minutes to allow the oil to drain back to the oil pan before checking. Add the proper grade of oil to maintain the correct level on the dipstick.
COOLANT
NOTICE:
Do not overfill. Oil may be blown out through the crankcase breather if the crankcase is overfilled
Check Oil Level Daily
All diesel engines are designed to use some oil, so the periodic addition of oil is normal.
See “Engine Oil Consumption Guidelines” to determine the degree of oil usage.
ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
GUIDELINES
Shell Rotella ELC Engine Coolant is the
preferred ethylene glycol coolant. If other commercial brands of ethylene glycol are used, they must be equivalent to the Shell Rotella ELC.
*SERVICE IS
RECOMMENDED
HIGH SLIGHTLY
HIGH
NORMAL
MILES PER QUART
Kilometers = miles x 1.6. For off-highway applications, 1 hour = 33 miles.
*Have your engine serviced by an authorized Detroit Diesel service facility at the earliest opportunity.
Conventional Coolant (commonly green)
Test at every service using Pencool or Power Cool test strips.
Any additive supplements should be Power Cool or Pencool.
Fully Formulated (commonly red or purple)
Test at every service. Repeat steps mentioned above.
Extended Life Coolant (commonly red or pink)
Check freeze point at every service. Requires an enhancer at 325,000 miles.
Refer to decal on coolant reservoir.
LOW
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SUPPLEMENTAL COOLANT
ADDITIVE (SCA) TEST
PROCEDURES
Pencool 3-Way Coolant Test Strips should be used to measure nitrite and glycol concentrations. Cavitation/corrosion protection is indicated on the strip by the level of nitrite concentration. Freeze/boilover protection is determined by glycol concentration. Use the test strips as follows:
1. Dip the strip into coolant for one second.
Remove and shake briskly to eliminate excess fluid.
2. Immediately compare end pad(% Glycol) to the color chart on the container.
3. Sixty seconds (one minute) after dipping, compare the nitrite pad to the color chart.
4. Color change of additive indicator (middle pad) indicates presence of inhibitor that is not approved by Detroit Diesel.
For best results make the tests while the coolant is between 50ºF–120ºF (10.ºC–60ºC).
Wait at least 60, but no longer than 75, seconds before reading the nitrite level.
Promptly replace and tighten the test strip container cap after each use. Discard unused strips if they have turned light pink or tan.
A factory analysis program is available through authorized Detroit Diesel service outlets. To verify coolant acceptability, submit a sample for coolant analysis every three
(3) years, 300,000 miles, (480,000 km), or
6,000 operating hours, whichever comes first.
If any other coolant additive is used, follow that particular manufacterers guidlines.
NEED RELEASE COOLANT
FILTERS
Spin-on coolant filters are available for Detroit
Diesel engines. Membranes in the filters release SCAs before the coolant approaches a corrosive condition, protecting the engine from corrosion. The elements release the
SCA charge as needed, as opposed to the maintenance SCA elements, which instantaneously release the SCA charge.
These elements should be replaced after 1 year, 120,000 miles, (192,000 km), or 2,000 operating hours, whichever comes first.
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FUEL PROCESSORS
Many vehicles are now equipped with optional fuel processors, such as Detroit
Diesel’s Fuel Pro 382. This single filter system replaces traditional primary and secondary filters. By reducing the number of filters and extending the change interval, filter expense can be reduced by up to 75%.
Clean 50%
1. When new, the fuel level in the 382 filter will be very low. The filter is causing minimal restriction. as the filter used in Model 382, dirt collects on the filter from the bottom up. Fuel rises on the filter indicating remaining filter life.
2. Fuel level remains low. As dirt is trapped on the filter, the fuel rises over the dirt and flows through clean filter media to keep flow restriction low.
DIESEL FUEL
The quality of fuel used in the Detroit Diesel engine is a very important factor in obtaining satisfactory engine performance, long engine life and long injector life. Biodiesel fuels can decrease the life of fuel filters and degrade their water coalescing ability.
Failures attributed to the use of fuels which do not meet industry standards are not the fault of Fitzgerald Glider Kits, and will not be covered by Fitzgerald Glider Kits warranty.
Fitzgerald Glider Kits recommends using a
7 to 10 micron filter. Using a 7 micron filter will increase filter change frequency, but will provide better protection for the injectors
Here is how the Fuel Pro 382 works:
75% 100%
3. Restriction remains consistently low. Even though the fuel level is now over more than half of the element, the fuel is still flowing through clean new media.
4. The filter element is now covered by fuel, and it is using all of the media’s surface area. Restriction is just starting to rise and the element should be changed at the next scheduled maintenance interval.
NOTE: If your vehicle is not equipped with a Fuel
Pro, retrofit kits are available from DDC outlets.
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AFTERMARKET FILTRATION
SYSTEMS
Aftermarket Fuel supplemental filtration systems may be used, provided they do not replace the factory installed system, reduce fuel volumes, pressures, or flow rates delivered to the engine.
ADDITIONAL
MAINTENANCE ITEMS:
Transmission: 50wt synthetic oil drain/flush at 500,000 miles
PARTS LIST FOR OUR
6067GK60 MODEL
ENGINES ONLY
Detroit Fuel Filter 23538657
Luber Finer Oil Filter
Borg Warner Turbo
Water Pump
LFP2160
171702
R23522707
Differential: 75w90 synthetic oil drain/flush at 500,000 miles
Power Steering filter change interval:
Once a year.
Service Eaton “Easy Pedal” clutches based on manufacturers recommendations.
*Freightliner Cascadia’s use “solo” clutches.
Follow manufacturers recommendations.
If your suspension does not have grease fittings, it is a sealed, maintenance free system. Contact manufacturers for recommendations.
Fitzgerald Glider Kits does not align front ends or balance tires. This will be the owners responsibility.
Fitzgerald Glider Kits reserves the right to ship parts to customers or repair shop.
Certain parts are specific to our engines and not readily available at most shops. Any parts shipped that require special paint colors will delay shipping.
Cam Sensor
Crank Sensor
Oil Pressure Sensor
7 Micron Filter
8929387
8929388
23532797
23521528
10 Micron Filter 23533816
Other engine model componants will vary.
(6067WK60, 6067BK60).
OVERHEAD SETTINGS
As previously stated, Fitzgerald Glider kits recommends that the overhead be run at
60,000 miles to ensure peak performance out of your 12.7 litre Detroit Diesel engine.
Our overhead settings are as follows:
Intake:
Exhaust:
Jake:
Injector:
8
26
26
80.3mm
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FITZGERALD GLIDER KITS
WARRANTY INFORMATION
As a customer of Fitzgerald Glider Kits, we would like to take a moment to explain and make you familiar with our warranty process.
We will break this down in 5 steps.
Step 1. Contact
We may be contacted at 866-597-3836 or 931-864-4886, Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm CST. After hours we may be reached at 931-337-5794, Monday through Friday from 5:00pm to 8:00pm CST, and Saturday from 8:00 to 12:00pm CST.
Step 2. Repair facility
When a problem does arise with your Glider, please contact this warranty department first.
This will allow our involvement and guidance from the beginning, which will make for a more pleasant experience for us all during this process. Fitzgerald Glider Kits warranty department would like to remind you, that while every effort will be made by our staff to see that your truck is repaired correctly and in a timely manner, we are not a breakdown service. Upon receiving your call, we will assess the issue, and guide you towards a facility to make the necessary repair. Due to certain parts specific warranty policies, (such as; OEM,
Eaton, Bendix, Etc.), some repairs must be made at the facilities that can file warranties through these companies. Otherwise, the warranty for repairs will not be available, and will result in out-of-pocket expenses. Our department will guide you in this process and make you aware of their locations.
Step 3. Repairs
After you have contacted us and now have your truck at a repair shop, it is time for the repair. The shop will notice a distinctive decal on your engine valve cover. It says “STOP!
Do Not Perform Repairs On This Vehicle
Until Making Contact With Our Warranty
Department.” It also includes our phone number, displayed for contact. You may instruct the shop before hand of this, and expedite this process somewhat if you choose. Not following this procedure may jeopardize your warranty availability and increase your out-of-pocket expense. We will give the shop permission to now diagnose your problem, and in turn give us an estimate for parts and labor of the repair. After we receive this estimate, we will review it and make sure labor times are within Motor
Manual SRT Guidelines. We will also evaluate the parts required to determine if the parts are something that can be purchased there, or if they need to be shipped from our facility.
Our department staff will stay in close contact with the repair shop throughout the repair process, and will give you, the customer, updates as often as you request.
Step 4. Billing
After the repair is completed, Fitzgerald Glider
Kits will pay the final invoice for all agreed upon warranty items from the estimate.
Step 5. Completion
Now that the repair has been completed and the invoice is paid, you can get your truck back into service, which is WHY you made the purchase in the first place. This will be the process that you will use any time there is a warranty issue. Please feel free to call our warranty department with any questions you may have about your truck warranty. We are here to help you make your experience with our warranty as pleasant as possible, and to keep your truck in service and remain profitable.
NOTE: Custom painted engine parts will require and extra day of shipping due to painting.
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YOUR FITZGERALD GLIDER
KIT WITH DETROIT SERIES
60 ENGINE
When your Fitzgerald Glider Kit leaves our factory floor it is filled with the following fluids:
Shell Rotella SAE 15W-40 (CJ-4) motor oil
Peak windshield washer fluid
Shell Spirax S6 GME 50wt. synthetic transmission oil
Syngard 75w90wt. synthetic differential oil
Antifreeze: Shell Rotella ELC 50/50 Antifreeze
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SERIES 60 ENGINE

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Key features
- Electronic Control Module (ECM)
- Cruise Control
- Jake Brake® retarders
- Fuel Pro 382
- Optimized Idle®
- Engine Protection System
- Easy Pedal Clutch