Engine Lubrication: Description and Operation

DESCRIPTION

An efficient and acoustically optimized chain drive external gear pump is used for supply.

Oil is circulated through a high volume primary oil filter on the engine to one of the oil/water coolers in the "V" of the engine. The oil cooler maintains a maximum oil temperature of 140° C (284°F).

After the oil cooler, the oil is directed into the balance shaft tunnel that at the same time is the primary oil duct of the crankcase. Short passages lead to the crankshaft main bearings. The inlet pressurized piston oil injectors are located directly on the main oil channel and are supplied there.

Front mounted passages supply the cylinder heads. The hydraulically loaded chain tensioner is supplied via the right cylinder head in the direction of travel.

The oil supply and return of the turbo charger is integrated in the cast steel turbo charger carrier.

WARNING: Any time the oil is drained and filled it is critical to wait 15 minutes before starting the engine.

WARNING: Before checking the engine oil level turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan.