Engine International VT365. Manual — part 1

ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL

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Foreword

International

Truck

and

Engine

Corporation

is

committed to continuous research and development
to improve products and introduce technological
advances.

Procedures, specifications, and parts

defined in published technical service literature may
be altered.

NOTE: Photo illustrations identify specific parts or
assemblies that support text and procedures; other
areas in a photo illustration may not be exact.

This

manual

includes

necessary

information

and

specifications

for

technicians

to

maintain

International® diesel engines. See vehicle manuals
and Technical Service Information (TSI) bulletins for
additional information.

Technical Service Literature

1171814R2

VT 365 Engine Operation and
Maintenance Manual

EGES-295-2

VT 365 Engine Service Manual

EGES-240

VT 365 Engine Diagnostic Manual

EGED-245

VT 365 Hard Start and No Start
Diagnostic Form

EGED-250

VT 365 Performance Diagnostics
Form

EGED-320-1

VT 365 Electronic Control System
Diagnostic Form

CGE-575

Engine Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Technical Service Literature is revised periodically
and mailed automatically to “Revision Service”
subscribers. If a technical publication is ordered, the
latest revision will be supplied.

NOTE: The following order information is for technical
service literature only.

International Truck and Engine Corporation
Printing and Distribution Services
C/O Moore Wallace North America
1750 Wallace Avenue
St. Charles, IL 60174
Telephone: 630-313-7507

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ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL

Service Diagnosis

Service diagnosis is an investigative procedure that
must be followed to find and correct an engine
application problem or an engine problem.

If the problem is engine application, see specific
vehicle manuals for further diagnostic information.

If the problem is the engine, see specific Engine
Diagnostic Manual for further diagnostic information.

Prerequisites for Effective Diagnosis

•

Availability

of

gauges

and

diagnostic

test

equipment

•

Availability of current information for engine
application and engine systems

•

Knowledge of the principles of operation for
engine application and engine systems

•

Knowledge to understand and do procedures in
diagnostic and service publications

Technical Service Literature required for Effective
Diagnosis

•

Engine Service Manual

•

Engine Diagnostic Manual

•

Diagnostics Forms

•

Electronic Control Systems Diagnostics Forms

•

Service Bulletins

ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL

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Safety Information

This manual provides general and specific service
procedures essential for reliable engine operation and
your safety.

Since many variations in procedures,

tools, and service parts are involved, advice for all
possible safety conditions and hazards cannot be
stated.

Read safety instructions before doing any service and
test procedures for the engine or vehicle. See related
application manuals for more information.

Disregard for Safety Instructions, Warnings, Cautions,
and Notes in this manual can lead to injury, death or
damage to the engine or vehicle.

SAFETY TERMINOLOGY

Three terms are used to stress your safety and safe
operation of the engine: Warning, Caution, and Note

Warning: A warning describes actions necessary to
prevent or eliminate conditions, hazards, and unsafe
practices that can cause personal injury or death.

Caution: A caution describes actions necessary
to prevent or eliminate conditions that can cause
damage to the engine or vehicle.

Note: A note describes actions necessary for correct,
efficient engine operation.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Vehicle

•

Make sure the vehicle is in neutral, the parking
brake is set, and the wheels are blocked before
doing any work or diagnostic procedures on the
engine or vehicle.

Work area

•

Keep work area clean, dry, and organized.

•

Keep tools and parts off the floor.

•

Make sure the work area is ventilated and well lit.

•

Make sure a First Aid Kit is available.

Safety equipment

•

Use correct lifting devices.

•

Use safety blocks and stands.

Protective measures

•

Wear protective glasses and safety shoes.

•

Wear appropriate hearing protection.

•

Wear correct work clothing.

•

Do not wear rings, watches, or other jewelry.

•

Restrain long hair.

Fire prevention

•

Make sure charged fire extinguishers are in the
work area.

NOTE: Check the classification of each fire
extinguisher to ensure that the following fire types
can be extinguished.

1.

Type A — Wood, paper, textiles, and rubbish

2.

Type B — Flammable liquids

3.

Type C — Electrical equipment

Batteries

Batteries produce highly flammable gas during and
after charging.

•

Always disconnect the main negative battery
cable first.

•

Always connect the main negative battery cable
last.

•

Avoid leaning over batteries.

•

Protect your eyes.

•

Do not expose batteries to open flames or sparks.

•

Do not smoke in workplace.

Compressed air

•

Limit shop air pressure for blow gun to 207 kPa
(30 psi).

•

Use approved equipment.

•

Do not direct air at body or clothing.

•

Wear safety glasses or goggles.

•

Wear hearing protection.

•

Use shielding to protect others in the work area.

Tools

•

Make sure all tools are in good condition.

•

Make sure all standard electrical tools are
grounded.

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ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL

•

Check for frayed power cords before using power
tools.

Fluids under pressure

•

Use extreme caution when working on systems
under pressure.

•

Follow approved procedures only.

Fuel

•

Do not over fill the fuel tank. Over fill creates a fire
hazard.

•

Do not smoke in the work area.

•

Do not refuel the tank when the engine is running.

Removal of tools, parts, and equipment

•

Reinstall all safety guards, shields, and covers
after servicing the engine.

•

Make sure all tools, parts, and service equipment
are removed from the engine and vehicle after all
work is done.