12TL8

No.: 12 TL-8
December 5, 2012
TO:
Service Locations
FROM:
Service Operations
SUBJECT:
W470589149100 - Filter Cap with Test Port
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Detroit Diesel special tool group has released a new essential tool for the fuel system on
DD13, DD15, and DD16 engines equipped with a two-filter fuel system.
For service locations that are EPA07 and EPA2010 DD certified in SSI, no action is required.
Tools will be automatically shipped and invoiced to your facility during the month of November.
Locations that are NOT EPA07 and EPA2010 DD certified in SSI, will need to order the tools
through the Paragon system.
The W470589149100 filter cap with test port, used in conjunction with the existing J-48706
gauge set, allows measuring of the low pressure pump inlet pressure.
TOOL USAGE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Using a 36 mm socket, unscrew the pre-filter cap.
2. Pull the cap and pre-filter straight up and out of the fuel filter housing.
3. Remove the pre-filter (1) from the pre-filter cap (2) by placing the filter on a solid surface
and applying pressure on the pre-filter cap (2) at an angle.
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4. Snap the pre-filter into the W470589149100 filter cap with test port.
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5. Apply a thin coat of petroleum-based lithium grease to the pre-filter seals (1) and the
W470589149100 filter cap seal ring (2).
6. Install the pre-filter into the fuel filter module.
7. Turn the W470589149100 filter cap with test port counterclockwise until a clicking sound
is heard, then turn clockwise and hand tighten.
NOTE: A 36 mm deep well socket is required to tighten the W470589149100 filter cap
with test port.
8. Torque the W470589149100 filter cap with test port to 55-60 N·m (41-44 lb·ft).
9. Using the ESOC 350 priming unit, prime the fuel system.
10. Connect the J-48706 gauge set to the W470589149100 filter cap with test port.
11. Follow published diagnostics in Power Service Literature (PSL).
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Ordering Information - Tools will be automatically shipped and invoiced to your facility during the
month of November. Locations that are NOT EPA07 and EPA10 DD certified in SSI, will need to
order the tools through the Paragon system. Tools can be ordered through Paragon using a
DDE supplier prefix.
 DDE W470589149100 Filter Cap w/Test Port
CONTACT INFORMATION
Please contact the Detroit™ Customer Support Center at 800-445-1980 or email
[email protected] if you have any questions.