Cummins 4BT – Air Compressor – Removal

Preparatory Steps:
• Steam clean the air compressor and dry with com­pressed air.
• Drain the engine coolant if the air compressor has a liquid cooled cylinder head. If compressor is air cooled, then the engine coolant need not be drained.
• Open the drain cock on the wet tank to release air from the system. Close the draincock after the pres­sure is released.

Remove the air connections from the air compressor.

15/16 in, 7/8 in
Remove the coolant lines from the air compressor (does not apply to air cooled compressors).

9/16 inch
Remove the oil supply line.

15/16 in
Remove the oil return line from the bottom of the air compressor.

18 mm, 14 mm, 10 mm
Remove the air compressor support bracket and cap­ screws.
Remove the air compressor mounting nuts.
Remove the air compressor.

Inspection
Visually inspect the compressor housing for cracks or damage.
Visually inspect the drive gear for cracks or damaged.

Power Steering Coupling (if Applicable)
Inspect the coupling for wear or cracks.
Replace the coupling if damaged.

Power Steering Adapter
Inspect and replace the adapter if any damage is found.