Service Manual

ISBe, ISB, and QSB (Common Rail Fuel

System)
Volume 1
 Service Manual
ISBe, ISB, and QSB (Common Rail Fuel
System)
Volume 1

Copyright© 2014 Bulletin 4021271

Cummins Inc. Printed 29-OCTOBER-2014
All rights reserved

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 Foreword
This manual provides instructions for troubleshooting and repairing this engine in the chassis. Component and
assembly rebuild procedures are provided in the engine shop manual. Refer to Section i - Introduction for instructions
on how to use this manual.
Read and follow all safety instructions. Refer to the WARNING in the General Safety Instructions in Section i -
Introduction.
The manual is organized to guide a service technician through the logical steps of identifying and correcting problems
related to the engine. This manual does not cover vehicle or equipment problems. Consult the vehicle or equipment
manufacturer for repair procedures.
A series of specific service manuals (for example: Shop, Specifications, and Alternative Repair) are available and can
be ordered by Contacting your local area Cummins Regional office. A Cummins Regional office listing is located in
Service Literature (Section L).
The repair procedures used in this manual are recommended by Cummins Inc. Some service procedures require the
use of special service tools. Use the correct tools as described.
Cummins Inc. encourages the user of this manual to report errors, omissions, and recommendations for improvement.
Please use the postage paid, pre-addressed Literature Survey Form in the back of this manual for communicating
your comments.
The specifications and rebuild information in this manual are based on the information in effect at the time of printing.
Cummins Inc. reserves the right to make any changes at any time without obligation. If differences are found between
your engine and the information in this manual, contact a Cummins Authorized Repair Location or call 1-800-DIESELS
(1-800-343-7357) toll free in the U.S. and Canada.
The latest technology and the highest quality components are used to manufacture Cummins engines. When
replacement parts are needed, we recommend using only genuine Cummins or ReCon® exchange parts.

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 Table of Contents
Section

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ i

Engine and System Identification .................................................................................................................... E

Familiarization .................................................................................................................................................... F

Troubleshooting Symptoms ............................................................................................................................. TS

Troubleshooting Symptoms (New Format) ..................................................................................................... TT

Engine Disassembly - Group 00 ....................................................................................................................... DS

Engine Assembly - Group 00 ............................................................................................................................ AS

Product - Group 00 ............................................................................................................................................ 0

Cylinder Block - Group 01 ................................................................................................................................. 1

Cylinder Head - Group 02 .................................................................................................................................. 2

Rocker Levers - Group 03 ................................................................................................................................. 3

Cam Followers/Tappets - Group 04 ................................................................................................................. 4

Back .................................................................................................................................................................... back

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ISB, ISBe and QSB (Common Rail [...]
Section i - Introduction Page i-a

Section i - Introduction
Section Contents
Page
About the Manual .........................................................................................................................................................i-1
General Information.....................................................................................................................................................i-1
Acronyms and Abbreviations ...................................................................................................................................i-17
General Information...................................................................................................................................................i-17
General Cleaning Instructions ..................................................................................................................................i-12
Abrasive Pads and Abrasive Paper...........................................................................................................................i-12
Definition of Clean......................................................................................................................................................i-12
Fuel System...............................................................................................................................................................i-15
Gasket Surfaces........................................................................................................................................................ i-13
Plastic Bead Cleaning................................................................................................................................................i-14
Solvent and Acid Cleaning.........................................................................................................................................i-13
Steam Cleaning......................................................................................................................................................... i-14
General Repair Instructions ......................................................................................................................................i-10
General Information...................................................................................................................................................i-10
Welding on a Vehicle with an Electronic Controlled Fuel System..............................................................................i-11
General Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................................................i-8
Important Safety Notice...............................................................................................................................................i-8
How to Use the Manual ................................................................................................................................................i-2
General Information.....................................................................................................................................................i-2
Illustrations ...................................................................................................................................................................i-7
General Information.....................................................................................................................................................i-7
Symbols ........................................................................................................................................................................i-3
General Information.....................................................................................................................................................i-3

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