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Centinel System – Repair Manual – 008-999   Cooling System – Overview

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A single thermostat design was implemented with the introduction of the 2002 ISX engine. The thermostat opens at 82°C [180°F] and is the same thermostat used in previous ISX engines, which were designed with two thermostats.

The ISX 2002 engine with EGR implemented an impeller that is similar to the impeller on the QSX15 engine to maximize the cooling capacity of the water pump. The water pump pulley drive ratio was increased to provide faster water pump speeds to increase cooling capacity. Increased cooling capacity is required because of the flow and heat associated with the EGR.


The functions of the cooling system are to:

  • Absorb heat from the engine components
  • Circulate the coolant in the engine
  • Dissipate the heat through the radiator
  • Control coolant temperature by the thermostat.

The coolant must be made up of the correct proportions of water, antifreeze, and supplemental coolant additives (SCA) to perform these functions properly.

  
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The accompanying chart illustrates the coolant flow through the engine. For more detail, refer to the Cooling System Flow Diagram.

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Conventionally cooled engines with automatic transmissions typically use a oil-to-water transmission torque converter cooler plumbed between the radiator and the engine water pump.

A torque converter cooling system with a remote bypass allows the torque converter to receive coolant flow when the thermostat is closed (engine cold).

  
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The following publications, available through a Cummins® Authorized Repair Location, provide cooling system installation recommendations and specifications approved by Cummins Inc.:

  • Data Sheets for specific engine models
  • Operation of Diesel Engines in Cold Climates, Bulletin 3379009
  • Heavy-Duty Coolant/SCA Maintenance Requirements, Bulletin 3387910.

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Last Modified:  01-Mar-2010
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