Engine

Model   TK488CRG1 (Tier 4)
Number of Cylinders   4
Cylinder Arrangement   In-line vertical, number 1 on flywheel end
Firing Order   1-3-4-2
Direction of Rotation   Counterclockwise viewed from flywheel end
Fuel Type  

No. 2 diesel fuel under normal conditions

No. 1 diesel fuel is acceptable cold weather fuel

Oil Capacity  

12 quarts (11.4 liters) crankcase and oil filter

Fill to full mark on dipstick

Oil Type  

API Classification CJ-4 or CK-4

ACEA Rating E6

FA-4 (10w-30 only)

Oil Viscosity  

14 F to 122 F (-10 C to 50 C): SAE 15W-40 (Synthetic)

5 to 104 F (-15 to 40 C): SAE 15W-40

5 to 104 F (-15 to 40 C): SAE 10W-30 (Synthetic or Synthetic Blend)

-13 to 104 F (-25 to 40 C): SAE 10W-40

-13 to 86 F (-25 to 30 C): SAE 10W-30

-22 to 122 F (-30 to 50 C): SAE 5W-40 (Synthetic)

Below -22 F (-30 C): SAE 0W-30 (Synthetic)

Engine RPM

Low Speed Operation

High Speed Operation

1500 ± 25 RPM

1800 ± 25 RPM

Engine Oil Pressure  

18 psig (127 kPa) minimum in low speed

45 to 57 psig (310 to 390 kPa) in high speed

Intake Valve Clearance   0.006 to 0.010 in. (0.15 to 0.25 mm)
Exhaust Valve Clearance   0.006 to 0.010 in. (0.15 to 0.25 mm)
Valve Setting Temperature   70 F (21 C)
Low Oil Pressure Switch (Normally Closed)   5.6 – 9.9 psig (38 – 69 kPa)
Engine Coolant Thermostat   160 F (71 C)
Engine Coolant Type
Important Only OAT extended life coolants (Chevron Delo® XLC or equivalent) should be added to Thermo King systems. Conventional coolants should not be used (Typically identified by green or blue-green color). If a conventional coolant is combined with the Thermo King factory fill up to 25% by volume, the coolant must be changed at the next service opportunity. Above 25%, the coolant must be changed immediately. Conventional coolants dilute/interact with the additive packages of extended life coolant which significantly reduces the service life of the coolant.

Factory filled with Chevron Delo® XLC extended life coolant (ELC).

55/45 gylcol/water concentration

Freeze protection of -40°F/ -40°C


Compatible coolants:

Chevron Delo® XLC

Havoline Delo® XLC (Europe)

Caltex Delo® XLC (Asia)

OR Meets the performance requirements of both ASTM D6210 and ASTM D3306

OAT extended life coolant, nitrite free

Coolant System Capacity   7.5 quarts (7.1 liters)
Radiator Cap Pressure   15 psig (103 kPa)
Drive Standard Units Direct Drive to belts, AC generator, alternator, and water pump
Water Pump Belt Tension  

New Belt: 126 Hz (40 lbs)

Field Reset (used belt): 118 Hz (32 lbs)