Perkins 4.108, 4.107 and 4.99 Diesel Engine Workshop Manual 1983
This workshop manual covers Perkins 4.108, 4.107, and 4.99 diesel engines from 1983 onwards. It includes detailed technical data, operating procedures, and fault diagnosis
Perkins Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: Perkins 4.108, Perkins 4.107, Perkins 4.99
Sub-models / Variants: Vehicle, Agricultural, Industrial, Refrigeration Unit, 4-cylinder indirect injection variants
Model Years: 1983 onwards
Technical Data:
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Engine cycle: Four-stroke, four-cylinder
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Bore (4.108/4.107): 3.125 in (79.37 mm)
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Bore (4.99): 3.00 in (76.2 mm)
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Compression Ratio (4.108/4.107): 22:1
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Compression Ratio (4.99): 20:1
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Lubricating oil pressure: 30–60 lbf/in² (2.1–4.2 kgf/cm²)
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Cooling system capacity: 6 Imperial pints (7.2 US pints / 3.4 liters)
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Starter motor max current: 900A
Perkins Manual Features & Content Preview
Perkins 4.108, 4.107 and 4.99 Engine Workshop Manual
- Covers the 1983 and later Perkins 4.108, 4.107, and 4.99 diesel engines, including standard, agricultural, industrial, and refrigeration unit configurations.
- Official Perkins Engines Limited publication (Part No. 601 SER 0383 1072), superseding the previous 601 SER 12771072 edition.
- Contains 114 pages of technical specifications, exploded-view diagrams of fuel and lubrication systems, and static timing position tables.
- Available as an instant download the moment your payment clears.
- Features a fully indexed PDF search for quick chapter and appendix navigation.
- Stored securely in your account for easy retrieval after a hard-drive loss or device change.
- Formatted directly for standard Letter and A4 printing in the shop.
Engine System Walkthrough
Let's look inside the manual. This documentation outlines the core assembly components for the Perkins 4.108, 4.107, and 4.99 series. You get a direct breakdown of cylinder head overhauls, piston and connecting rod alignments, and crankshaft assemblies. Working on heavy-duty diesel power plants requires strict adherence to factory safety protocols to prevent component damage or personal injury; this reference provides those essential baseline parameters. Need the specifications immediately? The complete file is an instant download straight to your device. The timing case and gear drive sections clarify the correct configuration for both standard and turbocharged variants. Additionally, the lubrication chapter details pump clearances and oil filter maintenance, while fuel system diagnostics cover D.P.A. distributor pumps alongside specific refrigeration unit requirements.
Technical Specification Preview
Precision matters in the workshop. The technical data section delivers the exact clearance and tolerance charts necessary for major engine components. For instance, the intake valve clearance is strictly specified at 0.012 in (0.30 mm). When securing the cylinder head, the nut torque values are documented at 42 lbf ft (5.81 kgf m) for the 4.107 and 4.99 models. Working specifically on the 4.108? Its crankshaft main bearing setscrew torque is set at 115 lbf ft (11.5 kgf m). For mechanics needing a broader look at how factory workshop documentation is structured, this resource serves as an accurate, OEM-level baseline for your next rebuild.
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