Description
Premium aftermarket replacement turbocharger from PAI Industries. The PAI ETC-9279 is a brand-new BorgWarner S400S061 (171701) turbocharger engineered for Detroit Diesel Series 60 12.7L engines rated from 380 to 470 horsepower. It directly replaces Detroit Diesel OEM part number 23515635 and is backed by PAI’s Genuine 2-year unlimited mileage warranty.
Signs You Need a New Turbocharger
- Excessive black or blue smoke from the exhaust under acceleration
- Loss of power under load, especially on grades
- High-pitched whine, grinding, or rattling noise from the turbocharger
- Boost pressure below specification or sluggish throttle response
- Oil leaking from the turbo housing, drain tube, or charge air piping
Specifications
| Manufacturer | PAI Industries (Genuine PAI) |
|---|---|
| PAI Part Number | ETC-9279 |
| Part Type | Turbocharger |
| Turbo Manufacturer | BorgWarner |
| BorgWarner Part Number | 171701 |
| Turbo Model | S400S061 (TMF5502) |
| Engine Compatibility | Detroit Diesel Series 60 12.7L |
| Horsepower Range | 380–470 HP |
| Condition | New |
| Warranty | 2-Year Unlimited Mileage (Genuine PAI) |
Cross References
This part replaces or is equivalent to the following part numbers:
- Detroit Diesel: 23515635, 23515636, 23516431, 23508410, 23508411, E23515635, R23515635
- BorgWarner: 171701, 466713-5001S, 466713-9001S, 466713-0001, 466713-0002, 466713-0003
- Navistar: 2585837C91
- Garrett: 466713-5001, 466713-9001
- Alliant Power: AP80050
- PAI Industries: EM92790, ETC-9268
Applications
This turbocharger fits Detroit Diesel Series 60 12.7L engines (380–470 HP) found in:
- Freightliner Century Class, Columbia, FLD, Classic XL (1994–2008)
- Kenworth T600, T800, W900 (1994–2008)
- Peterbilt 379, 385, 386, 387, 389 (1994–2008)
- International / Navistar 9200, 9400, 9900 (1994–2008)
- Western Star 4900 (1994–2008)
- Sterling Trucks (1994–2008)
Verify your engine serial number and turbo nameplate before ordering to confirm fitment. Always replace engine oil, oil filter, and air filter after turbo installation.









