BENDIX AIR COMPRESSOR Caterpillar

General

All parts should be cleaned in a good commercial grade solvent and dried prior to inspection.

Cylinder Head

Remove carbon deposits from the discharge cavity and rust and scale from the cooling cavities of the cylinder head body. Scrape all foreign matter from the body surfaces and use shop air pressure to blow the dirt particles from the cavities.

Clean carbon and dirt from the inlet and unloader passages. Use shop air to blow the carbon and dirt deposits from the unloader passages.

Oil Passages

Thoroughly clean all oil passages through the crankshaft, crankcase, end covers, and base plate or base adapter. Inspect the passages with a wire to be sure they are clear. Blow the loosened foreign matter out with shop air.