3054 Engine for Caterpillar Built Machines Caterpillar

Removal Procedure

Start By:

1. Remove the fan. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Fan - Remove and Install".

2. Remove the front cover. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Front Cover - Remove".

Note: Rotate the crankshaft until the timing marks on the crankshaft gear, the camshaft gear, and the idler gear are aligned.

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1. Remove bolts (1) from idler gear (2).

2. Remove idler gear (2) and spacer (3).
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3. Use a suitable puller to remove crankshaft gear (4) from crankshaft (5).

   Note: Do not use a flame on the crankshaft gear for removal purposes.

   Note: Be careful not to scratch the surface of the bearing journal.

Installation Procedure

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1. Heat crankshaft gear (4) in an oven to 180 °C (356 °F).

2. Install crankshaft gear (4) on crankshaft (5) with the timing marks toward the front.
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3. Install spacer (3) and idler gear (2).

4. Install bolts (1) on idler gear (2). Tighten the bolts to a torque of 44 N·m (32 lb ft).

   Note: Ensure that the timing marks on the crankshaft gear, the camshaft gear, and the idler gear are aligned.

5. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Gear Group (Front) - Install" for the correct alignment of the idler gear.

End By:

1. Install the front cover. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Front Cover - Install".

2. Install the fan. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Fan - Remove and Install".