Usage:
November 14, 2001
U-312
AU-207
S-157
H-116
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PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR INSPECTING THE THROTTLE PEDAL PLATE ON CERTAIN 623G, 627G, 631G, AND 637G WHEEL TRACTOR-SCRAPERS |
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PROBLEM
The lot number on the throttle pedal plate identification plate needs to be inspected on certain 623G, 627G, 631G, and 637G Wheel Tractor-Scrapers. The pedal pivot on the plate assembly of the 113-4799 Pedal Assembly may not have sufficient weld. This could cause the pedal to separate from the plate assembly, which could result in loss of throttle response.AFFECTED PRODUCT
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PARTS NEEDED
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ACTION REQUIRED
See the attached procedure.OWNER NOTIFICATION
U.S. and Canadian owners will receive the attached Owner Notification.SERVICE CLAIM ALLOWANCES
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PARTS DISPOSITION
Handle the parts in accordance with your Warranty Bulletin on warranty parts handling.MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO COMPLETE THIS PROGRAM
AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
Attach. (1-Owner Notification)
(2-Rework Procedure)
COPY OF OWNER NOTIFICATION FOR U.S. AND CANADIAN OWNERS
XYZ Corporation3240 Arrow Drive
Anywhere, YZ 99999
SAFETY - PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR INSPECTING THE THROTTLE PEDAL PLATE ON CERTAIN 623G, 627G, 631G, AND 637G WHEEL TRACTOR-SCRAPERS
MODELS INVOLVED - 623G, 627G, 631G, AND 637G WHEEL TRACTOR-SCRAPERS
Dear Caterpillar Product Owner:
The lot number on the throttle pedal plate identification plate needs to be inspected on the products listed below. The pedal pivot on the plate assembly of the 113-4799 Pedal Assembly may not have sufficient weld. This could cause the pedal to separate from the plate assembly, which could result in loss of throttle response.
Contact your local Caterpillar dealer immediately to schedule this service. The dealer will advise you of the time required to complete this service. Please refer the dealer to their Service Letter dated November 14, 2001 when scheduling this service. You will not be charged for the service performed.
We regret the inconvenience this may cause you, but urge you to have this service performed for your added safety and satisfaction.
Caterpillar Inc.
Identification #(s)
Attached to November 14, 2001 Service Letter
REWORK PROCEDURE
- Check the Lot # on Identification Label. Only pedals having "L455" as the last four characters on the bottom line need to be reworked. Pedals that do not have "L455" on the label require no further action. (See Photos)
- If the pedal needs to be replaced, remove the 113-4799 Pedal Assembly from floor.
- Remove wiring harness clip from bottom plate.
- Remove treadle pin and separate the pedal assembly from the plate.
- Reinstall using new 160-6354 Plate.
