1982/04/19 Caterpillar

Improvements Made To 6V3000 Sure Seal Repair Kit{0611,1408}

Usage:

The 6V3000 Sure Seal Repair Kit is used to make field repairs on any electrical wiring harness which has Sure Seal Connectors. Also, the kit can be used to make up new wiring harnesses for attachments or modifications to vehicles.

Improvements have been made to the 6V3000 Sure Seal Repair Kit which makes it easier to use. The kit now has a new 6V3008 Insertion Tool, a 6V3001 Contact Insertion Tool and extra Sure Seal connector parts. Also, the kit has a space for rubber lubricant. The 6V3002 Tool, 6V3003 Block and 6V3004, 6V3005 and 6V3006 Guards have been removed from the kit.

Because of the improvements made to the 6V3000 Sure Seal Repair Kit, different instructions are needed for use of the new tools. Special Instruction, Form No. SMHS7531-01 gives complete instructions for use of the new tools in the kit.

Caterpillar Information System:

1982/04/12 Use Correct Size Bolt To Install 5P9736, 6V2156 Or 6V2157 Link Brackets{0644}

1982/04/12 New Seals Improve Pressure Regulator Group{3185,3012}

1982/04/12 Make Sure Hydraulic Pumps Are Installed Correctly{5055,5070,5073}

1982/04/12 Lock Screw For Threaded Crown On Hydraulic Cylinders No Longer Used{5000}

1982/04/12 Use Correct Part Numbers For Main And Connecting Rod Bearings{1230,1203,1219}

1982/04/12 Pressure Regulator Group Now Available For Parts Service{3152,3185,3166,3012}

1982/04/05 Reminder: Check Valve Lash Adjustment At Correct Intervals{1102}

1982/04/05 Conversion Of 49-State 3406 Truck Engine From 283 kW (380 hp) To 298 kW (400 hp) Arrangements{1000}

1982/04/05 Lubricant Recommendations Have Been Changed For Vehicular Products{0680,0374,0375,3004,1318,5060}

1982/03/29 Twisted Port Plate Can Cause Excessive Case Drain From Piston Pump Or Motor{5058,5070}

1982/03/29 New Regulator Group Increases Coolant Flow To Cab Heater, Prevents Overcooling{1355}

1982/03/29 Multi-Piece Wheel Rims; Caution Must Be Used{4202,4201}

1982/04/19 New Broken Link Spring Used In Governor{1264}

1982/04/26 Improved Relief Valve Guide Decreases Maximum Oil Pressure During Cold Weather Starts{1315,1304}

1982/04/26 Expansion Tank Changed To Permit Installation Of Water Level Gauge{1354,7470}

1982/05/03 6V4960 AC Current Probe Will Measure Current Easier{0652}

1982/05/03 Use New Special Instruction To Install 5P6595 Insert In Cylinder Liner Seats{1216,0621}

1982/05/03 New 6V4950 Injection Line Speed Pickup Group Used With 6V2100 Multitach{0651}

1982/05/03 Lubricant Recommendations Changed For All Caterpillar Engines To Combat Effects Of Fuel Sulfur{1318,0375,0374,1280}

1982/05/03 Use New 6V4910 Clamp-On Ammeter For Easier Electrical Current Measurement{0651}

1982/05/03 Use The Correct BrakeSaver Seal Group{1155}

1982/05/03 Use 6V6018 Skiving Vise To Hold XT Hose Assemblies{0623,0626,7554}

1982/05/03 Inspection Marks On Bearings{7551,1230,1226,1203,1219,1227}

1982/05/10 Larger Press And Improved Tooling Now Available To Fabricate XT Hose{0623,0624,0664}