- Wheel Dozer
- 844K (S/N: MBE1-UP; M4R1-UP; KLS1-UP; K4Y1-UP)
Introduction
Inspections are the most basic form of condition monitoring. Inspections are easy to do and surprisingly effective at helping you spot equipment health issues. Proactive monitoring and analysis of equipment information will allow Dealers to intervene effectively before problems occur.
Note: Before adjusting product settings to comply with listed baseline TA2 values, consult SIS for the latest specification values.
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Electrical System
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Table 1
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Inspect Battery Cables |
Cables between the battery, the starter, and the engine ground must be the correct size. Wires and cables must be free of corrosion. Wires and cables must have cable support clamps in order to prevent stress on battery connections (terminals). |
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Battery Test |
12.4 VDC or more |
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Refer to Special Instruction, SEHS7633, "Battery Test Procedure". |
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Charging System Test |
28 ± 1 V |
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Refer to Special Instruction, REHS0354, "Charging System Troubleshooting". |
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Electric Starting System Test |
12 to 16 V at −23° C (−10° F) to −7° C (19° F) |
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14 to 18 V at −7° C (19° F) to 10° C (50° F) |
16 to 24 V at 10° C (50° F) to 27° C (80° F) |
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Engine
Cooling System
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Table 2
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Radiator Pressure Relief (Radiator Cap)(2) |
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Freezing Point of Engine Coolant |
- |
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Conditioner Test of Engine Coolant |
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Belt Tension |
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Difference between the Upper and Lower Radiator Tank Temperatures |
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Jacket Water Inlet Temperature from Cooling System |
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Test for the pressure that is listed on the cap. |
Fuel System
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Table 3
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Fuel System Pressure at LOW IDLE |
650 ± 50 kPa (94 ± 7 psi) |
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Fuel System Pressure at HIGH IDLE |
705 ± 50 kPa (102 ± 7 psi) |
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Basic Engine
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Table 4
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Engine Speed at Low Idle |
700 ± 10 RPM |
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Engine Speed at High Idle |
2010 ± 40 RPM |
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Lubrication System
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Table 5
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Engine Oil Pressure at LOW IDLE |
283 kPa (41 psi) |
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Engine Oil Pressure |
476 kPa (69 psi) |
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Air Inlet and Exhaust System
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Table 6
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Torque Converter Stall Oil Temperature |
60° to 121°C (140° to 219°F) |
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Torque Converter Stall Speed |
1990 +10 - 65 rpm |
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Torque Converter Double Stall Oil Temperature |
93° ± 17°C (199° ± 30°F) |
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Torque Converter Double Stall Speed |
1428 ± 100 rpm |
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Cylinder # 1 Exhaust Temperature(2) |
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Cylinder # 2 Exhaust Temperature ***#i05833739/d2046e1007*** |
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Cylinder # 3 Exhaust Temperature ***#i05833739/d2046e1007*** |
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Cylinder # 4 Exhaust Temperature ***#i05833739/d2046e1007*** |
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Cylinder # 5 Exhaust Temperature ***#i05833739/d2046e1007*** |
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Cylinder # 6 Exhaust Temperature ***#i05833739/d2046e1007*** |
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Cylinder # 7 Exhaust Temperature ***#i05833739/d2046e1007*** |
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Cylinder # 8 Exhaust Temperature ***#i05833739/d2046e1007*** |
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Compare the exhaust temperature variance at each exhaust port. |
Brake Performance Checks
Reference: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, SEBU9122, "Braking System - Test" for more detail on the following test.
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Table 7
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Brake Accumulator - Test |
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Service Brake Holding Ability Test |
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Parking Brake Holding Ability Test |
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Steering Performance Checks
Reference: Refer to Testing & Adjusting, UENR4599, "Machine Systems" for more detail on the following test.
Steering Time - Check and Adjust
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Table 8
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Left/Right Steering Time for a Full Turn from Stop to Stop (LOW IDLE) |
7.4 ± 0.6 seconds |
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Left/Right Steering Time for a Full Turn from Stop to Stop (HIGH IDLE) |
3.7 ± 0.3 seconds |
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Left Turn/Right Turn Time Difference |
0.3 sec |
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Left Turn/Right Turn Time Difference (While the services brakes are engaged) |
0.2 sec |
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Hydraulic System
Reference: Refer to Testing & Adjusting, UENR4599, "Machine Systems" for more detail on the following test.
Pilot Oil Accumulator (Dead Engine, Lift Arm Lower) - Test and Charge
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Table 9
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Pilot System Pressure at Low Idle |
3700 ± 500 kPa (537 ± 73 psi) |
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Pilot Oil Accumulator - Test and Charge
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Table 10
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Pilot Oil Accumulator Pre Charge Pressure |
2000 ± 100 kPa (290 ± 15 psi) |
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Pilot Pressure - Check
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Table 11
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Pilot Pressure at Low Idle |
3705 ± 605 kPa (540 ± 90 psi) |
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Tilt Control Valve (Dual) - Check
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Table 12
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Dual Tilt Control Valve Pressure |
14000 kPa (2031 psi) |
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Pilot Control Actuator Pressure - Check
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Table 13
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Pilot Control Actuator Pressure |
20150 ± 690 kPa (2923 ± 100 psi) |
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Relief Valve (Line) - Test and Adjust
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Table 14
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Lift Relief Valve Pressure |
18650 ± 690 kPa (2705 ± 100 psi) |
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Tilt Relief Valve Pressure |
20150 ± 690 kPa (2923 ± 100 psi) |
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Braking and Hydraulic Fan System
Reference: Refer to Testing & Adjusting, UENR4599, "Machine Systems" for more detail on the following test.
Piston Pump Cutoff Pressure (Hydraulic Fan) - Test and Adjust
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Table 15
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Fan Cut Off Pressure at High Idle |
27700 ± 500 kPa (4018 ± 73 psi) |
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Hydraulic Fan Speed - Test and Adjust
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Table 16
854K Hydraulic Fan Speeds (1) |
Altitude |
844K Standard |
Target Max Fan Speed |
240 m (787 ft) |
950 rpm |
500 m (1640 ft) |
970 rpm |
1000 m (3281 ft) |
1000 rpm |
1500 m (4921 ft) |
1020 rpm |
2000 m (6562 ft) |
1060 rpm |
2500 m (8202 ft) |
1090 rpm |
3000 m (9842 ft) |
1130 rpm |
3500 m (11483 ft) |
1160 rpm |
4000 m (13123 ft) |
1200 rpm |
4500 m (14764 ft) |
1240 rpm |
5000 m (16404 ft) |
1290 rpm |
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The hydraulic fan speed is at high RPM. Calibration of the Hydraulic Fan System is done through Caterpillar Electronic Technician. |
Pump Performance (Pilot, Brake) - Test
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Table 17
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Combination Valve Cut Out Pressure |
14600 kPa (2125 psi) |
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Brake System Pressure |
6900 kPa (1000 psi) |
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Service Brake System Pressure - Test
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Table 18
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Front Service Brake Valve Pressure |
4310 ± 350 kPa (625 ± 50 psi) |
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Rear Service Brake Valve Pressure |
4520 ± 380 kPa (656 ± 55 psi) |
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Brake Accumulator - Test and Charge
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Table 19
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Brake Accumulator Pressure |
15650 to 16350 kPa (2270 to 2371 psi) |
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Steering System
Reference: Refer to Testing & Adjusting, UENR4599, "Machine Systems" for more detail on the following test.
Pump Performance (Steering) - Test
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Table 20
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Steering Time |
3.7 ± 0.3 seconds |
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Steering System Pressure (High Pressure Stall) - Test and Adjust
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Table 21
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Steering System Pressure at HIGH IDLE |
31000 ± 750 kPa (4500 ± 110 psi) |
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Piston Pump (Steering) Margin Pressure - Test and Adjust
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Table 22
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Flow Compensator Valve Pressure |
2100 ± 100 kPa (305 ± 15 psi) |
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Relief Valve (Steering Cylinder Crossover) - Test and Adjust
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Table 23
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Relief Valve Pressure |
34500 ± 700 kPa (5004 ± 102 psi) |
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Relief Valve (Pump Backup) - Test and Adjust
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Table 24
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Steering Backup Relief Valve Pressure |
34500 ± 700 kPa (5004 ± 102 psi) |
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Relief Valve (Secondary Steering) - Test and Adjust
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Table 25
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Secondary Steering Relief Valve Pressure |
17300 ± 700 kPa (2510 ± 100 psi) |
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Power Train System
Reference: Refer to Testing & Adjusting, UENR4599, "Machine Systems" for more detail on the following test.
Torque Converter Impeller Clutch Pressure - Test
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Table 26
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Lockup Clutch Pressure at Pressure Tap (A) |
2550 ± 140 kPa (370 ± 20 psi)(2) |
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Torque Converter Inlet Pressure at Pressure Tap (C) |
930 kPa (135 psi) |
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Impeller Clutch Pressure at Pressure Tap (D) |
1950 kPa (285 psi)(3) |
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Maximum Torque Converter Outlet at Pressure Tap (G) |
550 kPa (80 psi)(4) |
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Minimum Torque Converter Outlet at Pressure Tap (G) |
415 kPa (60 psi) ***#i05833739/d2046e3399*** |
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Pressure is less than 170 kPa (25 psi) when the solenoid is not activated. |
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Pressure with the left brake pedal fully depressed is 220 ± 150 kPa (32 ± 22 psi). |
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These pressures are for a machine in third speed, with activated brakes, with installed axle shafts, and with the converter in a stall condition.) |
Torque Converter Stall - Test
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Table 27
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Torque Converter Stall Speed |
1990 +10 - 65 rpm |
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Torque Convertor Double Stall Speed |
1428 ± 100 rpm |
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Torque Converter Lockup Clutch Pressure - Test
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Table 28
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Lockup Clutch Pressure at Pressure Tap (A) |
2550 ± 140 kPa (370 ± 20 psi)(2) |
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Torque Converter Inlet Pressure at Pressure Tap (C) |
930 kPa (135 psi) |
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Impeller Clutch Pressure at Pressure Tap (D) |
2500 ± 140 kPa (370 ± 20 psi)(3) |
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Maximum Torque Converter Outlet at Pressure Tap (G) |
550 kPa (80 psi)(4) |
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Minimum Torque Converter Outlet at Pressure Tap (G) |
415 kPa (60 psi) ***#i05833739/d2046e3734*** |
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Pressure is less than 170 kPa (25 psi) when the solenoid is not activated. |
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Pressure with the left brake pedal fully depressed is 130 kPa (19 psi) minimum and 400 kPa (58 psi) maximum. |
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These pressures are for a machine in third speed, with activated brakes, with installed axle shafts, and with the converter in a stall condition.) |
Transmission Pressures - Test and Adjust
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Table 29
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Speed Clutch Initial Pressure (P1) at Pressure Tap (F) at LOW IDLE |
530 ± 20 kPa (76 ± 3 psi) Maximum |
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Speed Clutch Pressure (P1) at Pressure Tap (F) at HIGH IDLE |
2800 ± 140 kPa (406 ± 20 psi) |
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Speed Clutch Pressure (P1) at Pressure Tap (F) at LOW IDLE |
must not be more than 350 kPa (50 psi) below the pressure at high idle |
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Direction Clutch Pressure (P2) at Pressure Tap (J) |
380 ± 35 kPa (55 ± 5 psi) lower than the speed clutch pressure at pressure tap (F) |
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Transmission Lubrication Oil Pressure at HIGH IDLE |
135 kPa (20 psi) minimum |
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S·O·S Samples
Reference: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, SEBU9122, "Maintenance Interval Schedule" for more detail on performing S.O.S samples.
Engine Oil Sample
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Table 30
Status(1) |
Description |
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Comments |
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Engine Oil Sample |
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Engine Coolant Sample
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Table 31
Status(1) |
Description |
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Comments |
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Engine Coolant Sample |
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Hydraulic Oil Sample
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Table 32
Status(1) |
Description |
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Comments |
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Hydraulic Oil Sample |
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Differential & Final Drive Oil Samples (Inboard Final Drives)
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Table 33
Status(1) |
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Comments |
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Front Differential & Final Drive Oil Sample |
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Rear Differential & Final Drive Oil Sample |
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Differential & Final Drive Oil Samples (Outboard Final Drives)
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Table 34
Status(1) |
Description |
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Comments |
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Front Differential Oil Sample |
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Rear Differential Oil Sample |
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Left Front Final Drive Oil Sample |
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Right Front Final Drive Oil Sample |
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Left Rear Final Drive Oil Sample |
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Right Rear Final Drive Oil Sample |
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Transmission/Torque Converter Oil Sample
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Table 35
Status(1) |
Description |
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Comments |
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Transmission/Torque Converter Oil Sample |
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