Maintenance Interval Schedule
Ensure that all safety information, warnings, and instructions are read and understood before any operation or any maintenance procedures are performed. The user is responsible for the performance of maintenance, including all adjustments, the use of proper lubricants, fluids, filters, and the installation of new components due to normal wear and aging. The performance of this product may be diminished if proper maintenance intervals and procedures are not followed. Components may experience accelerated wear if proper maintenance intervals and procedures are not followed.
Engine - Clean
Engine Oil Level Gauge - Calibrate
Engine Storage Procedure - Check
Fuel System - Prime
Heat Exchanger - Inspect
Maintenance Recommendations
Sea Water Strainer - Clean/Inspect
Zinc Rods - Inspect/Replace
Cooling System Coolant Level - Check
Engine Air Cleaner Service Indicator - Inspect
Engine Oil Level - Check
Walk-Around Inspection
Sea Water Strainer - Clean/Inspect
Zinc Rods - Inspect/Replace
Fuel Injector - Inspect/Adjust
Cooling System Supplemental Coolant Additive (SCA) - Test/Add
Engine - Clean
Engine Air Cleaner Element - Clean/Replace
Engine Oil Sample - Obtain
Engine Oil and Filter - Change
Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace
Fuel Tank Water and Sediment - Drain
Hoses and Clamps - Inspect/Replace
Closed Crankcase Ventilation (CCV) Fumes Disposal Filter - Replace
Heat Exchanger - Inspect
Turbocharger - Inspect
Cooling System Coolant (DEAC) - Change
Cooling System Water Temperature Regulator - Replace
Crankshaft Vibration Damper - Inspect
Engine Crankcase Breather - Clean
Engine Mounts - Inspect
Engine Speed/Timing Sensor - Clean/Inspect
Engine Valve Lash - Inspect/Adjust
Engine Valve Rotators - Inspect
Fuel Injector - Inspect/Adjust
Starting Motor - Inspect
Maintenance Recommendations
Overhaul (Top End)
Water Pump - Inspect
Every
Maintenance Recommendations
Overhaul (Major)
Note: Use whichever of the following that occurs first in order to determine the maintenance intervals: fuel consumption , service hours and calendar time . Before each consecutive interval is performed, all maintenance from the previous intervals must be performed.
Products that operate in severe operating conditions may require more frequent maintenance.
When Required
Battery or Battery Cable - DisconnectEngine - Clean
Engine Oil Level Gauge - Calibrate
Engine Storage Procedure - Check
Fuel System - Prime
Heat Exchanger - Inspect
Maintenance Recommendations
Sea Water Strainer - Clean/Inspect
Zinc Rods - Inspect/Replace
Daily
Closed Crankcase Ventilation (CCV) Filter Service Indicator - InspectCooling System Coolant Level - Check
Engine Air Cleaner Service Indicator - Inspect
Engine Oil Level - Check
Walk-Around Inspection
Initial 20 to 40 Service Hours
Belts - Inspect/Adjust/ReplaceEvery 50 Service Hours or Weekly
Aftercooler Condensate Drain Valve - Inspect/CleanSea Water Strainer - Clean/Inspect
Zinc Rods - Inspect/Replace
Initial 500 Hours (for New Systems, Refilled Systems, and Converted Systems)
Cooling System Coolant Sample (Level 2) - ObtainEvery 500 Service Hours
Cooling System Coolant Sample (Level 1) - ObtainEvery Year
Cooling System Coolant Sample (Level 2) - ObtainEvery 6000 Service Hours or 3 Years
Cooling System Coolant Extender (ELC) - AddEvery 12 000 Service Hours or 6 Years
Cooling System Coolant (ELC) - ChangeFirst 14 400 L (3750 US gal) of Fuel or 250 Service Hours
Engine Valve Lash - Inspect/AdjustFuel Injector - Inspect/Adjust
Every 14 400 L (3750 US gal) of Fuel or 250 Service Hours or 1 Year
Belts - Inspect/Adjust/ReplaceCooling System Supplemental Coolant Additive (SCA) - Test/Add
Engine - Clean
Engine Air Cleaner Element - Clean/Replace
Engine Oil Sample - Obtain
Engine Oil and Filter - Change
Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace
Fuel Tank Water and Sediment - Drain
Hoses and Clamps - Inspect/Replace
Every 57 000 L (15 000 US gal) of Fuel or 1000 Service Hours
Aftercooler Core - Clean/TestClosed Crankcase Ventilation (CCV) Fumes Disposal Filter - Replace
Heat Exchanger - Inspect
Turbocharger - Inspect
Every 170 400 L (45 000 US gal) of Fuel or 3000 Service Hours
Auxiliary Water Pump (Bronze Impeller) - InspectCooling System Coolant (DEAC) - Change
Cooling System Water Temperature Regulator - Replace
Crankshaft Vibration Damper - Inspect
Engine Crankcase Breather - Clean
Engine Mounts - Inspect
Engine Speed/Timing Sensor - Clean/Inspect
Engine Valve Lash - Inspect/Adjust
Engine Valve Rotators - Inspect
Fuel Injector - Inspect/Adjust
Starting Motor - Inspect
Every 284 000 L (75 000 US gal) of Fuel or 5000 Service Hours
Alternator - InspectMaintenance Recommendations
Overhaul (Top End)
Water Pump - Inspect
Every 570 000 L (150 000 US gal) of Fuel or 10 000 Service Hours
Maintenance Recommendations
Overhaul (Major)
Caterpillar Information System:
C32 Auxiliary Engine Emergency Stopping
3508, 3512 and 3516 Generator Set Engines Connecting Rod Bearings - Remove and Install
3508, 3512 and 3516 Generator Set Engines Cylinder Head - Assemble
C175-16 PETROLEUM ENGINES Flywheel - Remove and Install
3508, 3512 and 3516 Generator Set Engines Cylinder Head - Disassemble
2010/01/13 New Flame Detection Temperature Sensors Are Available for Certain C13 and C15 On-Highway Engines {108B, 108E, 108M}
2009/12/01 A New Heat Shield Is Available for Some C18 Engines {1067}
C13, C15, and C18 Tier 4 Interim Engines Shutdown (Ground Level) - Test
349F and 352F Excavators Air Conditioning and Heating Control
C7.1 Industrial Engine and Generator Set Diesel Particulate Filter Temperature Is High
793F Off-Highway Truck Engine Supplement Fuel Filter (Primary) and Fuel Filter Base - Remove and Install
349F and 352F Excavators Seat
C13 Industrial Engines Engine Oil Pan
C13 Industrial Engines Engine Oil Pan
C13 Industrial Engines Engine Oil Pan
3508, 3512 and 3516 Generator Set Engines Balancer Group (Front) - Remove and Install - 3508 Engine
G3500B Engines Engine Governing - Adjust
Hydraulic Excavator Idler Disassembly and Assembly Procedures {0729, 4159} Hydraulic Excavator Idler Disassembly and Assembly Procedures {0729, 4159}
2009/12/03 Gasket for the Water Pump on 3054C, 3054E, C4.4 and C6.6 Engines {1361, 1395, 7555}
3508, 3512 and 3516 Generator Set Engines Gear Group (Rear) - Remove and Install
120M, 12M, 140M and 160M Motor Graders Machine Systems Position Sensor (Articulation)
CG137-08 and CG137-12 Industrial Engines Gas Pressure Regulator
UPSB130 Uninterruptible Power Supply Regulatory Compliance
C13, C15, and C18 Engines for Caterpillar Built Machines Cooling Fan - Calibrate