Before Starting
Usage:
Perform required periodic maintenance before starting the engine. Make a "walk-around" inspection of the installation. It only takes a few minutes to correct minor discrepancies. This can prevent major repairs at a later date.
- 1. Inspect the air cleaner service indicator (if equipped). Service the air cleaner element when the indictor shows red.
NOTE: Refer to truck manufacturer's maintenance manual, for procedure to change the air cleaner element.
- 2. Inspect the coolant level. The level must be to the bottom of the radiator filler neck.
- 3. Measure the crankcase oil level. The oil level must be between the ADD and FULL marks on the dipstick.
- 4. Disconnect any battery chargers that are not protected against the starter current drain.
Caterpillar Information System:
3306 TRUCK ENGINE Safety
3306 TRUCK ENGINE Model View
3306 TRUCK ENGINE General Information
3306 TRUCK ENGINE Emergency Service (U.S.A. Only)
3306 TRUCK ENGINE Foreword
D346, D348 & D349 VEHICULAR ENGINES When Required
D346, D348 & D349 VEHICULAR ENGINES Every 2000 Service Meter Units or 1 Year
D346, D348 & D349 VEHICULAR ENGINES Every 1000 Service Meter Units or 6 Months
D346, D348 & D349 VEHICULAR ENGINES Every 500 Service Meter Units or 3 Months
D346, D348 & D349 VEHICULAR ENGINES Every 250 Service Meter Units or Monthly
D346, D348 & D349 VEHICULAR ENGINES Every 125 Service Meter Units or 2 Weeks
D346, D348 & D349 VEHICULAR ENGINES Every 50 Service Meter Units or Weekly
3306 TRUCK ENGINE Starting the Engine
3306 TRUCK ENGINE Operating the Engine
3306 TRUCK ENGINE Stopping the Engine
3306 TRUCK ENGINE Maintenance Recommendations
3306 TRUCK ENGINE Engine Specifications
3306 TRUCK ENGINE Recommended Lubricants, Fuels, and Coolants
3306 TRUCK ENGINE Lubrication and Maintenance Chart
3306 TRUCK ENGINE Every 400 Miles or Daily Whichever Occurs First
3306 TRUCK ENGINE Engine Crankcase
3306 TRUCK ENGINE Every 10,000 Miles or 250 Service Hours Whichever Occurs First
3306 TRUCK ENGINE Every 20,000 Miles or 500 Service Hours Whichever Occurs First
3306 TRUCK ENGINE Every 30,000 Miles or 750 Service Hours Whichever Occurs First