Cold Weather Starting
Note: Oil pan immersion heaters are not recommended for heating the lube oil. To ensure the compatibility of the components, only use equipment that is recommended by Caterpillar.
A jacket water heater is required for starting in temperatures as low as
Air starting motors may require a larger volume of starting air and/or a higher air pressure in order to start the engine at colder temperatures.
For electric starting, extra battery capacity may be necessary.
Consult your Cat dealer for more information on the starting aids that are available for cold weather starting.
Caterpillar Information System:
C4.4 Marine Generator Set Auxiliary Water Pump
3512C HD and 3516C HD IPP Rental Power Modules Prelubrication - Test
XQC1200 and XQC1600 Power Modules Fuel Priming Pump - Remove and Install
390F Excavator Machine Systems Fan Reversing Valve - Assemble
XQC1200 and XQC1600 Power Modules Electronic Control Module (Engine) - Remove and Install
826K Landfill Compactor DEF Manifold Filters - Replace - Emission Related Component
C9 Generator Set Maintenance Interval Schedule - Prime Power
XQC1200 and XQC1600 Power Modules Electric Starting Motor - Remove and Install
390F Excavator Machine Systems Fan Reversing Valve - Disassemble
C4.4 Marine Generator Set Crankshaft Pulley
Turbocharger Water Vent Lines on C175-20 60 Hz Generator Sets{1052, 1380} Turbocharger Water Vent Lines on C175-20 60 Hz Generator Sets{1052, 1380}
C4.4 Marine Generator Set Belt Tensioner
G3306B Generator Sets Starting with Jump Start Cables
G3306B Generator Sets Emergency Stopping
C4.4 Marine Generator Set Engine Barring Group
390F Excavator Machine Systems Main Control Valve - Remove and Install
Cat® Command For Hauling E1486
Cat® Command For Hauling E1487
Cat® Command For Hauling E1488
Cat® Command For Hauling E1489
Cat® Command For Hauling E1490
Cat® Command For Hauling E1491
Cat® Command For Hauling E1492
Cat® Command For Hauling E1493