1999/10/01 Caterpillar


Optional Service Replacement Aluminum Piston Cylinder Kit Available {1241,1331}

Usage:


3406E (5EK1-80006) Truck Engines Rated at 410 or Less Horsepower

An optional service replacement aluminum piston cylinder kit is now available for 3406E (5EK1-80006) low horsepower engines (410 and less). This service replacement aluminum piston cylinder kit can be used to replace the 108-2716 or 7E-0525 Pistons (one-piece aluminum pistons) in these engines. This option is available so one or more aluminum pistons can be replaced without replacing all six aluminum pistons, which presently is the only option.

The consist of the new 177-7493 Piston Cylinder Kit, which repairs only one cylinder, is listed below. The 108-2716 Piston is only available as part of the 177-7493 Piston Cylinder Kit. The 108-2716 Piston cannot be ordered separately. All the other consist parts can be ordered separately. Reuse the current rod assembly and piston pin, if they are reusable, otherwise replace as required. The cylinder liner may be reused, refurbished or replaced as required.

Caterpillar Information System:

1999/10/01 Improved Jake Brake Solenoids For 1999 3406E Truck Engines {1119}
1999/10/01 Recommended Repairs After Cylinder Head Gasket Failure {1101}
1999/10/01 3126B Software Defect For Injection Actuation Pressure Driver Test {1920}
1999/10/01 ADEM III And ADEM 2000 Test Electronic Control Module (ECM) {1901}
1999/09/01 New Engine Flash Files Available To Allow Use Of The "Auto Retarder In Cruise" Feature With Eaton AutoShift Transmissions{1920}
1999/09/01 Peterbilt OEM Engine Wiring Harness And Related Components{1408}
1999/09/01 New 173-1530 Injector Seating Tool Group Available{0710,1290}
1999/08/01 Special Instruction Now Available For Correcting Speed Surges{1408}
1999/08/01 Extended Life Coolant - Still The Coolant Of Choice{1395}
1999/08/01 New Material Improved Durability For STAY CLEAN VALVE(r) In Caterpillar High Efficiency Fuel Filters{1262}
1999/08/01 New Service Manuals And Revised Service Manuals Available{0374,1000}
1999/07/01 New Software Release{1920}
1999/11/01 EPA Required Low NOx Rebuild Kits On Overhauled Engines{1290}
1999/11/01 138-8440 Component Cleaner May Damage Electrical Connectors{0644}
1999/11/01 Download Flash Files By Using The Caterpillar Service Information System (SIS) Or SIS Web{1901,1920}
1994/07/08 Improved Lubrication Of Attachment Coupler Bushing{5133}
1979/01/10 New Switch Assembly Used With Exhaust Gas Recirculation System
1979/01/10 Check The Adjustment Of The Original Tachometer Before A New Tachometer Is Installed
1979/01/10 New 6V87 Gauge Measures Valve Stem Wear
1979/01/10 Caution: Do Not Change Orifice In Water Outlet Of Auxiliary Pump Group
1979/01/10 Stronger Fan Adjustment Bracket Used In Fan Drive Group
1979/01/10 Improved Woodward Governor Groups
1979/01/24 A New 6V29 Sleeve Metering Fuel System Pump Roll Pin Tool Is Used To Adjust And Make A Replacement Of Roll Pins In The Fuel Injection Pump Housing
1979/01/24 Ether Starting Aid Groups Are Now Available
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