3126B Truck Engine Caterpillar


Refill Capacities

Usage:

3126E LEF

Lubrication System

The refill capacities for the engine crankcase reflect the approximate capacity of the crankcase or sump plus standard oil filters. Auxiliary oil filter systems will require additional oil. Refer to the OEM specifications for the capacity of the auxiliary oil filter. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Lubricant Specifications" (Maintenance Section) for more information.

Table 1
3126B and 3126E Truck Engine
Approximate Refill Capacities    
Compartment or System     Liters     Quarts    
Shallow Oil Sump (1)     21     22    
Deep Oil Sump (1)     28     30    
( 1 ) These values are the approximate capacities for the crankcase oil sump which include the standard oil filters that are installed at the factory. Engines with auxiliary oil filters will require additional oil. Refer to the OEM specifications for the capacity of the auxiliary oil filter.



Illustration 1g00426230

(1) Shallow oil sump

(2) Deep oil sump

Cooling System

To maintain the cooling system, the Total Cooling System capacity must be known. The capacity of the Total Cooling System will vary. The capacity will depend on the size of the radiator (capacity) that is provided by the vehicle manufacturer. Table 2 should be completed by the customer for the maintenance of the cooling system. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Cooling System Specifications" (Maintenance Section) for more information.

Table 2
3126B and 3126E Truck Engine
Approximate Refill Capacities    
Compartment or System     Liters     Quarts    
Total Cooling System            

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