PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR UPDATING ENGINE SOFTWARE FOR CERTAIN 365CL AND 385CL EXCAVATORS AND CERTAIN AP-1000D AND AP-1055D ASPHALT PAVERS Caterpillar

PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR UPDATING ENGINE SOFTWARE FOR CERTAIN 365CL AND 385CL EXCAVATORS AND CERTAIN AP-1000D AND AP-1055D ASPHALT PAVERS

Usage:

SEBE9331

September 13, 2005
U-298
O-243

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*Priority*	PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR UPDATING ENGINE SOFTWARE FOR CERTAIN 365CL AND 385CL EXCAVATORS AND CERTAIN AP-1000D AND AP-1055D ASPHALT PAVERS
7620		PI30865

NOTE: This Program must be administered as soon as possible. When reporting the repair, use "PI30865" as the Part number and "7751" as the Group Number, "56" as the Warranty Claim Description Code and "T" as the SIMS Description Code. Exception: If the repair is done after failure, use "PI30865" as the Part Number, "7751" as the Group Number, "96" as the Warranty Claim Description Code, and "Z" as the SIMS Description Code.

NOTE: The information supplied in this service letter may not be valid after the termination date of this program. Do not perform the work outlined in this Service Letter after the termination date without first contacting your Caterpillar product analyst.

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COMPLETION DATE	TERMINATION DATE
March 31, 2006	September 30, 2006

PROBLEM

Current engine software may allow loss of engine speed control during reset. Air, fuel, or electrical power to the engine will then need to be shut-off to stop the engine.

AFFECTED PRODUCT

****Group 1****

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Model	Identification Number
385C	EDA190, 191

****Group 2****

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Model	Identification Number
365C	MCS00180, 181, 184, 185, 187-189, 196

****Group 3****

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Model	Identification Number
365C	MEM174, 175, 178, 183

****Group 4****

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Model	Identification Number
AP-1000D	EAD100
AP-1055D	FAC00200, 201, 203-208, 222

PARTS NEEDED

****Group 1****

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Flash File Number	Description
2658994	Software Gp.

****Group 2****

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Flash File Number	Description
2666522	Software Gp.

****Group 3****

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Flash File Number	Description
2666523	Software Gp.

****Group 4****

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Flash File Number	Description
*2739972	Software Gp.

*NOTE: Group 4 also needs the appropriate injector trim files.

ACTION REQUIRED

Flash the appropriate engine software from each group and re-flash the injector trim files for Group 4.

OWNER NOTIFICATION

U.S. and Canadian owners will receive the attached Owner Notification.

SERVICE CLAIM ALLOWANCES

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Caterpillar		Dealer Suggested		Customer Suggested
Parts	Labor Hrs.	Parts	Labor Hrs.	Parts	Labor Hrs.
100%	1.0	0	0	0	0
NOTE: This is a 1.0 hour job. NOTE: U.S. and Canadian Dealers Only - Eligible dealers may enter a Type 2 SIMS Report

PARTS DISPOSITION

Handle the parts in accordance with your Warranty Bulletin on warranty parts handling.

MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO COMPLETE THIS PROGRAM AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Attach. (1-Owner Notification)

COPY OF OWNER NOTIFICATION FOR U.S. AND CANADIAN OWNERS

XYZ Corporation
3240 Arrow Drive
Anywhere, YZ 99999

PRIORITY - PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR UPDATING ENGINE SOFTWARE

MODELS INVOLVED - CERTAIN 365CL AND 385CL EXCAVATORS AND CERTAIN AP-1000D AND AP-1055D ASPHALT PAVERS

Dear Caterpillar Product Owner:

Current engine software may allow loss of engine speed control. Air, fuel, or electrical power to the engine will then need to be shut-off to stop the engine. New software files need to be installed on the products listed below. You will not be charged for the service performed.

Contact your local Caterpillar dealer immediately to schedule this service. The dealer will advise you of the time required to complete this service. Please refer the dealer to their Service Letter dated September 13, 2005 when scheduling this service.

We regret the inconvenience this may cause you, but urge you to have this service performed as soon as possible to prevent unscheduled downtime.

Caterpillar Inc.

Identification #(s)

Attached to September 13, 2005 Service Letter