G3304 and G3306 Engines Caterpillar


Measuring Inlet Manifold Pressure

Usage:

G3306 07Y

Table 1
Tools Needed  Quantity 
1U-5470  Engine Pressure Group 

The inlet manifold air pressure is a good indication of the engine load.



Illustration 1g00810400
(1) Air inlet on the cylinder head
(2) Inlet air manifold
(3) Plug

To measure the inlet manifold air pressure, remove plug (3) from inlet air manifold (2). Connect a line from the opening to an absolute pressure gauge in the 1U-5470 Engine Pressure Group. Operate the engine under a load.

For information on using inlet manifold air pressure to estimate the load, refer to Special Instruction, SEHS7341.

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