1978/02/06 Caterpillar

Successful Engine Service-3208 Engine Booklet Is Available{1000}

Usage:

3208 Engines;
225 Excavators;
613, 613B Tractors

The booklet "Successful Engine Service-3208 Engines", Form No. SEBD0509, is now available. The information in this booklet will help servicemen make correct diagnosis of 3208 Engine failures. It also has information to help operators and servicemen prevent failures since it gives descriptions of conditions that can cause engine failures. Damaged and worn parts are shown in color photographs that show failure and wear symptoms (signs, indications). The booklet also has illustrations and descriptions of improved parts and descriptions of tools and procedures to make diagnosis and/or repairs easier.

The booklet can be ordered on a miscellaneous order form for $1.00.

New booklet available that gives troubleshooting information on 3208 Engines.

Caterpillar Information System:

1978/02/06 Stronger Clutch Housing Used In Variable Capacity Torque Converter{3102}

1978/02/06 Add New Measurement And Identification To FT904 Backlash Indicator{0653,3258}

1978/02/06 Adjustment Of Track Tension On Machines With One Carrier Roller Per Side{4150}

1978/02/06 Silicone Sealant Is Now Used To Keep Water Out Of The Steering Clutch Case{4059,4100,4106,4115}

1978/01/30 Air Line For Air Compressor Governor Now Connected To Outlet For Wet Air Tank{4272,1065,4278}

1978/01/30 Retaining Ring Of A New Design Now Used In Torque Converter Group{3100}

1978/01/30 Do Not Change Factory Fuel Or Speed Settings On Truck Engines Unless New Settings Are Certified Under Applicable EPA Regulations{0336,0337,1257}

1978/01/30 Breather For Transmission Case Now Made Of Metal{3150}

1978/01/30 New Water Pump Cover Has A Baffle And Wall To Send Coolant Flow From Bypass Line Directly Into Water Pump{1361}

1978/01/30 New Spring Used In Belt Tightener And/Or Fan Drive Groups{1358,1359}

1978/01/30 Oil Strainer (Screen) Added To Turbocharger Thrust Bearing{1052,1053}

1978/01/30 Electric Fuel Pressure Gauge Now Used{7456}

1978/02/06 New Water Temperature Regulator Opens At 180°F (82°C){1350,1355,7304}

1978/02/06 Probable Causes Of Low Fuel Delivery During Testing On Fuel Injection Test Benches{0650,1250}

1978/02/13 Replacement Seal Group For Water Pump Impeller Now Has All The Seal Parts Plus An Installation Tool{1361,0622}

1978/02/13 Complete Set Of Contact Points For Dial Indicators Is Now Available In One Group{0653}

1978/02/13 Several Improvements Made To Lines Group In Area Of The Hitch{5057,5077}

1978/02/13 Improvements Made To Push Frame; Instructions To Make Reinforcements On Earlier Push Frames Available{6225}

1978/02/13 Strip Added Under The Hinge For The Front Windshield On ROPS Cabs{7325}

1978/02/13 Check Degree Number On Timing Fixture Plate Assemblies{0650}

1978/02/20 New Transmission Valve Groups Increase Winch Line Pull When Transmission Is In Neutral{3150,3152,3157,3167,3100}

1978/02/20 Separate Parts Of Tire Valve Group Now Available For Parts Service{4202}

1978/02/20 Reinforcements For Front Frame{7051}

1978/02/20 Improved Lift Arm And Service Brace Now Used{0643,5102,6119}