1989/12/01 Caterpillar


Additional Information For Checking Valve Camshaft Timing

Usage:


3406 and 3406B Truck Engines

Reference: Service Manuals for all 3406 and 3406B Truck Engines.

The current specifications to check the valve cam timing on 3406B Truck Engines are accurate, but may be difficult to measure in the field. The following factory procedures compliment the steps provided in the Service Manual.

Factory Procedure For Checking Correct Cam And Correct Cam Timing

1. Set the No. 3 intake bridge adjustment.

2. Set the No. 3 intake valve clearance.

3. Install the pin in the flywheel with No. 1 piston at top dead center, firing.

4. Install the dial indicator (magnetic base) to No. 3 intake bridge.

5. Set the gauge at zero and rotate the engine in the normal direction of operation wise from the rear) until dial travel stops.

The chart illustrates correct settings.

Caterpillar Information System:

1989/12/01 New Camshaft And Lifter Kits Available For Slipper Type Cam Followers (Valve Lifters)
1989/11/01 Failures Of Unit Injector O-Ring Seals
1989/11/01 Electrostatic Painting And/Or Incorrect Welding Can Cause Permanent Damage To Electronic Control Module (ECM)
1989/11/01 Effective Dates, Serial Numbers And Features Of PEEC Personality Modules
1989/10/01 New Connecting Rod And Main Bearing Kits Available
1989/10/01 Service Program Modules Must Be Ordered By Literature Form Numbers
1989/10/01 New Service Tools Available
1989/10/01 Engine Coolant Can Be Recycled
1989/09/01 New Service Tools Available
1989/09/01 List Of Service Publications
1989/09/01 Plasma Top Piston Rings Replace Chrome Rings
1989/08/01 New Directory For Performance Analysis Report (PAR) Dealers (North America)
1989/12/01 New Turbocharger, Piston And Fuel Ratio Control Used
1989/12/01 List Of Service Publications
1990/01/01 New Valve Assembly And Washer Used In Fuel Transfer Pump Group
1990/01/01 Correct Throttle Linkage Adjustment
1990/01/01 New Head Gasket Used On 3306B Truck Engines
1990/01/01 New Cooling System Cleaner Available For All Engines
1990/01/01 Separate Service Manual Microfiche Library Available For Engines Only
1990/02/01 Improvements Made To Water Pumps; New Groups/Parts Available For Certain Applications
1990/02/01 New Water Temperature Regulator Used
1990/02/01 Improved 1W2076 Cover Used In Fuel Ratio Control Group
1990/02/01 New Exhaust Manifold Stud Available
1990/02/01 Improved Head Gasket Used; Service Tips
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