PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REMOVING THE GRAB HANDLE FROM THE CAB LADDER ON CERTAIN 12OM, 140M, AND 160M MOTOR GRADERS Caterpillar

PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REMOVING THE GRAB HANDLE FROM THE CAB LADDER ON CERTAIN 12OM, 140M, AND 160M MOTOR GRADERS

Usage:

REBE5579-00

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27Oct2009

U-359

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*Safety*	PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REMOVING THE GRAB HANDLE FROM THE CAB LADDER ON CERTAIN 12OM, 140M, AND 160M MOTOR GRADERS
7254		PI10776

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NOTE:

This Program must be administered as soon as possible. When reporting the repair, use "PI10776" 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 "PI10776" as the Part Number, "7751" as the Group Number, "96" as the Warranty Claim Description Code, and "Z" as the SIMS Description Code.

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PROBLEM

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The grab handle needs to be removed from the cab ladder on certain 120M, 140M, and 160M Motor Graders. The location of the grab handles can result in a situation where the operators weight pushes the steps under the machine which may result in personal injury or death. The grab irons mounted on the cab provide adequate secure contact points for climbing the ladder.

AFFECTED PRODUCT

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Model	Identification Number
120M	B9N00268-00269 B9W00185-00187
140M	B9G00243-00251 B9M00877-00912
160M	B9L00443-00481 B9T00154-00155

PARTS NEEDED

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Qty	Part Number	Description
4	1D4691	BOLT
In order to allow equitable parts availability to all participating dealers, please limit your initial parts order to not exceed 45% of dealership population. This is an initial order recommendation only, and the ultimate responsibility for ordering the total number of parts needed to satisfy the program lies with the dealer.

ACTION REQUIRED

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Refer to the Service Manual if/as necessary. Refer to Image 1 and perform the rework procedure below.

Remove grab handles(A) from each ladder assembly by removing the bolts that retain the grab handle.
Replace the top bolt(C) with existing 1D-4692 Bolt that was removed from the botton hole(B) and install a new 1D-4691 Bolt into the bottom hole(B).
Tighten bolts suffiently to provide 1-3 visible threads exposed through the nut.

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Image1

OWNER NOTIFICATION

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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%	100%	0%	0%	0%	0%

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NOTE: This is a 0.5-hour job

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PARTS DISPOSITION

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

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

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

XYZ Corporation
3240 Arrow Drive
Anywhere, YZ 99999

SAFETY - PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REMOVING THE GRAB HANDLE FROM THE CAB LADDER ON CERTAIN 12OM, 140M, AND 160M MOTOR GRADERS

MODELS INVOLVED - 120M, 140M, and 160M Motor Graders

Dear Caterpillar Product Owner:

The grab handle needs to be removed from the cab ladder on the products listed below. The location of the grab handles can result in a situation where the operators weight pushes the steps under the machine which may result in personal injury or death. The grab irons mounted on the cab provide adequate secure contact points for climbing the ladder. 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 27Oct2009 when scheduling this service.

We regret the inconvenience this may cause you, but urge you to have this service performed for your added safety and satisfaction.

Caterpillar Inc.

Identification #(s)

Attached to 27Oct2009 Service Letter