New Camshaft Gasket Used In Front Housing Groups {1150,1162,1166}
Usage:
3176B (3NL) Industrial, 3176B (9WK) Marine Engines
Description of Change: A new camshaft gasket is used in the front cover groups on these engines. The new three-piece embossed gasket provides improved sealing capability during thermal expansion and contraction.
Adaptable To: The new 151-2909 Gasket is a direct replacement for the former 101-1287 Gasket in 3176B (3NL) Industrial Engines and the former 103-0731 Gasket in 3176B (9WK) Marine Engines. The former gaskets are canceled.
Caterpillar Information System:
1998/07/01 New Basic Water Pump Groups Used In Engine Water Pump Groups {1361}
1998/07/01 Improved Fuel Lift Pump For 3054 Engines {1250,1256,1258}
1998/06/01 Correction To Service Manual Module, RENR1253, Electronic Modular Control Panel II+ (EMCP II+) For MUI Engines{4490}
1998/06/01 New 157-1946 Air And Temperature Control Group (Cabinet Cooler) Available For Marine Monitoring System (MMS){7451}
1998/06/01 Improved Gas And Air Pressure Module{1901}
1998/06/01 New Variable Timing Control Box Assemblies (Magneto Interface Boxes) Provide Increased Moisture Resistance{1552}
1998/06/01 Replacement 124-3548 Mini Fuse Available For Caterpillar Ignition System (CIS){1550}
1998/06/01 New Cable Tray Mounting Groups Are Used For Wiring{1408}
1998/06/01 New Wiring Harness Allows Detonation Mixing Control System Retrofits{1408}
1998/06/01 Revised Oil Filter Change Valve Provides Improved Sealing{1306,1308}
1998/06/01 Procedure To Shut Off Oil Mister Pump{1304}
1998/06/01 Valve For Oil Sampling Is Standard On All 3600 Diesel Engines{1300,1307,1348,7524,7571,7577}
1998/07/01 Be Sure To Heat The Gear To The Correct Temperature When Installing The Crankshaft Gear {1204}
1998/07/01 Priming The 144-0835 Unit Injector Hydraulic Pump {1714}
1998/07/01 114-2410 Digital Pyrometer Battery Shelf Life Extended {0776,7466}
1998/07/01 Thicker Flanges Provide Improved Sealing In Turbocharger Group {1052}
1998/07/01 Use The Correct Procedure For Installation Of Cylinder Head Bolts {1100,7553}
1998/07/01 New Remanufactured 3500 Engine Connecting Rod Results From Improved Remanufacturing Processes {1218}
1998/07/01 New Counterweight Bolt Assembly Replaces Bolt And Washer {1231}
1998/07/01 Special Instruction About Installation And Commissioning Procedures For The 3600 Marine Monitoring System Available {0374,7490}
1998/07/01 New Special Instruction Available To Replace The Standard Aftercooler With The High Performance Aftercooler {0374}
1998/07/01 New Main Bearing Studs With Oversize Thread Available {1224}
1998/07/01 Effects Of Corona On Spark Plugs {1555}
1998/07/01 Gas Engine Technical Publications {0374}