New Software To Correct Uneven Acceleration In Marine Engines {1920}
Usage:
3412C (3JK) Marine Engines
- SUPPLEMENT: JANUARY 1999
Engine News SEBD9264, Article 6, Page 3, September 1998; "New Software To Correct Uneven Acceleration In Marine Engines".
Add the following to the "Adaptable To" Section:
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- * 1350 HP (Ehp rating) 162-8135
- * 1000-1300 (E rating) 162-8134
- * 900-1050 (D rating) 162-8133
- * 800-850 (C rating) 162-8132
- * 1350 HP (Ehp rating) 162-8135
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Description of Change: New software has been developed to help correct uneven acceleration of the 3412C Marine Engines in multiple engine vessels. The software does this by calibrating the boost sensor upon startup. Personality modules are available through Morton Parts. The improvement affects only the current production model engines.
Adaptable To: Below is a list of the 3412C (3JK) Marine Engine ratings and the corresponding new software part numbers.
Caterpillar Information System:
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