1999/05/01 Caterpillar

Cold Start Advance Solenoid Available{1272,1250}

Usage:

3054 (5YS) Industrial Engines;
3054 (2PW),
3056 (3GW) Generator Set Engines

SUPPLEMENT: AUGUST 1999

Engine News SEBD9272, Article 2, Page 1, May 1999; "Cold Start Advance Solenoid Available".

Disregard this article. See Engine News SEBD9275, Article 5, Page 3 with the same title.

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Description of Change: The cold start advance solenoid used on the fuel injection pump groups of the 3054 and 3056 Engines is now available through the Caterpillar parts distribution system. This solenoid has been made serviceable so the fuel injection pump does not need to be removed from the engine for repair by an authorized Standyne® Dealer in order to correct a minor solenoid fault or damage.

Adaptable To: The 174-8831 Solenoid (cold start advance) is available as a serviceable repair part for the following fuel injector pump groups:

These fuel injection pump groups are found on emissions certified 3054 and 3056 Engines listed above.

Caterpillar Information System:

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1999/05/01 New Design Of Cylinder Block And Main Bearings{1201,1203,1224}

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1999/05/01 New Breakout Harness{1559}

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