Usage:
NOTE: The information supplied in this service letter may not be valid after the termination date of this program. Do not perform the work outlined in this Service Letter after the termination date without first contacting your Caterpillar product analyst.
NOTE: This Program can be administered either before or after a failure. In either case the decision whether to apply the Program is made by the dealer. When reporting the repair, use "PS8989" as the Part Number and "7755" as the Group Number. If administered before failure, use "56" as the Warranty Claim Description Code and use "T" as the SIMS Description Code. If administered after failure, use "96" as the Warranty Claim Description Code and use "Z" as the SIMS Description Code.
Termination Date
March 31, 1998Problem
Some 836 Compactors had mounting brackets that did not allow easy access to the bearing cap mounting bolts. This resulted in low bolt torque due to assembly difficulty. This program provides new mounting brackets that make dozer assembly easier and are stiffer. Parts are to be ordered directly from Balderson Inc., Product Support Department.
Affected Product
Model & Identification Number
836 (3RL1-108)
Parts Needed
- 1 - 1353875 Mounting Group
Action Required
NOTE: Order all parts directly from Balderson.The parts will be provided at no charge.
Contact:
Telephone Number 1-800-272-2787 or
1-913-456-2224
1. Remove the old style brackets and mounting hardware from the front axle and non-engine end frame.
2. Install the new brackets assemblies with new hardware.
3. Tighten all bolts to a torque of 900 N·m.
Illustration 1
Service Claim Allowances
Parts Disposition
Handle the parts in accordance with your Warranty Bulletin on warranty parts handling.