3S3018 Valve Springs Shipped Prior To June Of 1997 Need To Be Removed From Parts Stock
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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.
Termination Date
September 30, 1998Problem
The 3S3018 Valve Springs shipped to dealers before June 1997 may have an inclusion which can not be seen even if inspected.
Action Required
Remove all 3S3018 Valve Springs shipped to dealers prior to June of 1997 from Parts Stock. If in question, remove the parts.
NOTE: TEPS/MEPS dealers are reimbursed for recalled Parts Stock by returning the affected Parts Stock to their administering Caterpillar dealer for replacement.
Service Claim Allowances
Submit one claim for all 3S3018 Valve Springs removed from Parts Stock.
NOTE: US and Canadian Dealers Only - When submitting a Parts Stock claim use 99Z00007 in the Product Identification Number Field.
Parts Disposition
Scrap defective valve springs removed from Parts Stock.
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