1998/03/02 Caterpillar

Step Design Improved For Increased Service Life {7254}

Usage:

D350E (9LR),
D400E (2YR) Articulated Trucks

SUPPLEMENT: 8/3/98

Service Magazine, SEPD0406; March 2, 1998; Page 11; "Step Design Improved for Increased Service Life".

Disregard this article and see Service Magazine SEPD0428, Article13, Page 11 with title "Improvements Made To Cab Entry Steps". It supersedes the previous article.

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Description of Change: A five ply belt which is 100 mm (3.9 in) shorter replaces the former 3 ply belt on the cab entry steps.

Adaptable To: The new 144-2548 Belt is a direct replacement for the former 8X-1032 Belt and is effective with D350E (9LR498) and D400E (2YR799) Articulated Trucks. This change is adaptable to earlier machines. Two belts are required when adapting.

Arrows depict two 144-2548 Belts.

Caterpillar Information System:

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1998/03/02 Supplements List For Articulated Trucks {0374,0350}

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1998/03/02 Cable Assembly Used To Download TPMS May Cause Incomplete Information {7601,7451}

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1998/03/02 Use 141-8790 Alignment Tool To Disassemble And Assemble Cast Rear Wheels {4201}

1998/03/02 Supplements List For Motor Graders {0374,0350}

1998/03/02 Use 137-3483 PTO Shaft Seal Installer To Maintain Correct Seal Depth When Assembling Retainer {0745,1165}

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1998/02/23 Installation Of Rod Increases Service Life Of Rolling Hoses{6460}

1998/02/23 New Vane Pump Groups Reduce Leakage Between Adapter And Fan Pump{5055}

1998/03/02 Uploading VIMS Source And Configuration Software {7601}

1998/03/02 Revised Service Manual Module, SENR6794-01, Specifications, 938G Wheel Loader And IT38G Integrated Toolcarrier, Hydraulic System Is Available {0374}

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1998/03/02 Relocation Of The Differential Lock Switch Prevents Unintended Switch Activation {1408,3254}

1998/03/02 Improved Internal Rust Preventative Measures In Parts Service Machine Engines {1000,1050,1300,1350}

1998/03/02 Use 140-9944 Terminal Kit To Repair Wiring Harness {1400,0700}

1998/03/02 Use 139-4166 CAT/ATA Universal Cable For Diagnostic Testing {1900,0781}

1998/03/09 Plug Added To Protect Upper Vertical Swing Link Bearing{4159,4151}

1998/03/09 Improved Cylinder Rod Extension Procedure{4197}

1998/03/09 Improved Fuel Shut-Off Valve Prevents Leakage{1279,1329}

1998/03/09 New Stabilizer Pads Are Wider{7222}

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