3024C Engine for Caterpillar Built Machines Caterpillar

Removal Procedure

1. Drain the coolant from the cooling system into a suitable container for storage or disposal. Refer to the OEM for the approximate capacity of the cooling system. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Cooling System Coolant (DEAC) - Change" or Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Cooling System Extended Life Coolant - Change".

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2. Remove two bolts (1) from water temperature regulator housing (5) .

3. Remove cover (2) and gasket (4) for the water temperature regulator (3) .

4. Remove water temperature regulator (3) from the water temperature regulator housing (5) .

5. Remove all debris and gasket material from the mating surfaces of cover (2) and water temperature regulator housing (5). Use a new gasket for assembly.

6. Inspect water temperature regulator (3) for wear or damage. If the water temperature regulator is worn or damaged, use a new part for replacement. Refer to Testing and Adjusting, "Water Temperature Regulator - Test" for more information on testing the water temperature regulator.

Installation Procedure

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1. Install water temperature regulator (3) to water temperature regulator housing (5) .

2. Position a new gasket (4) and cover (2) for water temperature regulator (3) on water temperature regulator housing (5) .

3. Install bolts (1) to cover (2). Tighten the two bolts for the cover to a torque of 14 N·m (10 lb ft).

4. Fill the cooling system with coolant to the correct level. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Refill Capacities" for more information.