3054 Engine for Caterpillar Built Machines Caterpillar

Removal Procedure

Illustration 1	g00540870
Typical example

1. Loosen all of the bolts that fasten the fan guard assembly to the fan shroud. Remove fan guard assembly (1) from the fan shroud.

2. Loosen bolts (2) and slide alternator (3) toward the engine.

3. Maneuver V-belts (4) around the fan and remove the V-belts.

   Note: Never replace one V-belt. Always replace sets of V-belts, if equipped.

Installation Procedure

Illustration 2	g00540870
Typical example

1. Install V-belts (4) behind the fan and on the correct pulleys.

2. Slide alternator (3) away from the engine. Tighten bolts (2) and check the belt tension. Refer to Specifications , RENR2401, "Belt Tension Chart" for the correct belt tension.

   Note: If the V-belt cannot be checked with a gauge, press on the V-belt at the center of the longest free length in order to check the deflection. Under a moderate amount of pressure, the V-belt should have a deflection of 10.0 mm (0.40 inch).

3. Put fan guard assembly (1) in position on the fan shroud. Install the bolts that fasten the fan guard assembly to the fan shroud.