1987/08/24 Caterpillar

New 8T8697 Electronic Control Analyzer Programmer (ECAP), 8C5919 Electronic (ECAP PEEC) Conversion Group and 8T5275 Adapter Cable Assembly (T-Harness Cable) Available{0600}

Usage:

3406B (PEEC) Engines

The new 8T8697 ECAP, 8C5919 Electronic (ECAP PEEC) Conversion Group (Service Program Module), and 8T5275 T-Harness Cable are available from the Caterpillar Parts Department. These tools can be used to service 3406B (PEEC) Engines.

The 8T8697 ECAP has the flexibility to be used to service a variety of electronic controls. The basic ECAP comes with utility programs for selecting Metric or English display units and providing basic communication abilities. The ECAP is designed to accept additional Conversion Groups (Service Program Modules) to handle specific service needs as they are identified. Special Instruction, Form SEHS8742, has complete instructions for operating the ECAP.

The 8C5919 Electronic (ECAP PEEC) Conversion Group (Service Program Module) is software in a plug-in module. The module is installed in the ECAP by the customer to provide all of the service functions for the 3406B (PEEC) Engines. These include: Reading and changing (with the correct passwords) customer and system configuration parameters, displaying system status, displaying diagnostic messages and calibrating sensors. Special Instruction, Form SEHS8741, has complete instructions for the use of the Conversion Group (Service Program Module).

The 8T5275 T-Harness Cable is needed to supply power to the ECAP and allow it to communicate with the PEEC on the engine. The T-harness is connected between the ECAP and the data communications cable on the PEEC.

Caterpillar Information System:

1987/08/24 Dynamic Timing Charts Available For Most Popular 3208 And 3406 Truck Engine Ratings{1272}

1987/08/24 Additional Engine Tilt Installation Angles And Engine Dipstick Markings{1326}

1987/08/24 Engine Oil Refill Capacity Decreased{1213,1326}

1987/08/24 Improved High Temperature Seals Available{1252,1120}

1987/08/24 More Accurate And Easier Method To Adjust 8T1815 Or 6L5438 Main Shaft Bearing{3306,3351}

1987/08/10 Remanufactured Turbocharger Groups And Cartridges{1052,1053}

1987/08/10 Fuel Heaters Should Be Thermostatically Controlled Or Self-Regulated{1250,1260,1296}

1987/08/10 Improved Gaskets Used In Central Structure Cover Groups, Jacket Water Lines Groups, Jacket Water Heater Groups And Water Aftercooler Groups{1350,1063}

1987/08/03 New Caterpillar Sea Trial Rules Of Thumb Pocket Reference Card {0372}

1987/08/03 Temperature Regulator Housing Parts And Water Pump Adapter Have More Resistance To Erosion And Galvanic Corrosion; Guidelines On Grounding Of Electrical System And Cooling System Maintenance {1350,1361,1393,1400}

1987/08/03 New Performance Analysis Report (PAR) Brochure And Directory Of Par Dealers Available {0370,1000}

1987/08/03 Remanufactured Short Blocks Available For All 3304 Engines {1200}

1987/08/24 New 8T5282 Programmable Electronic Engine Control Digital Diagnostic Tool Group (PEEC DDT) Available{0600}

1987/08/24 New 8T8726, 8T8694 And 8T8695 Adapter Cable Assemblies Available{0600}

1987/08/31 Improved Clutch Piston And Retraction Pins Available {3302}

1987/08/31 Recommendations For Preventing Cooling System Damage {1201}

1987/08/31 Metal Protectors Replace Plastic Protectors On Head Studs {1100}

1987/09/07 Improved Warranty For Remanufactured Parts And Components{7754}

1987/09/07 Use The Marketing Publications Information Feedback System{0374}

1987/09/07 Be Sure To Correctly Tighten Turbocharger Clamp Assemblies{1052}

1987/09/07 New O-Ring Seals Used In Water Lines{1350}

1987/09/14 Remanufactured Air Conditioner Compressor Available {1802}

1987/09/14 Four More Remanufactured Fuel Pump And Governor Groups Available {1286}

1987/09/14 Remanufactured 3208T Economy Truck Engine Available {1000}