BAR 1620272 - Caterpillar

Introduction
The problem that is identified below does not have a permanent solution. Until a permanent solution is known, use the solution that is identified below.Problem
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Location of loose/missing bolts
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Typical example of a damaged bolt
Pivot casting bolts may be loose or missing on the tailgate arrangement of the machines listed above. Refer to Table 1 for the list of missing/loose bolt part numbers.
Table 1
Parts List
Bolt Part Tailgate Arrangement Part
7X-2557 Bolt 377-1305 Tailgate Gp
397-2858 Tailgate Ar
380-3698 Tailgate Ar
384-7353 Tailgate Ar
7X-2559 Bolt 489-1756 Tailgate Ar
Solution
Caterpillar is aware of this problem and recommends the following interim corrective action.In the event of loose/missing bolts, replace 7X-2557 Bolts and 7X-2559 Bolts with the bolts of the same part number respectively.