CONVERSION AR 1394053 - Caterpillar

TERMINATION DATE
31Dec2013
PROBLEM
The 3026334/">302-6334 Gussets were left off of the drawbars for certain 14M Motor Graders. The drawbars may experience cracking if the gussets are not installed.
AFFECTED PRODUCT
Model Identification Number
14M R9J00231-00307
PARTS NEEDED
Qty
Part Number Description
2 3026334 GUSSET
In order to allow equitable parts availability to all participating dealers, please limit your initial parts order to not exceed 20% of dealership population. This is an initial order recommendation only, and the ultimate responsibility for ordering the total number of parts needed to satisfy the program lies with the dealer.
ACTION REQUIRED
Add two (2) 3026334/">302-6334 Gussets per the attached instructions.
SERVICE CLAIM ALLOWANCES
Product smu/age whichever comes first Caterpillar Dealer Suggested Customer Suggested
Parts % Labor Hrs% Parts % Labor Hrs% Parts % Labor Hrs%
0-6000 hrs,
0-36 mo 100.0% 100.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
This is a 2.0-hour job
PARTS DISPOSITION
Handle the parts in accordance with your Warranty Bulletin on warranty parts handling.
Rework Procedure
Refer to Image 1.1.1 to determine the locations for the gussets on the 251-8250 Drawbar.
Position a 3026334/">302-6334 Gusset in each location as shown in Image 1.1.2.
Note: Be sure to position the long edge of the gusset along the frame rail.
Weld in place using a 6 mm weld along the top and bottom of the edges of the gusset.
Image1.1.1
Image1.1.2