GASKET-EXHAUST 1954715 - Caterpillar

ACTION REQUIRED
Upgrade the steering accumulator configuration by replacing the two 205-0224 or 219-2538 Bladder Accumulator Groups, with three 396-4129 or 396-4130 Piston Accumulator Groups. Replace the two steering bladder accumulators, along with associated brackets, hose assemblies, hardware components, and retrofit three piston accumulators.
Refer to the Service Manual if/as necessary and see REHS4430, Special Instruction, "Upgrade Procedure For The 793D Off-Highway Truck Steering Accumulator", in order to complete this Rework Procedure.
OWNER NOTIFICATION
Owners in the following countries will receive the attached Owner Notification:
US
Canada
Australia
New Zealand
SERVICE CLAIM ALLOWANCES
Caterpillar Dealer Suggested Customer Suggested
Parts % Labor Hrs% Parts % Labor Hrs% Parts % Labor Hrs%
100% 100% 0% 0% 0% 0%
This is a 32.0-hour job for Group 1
Caterpillar Dealer Suggested Customer Suggested
Parts % Labor Hrs% Parts % Labor Hrs% Parts % Labor Hrs%
100% 100% 0% 0% 0% 0%
This is a 32.0-hour job for Group 2
PARTS DISPOSITION
Handle the parts in accordance with your Warranty Bulletin on warranty parts handling.
MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO COMPLETE THIS PROGRAM AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
EXAMPLE COPY OF OWNER NOTIFICATION
XYZ Corporation
3240 Arrow Drive
Anywhere, YZ 99999
SAFETY - PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REPLACING THE STEERING SYSTEM BLADDER ACCUMULATORS WITH PISTON ACCUMULATORS
MODELS INVOLVED - CERTAIN 793D OFF-HIGHWAY TRUCKS
Dear Cat Product Owner:
The bladder accumulators need to be replaced on the products listed below. The accumulator bladder may flex excessively during certain operations which can result in failure. If the bladder fails, it may, in conjunction with other factors or circumstances, result in a risk of personal injury or death. You will not be charged for the service performed.
Contact your local Cat dealer immediately to schedule this service. The dealer will advise you of the time required to complete this service.
If you are no longer the owner of this product(s), please contact your local Cat dealer so that our records can be updated.
You may now search for open Safety Service Letters by entering your product serial number(s). Visit the SAFETY.CAT.COM website and click on the Product Safety page for more information. Please refer the dealer to their Service Letter dated 16Jul2015 when scheduling this service.
We regret the inconvenience this may cause you, and urge you to have this service performed for your safety and satisfaction.
Caterpillar Inc.
Identification #(s)
Attached to 16Jul2015 Service Letter