GEAR-PUMP DRIVE 3S6023 - Caterpillar

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Tools Needed
Part Number Part Name Quantity
6V-7775 Air Pressure Gauge 1
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Right side of engine
(1) Plug
(2) Water manifold
Making contact with a running engine can cause burns from hot parts and can cause injury from rotating parts.When working on an engine that is running, avoid contact with hot parts and rotating parts.
Perform the following procedure in order to determine if the water pump is operating correctly:
Remove plug (1) from bonnet (2).
Install the 6V-7775 Air Pressure Gauge in the port.
Start the engine. Run the engine until the coolant is at operating temperature.
The water pump pressure should be at least 100 kPa (15 psi) at 1800 rpm.