GENERATOR GP 3185153 - Caterpillar

Engine Identification
Caterpillar engines are identified with serial numbers, with performance specification numbers, and with arrangement numbers. In some of the cases, modification numbers are used. These numbers are shown on the Serial Number Plate and the Information Plate that are mounted on the engine.Caterpillar dealers need these numbers in order to determine the components that were included with the engine. This permits accurate identification of replacement part numbers.Serial Number Plate
Illustration 1 g00708544
Location of the Serial Number Plate
The Serial Number Plate is on the left side of the cylinder block near the front of the engine.
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Typical Serial Number Plate
The following information is stamped on the Serial Number Plate: engine serial number, model and arrangement number.Information Plate
Illustration 3 g00708556
Location of the Information Plate
The Information Plate is located on the top surface of the right side of the aftercooler.
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Typical Information Plate
The following information is stamped on the Information Plate: maximum altitude, high idle, horsepower, full load rpm and other information.