PAD 2701833 - Caterpillar

Table 1
Event Code    
Code and Description    Conditions which Generate this Code    System Response    
E362(1) Engine Overspeed     The engine rpm has exceeded the trip point for engine overspeed for the delay time.     The code is logged.
The ECM will disable fuel injection for engine speeds that are above the trip point.    
E362(2) Engine Overspeed     The engine rpm has exceeded the trip point for engine overspeed for the delay time.     The code is logged.
The ECM will disable fuel injection for engine speeds that are above the trip point.    Probable Causes
Intake air is combustible.
Sudden drop of loadRecommended Actions
Intake Air is Combustible
Check for hydrocarbons in the surrounding atmosphere. Do not operate the engine in an environment with hydrocarbons in the surrounding atmosphere.Sudden Drop of Load
Decrease the load on the engine gradually.