PINION (15 teeth) 6A4417 - Caterpillar

The engine is shipped with an engine oil level gauge that is not marked. The engine oil level gauge is not marked because the following features can be different for each engine:
Angle of the installation
Side for serviceThe engine oil level gauge must be calibrated after the engine is installed in the vessel.Note: The engine may be equipped with auxiliary engine oil filters. The extra filters require more engine oil than the standard amounts. Refer to the OEM specifications.Use the following procedure in order to calibrate and mark the engine oil level gauge.
Ensure that the engine is properly aligned and that the engine is in the design trim. The engine must be installed properly in the vessel. Note: If the engine has oil in the crankcase, skip step 2 and proceed to step 3.
If there is no oil in the engine, use information in this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Refill Capacities and Recommendations" in order to select the correct oil for the engine. Add engine oil to the crankcase by using the procedure in this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine Oil and Filter - Change ". Choose the appropriate amount of oil from the following types of sumps:
Standard Oil Sump: Fill the crankcase with 45.4 L (48 qt) of the recommended oil.
Deep Oil Sump: Fill the crankcase with 64.3 L (68 qt) of the recommended oil.Clean the engine oil level gauge and install the engine oil level gauge.Note: If the engine contains oil, perform steps 3 through 7. Skip steps 3 through 7 if you are filling the engine with oil for the first time.
Operate the engine until normal operating temperature is achieved. Stop the engine. Drain the engine oil by using the procedure in this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine Oil and Filter - Change ".
Replace the engine oil filter by using the procedure in this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine Oil and Filter - Change ".
Clean the engine oil level gauge and install the engine oil level gauge.
Use the information in Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Refill Capacities and Recommendations" in order to select the correct oil for the engine.
Add engine oil to the crankcase by using the procedure in this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine Oil and Filter - Change ". Choose the appropriate amount of oil from the following two sumps:
Standard Oil Sump: Fill the crankcase with 45.4 L (48 qt) of the recommended oil.
Deep Oil Sump: Fill the crankcase with 64.3 L (68 qt) of the recommended oil.
Start the engine. Ensure that the lubrication system and the new engine oil filter are filled. Inspect the lubrication system for leaks.
Stop the engine and allow the engine oil to drain into the engine crankcase for approximately ten minutes.
Check the engine oil level. Use a marking tool in order to engrave the "ADD" mark (Y) to the correct location on the gauge assembly.
Add 3.8 L (4 qt) of the recommended oil grade and weight of engine oil to the crankcase. Add this amount for both standard sumps