REPAIR KIT 8U4786 - Caterpillar

COMPLETION DATE
TERMINATION DATE
31Jan2009 31Jul2009
PROBLEM
The main bearing cap bolts may not be tightened to the correct torque on certain C-12 Defense and Federal Product Engines.
AFFECTED PRODUCT
Model Identification Number
DV-C-12 9SM10755, 10775, 10788, 10802, 10811, 10824, 10852, 10859, 10870, 10882, 10934-10939, 10967-10968
PARTS NEEDED
Qty
Part Number Description
1 1095308 SEAL-ISOLATION (As Required)
In order to allow equitable parts availability to all participating dealers, please limit your initial parts order to not exceed 40% of dealership population. This is an initial order recommendation only, and the ultimate responsibility for ordering the total number of parts needed to satisfy the program lies with the dealer.
ACTION REQUIRED
Refer to the appropriate Service Manual as necessary.
Tighten the 175-0454 Main Bearing Cap Bolts (1) to 300 Nm (220 lbft). Refer to Image1.
Image1
OWNER NOTIFICATION
U.S. and Canadian owners will receive the attached Owner Notification.
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 2.0-hour job
Additional time is allowed for removal of componets in order to complete the rework procedure. A detailed report is required of any removed components.
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.
COPY OF OWNER NOTIFICATION FOR U.S. AND CANADIAN OWNERS
XYZ Corporation
3240 Arrow Drive
Anywhere, YZ 99999
PRIORITY - PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR TIGHTENING THE MAIN BEARING CAP BOLTS ON CERTAIN C-12 DEFENSE AND FEDERAL PRODUCT ENGINES
MODELS INVOLVED - C-12 Engines
Dear Caterpillar Product Owner:
The main bearing cap bolts need to be tightened on the products listed below. The existing main bearing cap bolts may not be tightened to the correct torque. You will not be charged for the service performed.
Contact your local Caterpillar dealer immediately to schedule this service. The dealer will advise you of the time required to complete this service.
Please refer the dealer to their Service Letter dated 10Jul2008 when scheduling this service.
We regret the inconvenience this may cause you, but urge you to have this service performed as soon as possible to prevent unscheduled downtime.
Caterpillar Inc.
Identification #(s)
Attached to 10Jul2008 Service Letter