RETAINER 2G5667 - Caterpillar

System Operation Description:The probable causes of high fuel temperature
Associated codes
Fuel level in the tank
Fuel temperature sensor
Fuel Cooler (if equipped)
Fuel return pressure regulator
Restriction in the fuel lines
Fuel injectorUse this procedure in order to troubleshoot high fuel temperature. Use this procedure if one of the following event codes is active. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Event Codes" for information about event codes. For information on the engine monitoring system, refer to Troubleshooting, "Engine Monitoring System".Portions of this material are reprinted with permission from SAE J1939DA_201607© 2016 SAE International. SAE International is not responsible for any use or translation of this material, in whole or in part. Please contact SAE International to obtain a complete copy of SAE J1939DA_201607, the official definitive source of this standard.
Table 1
Diagnostic Trouble Code
CDL Code J1939 Code Code Description
(code descriptions may vary) Comments
E363 (1) 174-15 Engine Fuel Temperature 1 High The fuel temperature is above an acceptable level.
If equipped, the action lamp will illuminate.
The code is logged.
E363 (2) 174-16 Engine Fuel Temperature 1 High 2 The fuel temperature is above an acceptable level.
If equipped, the action lamp will illuminate.
The code is logged.
There may be a decrease in power.
E363 (3) 174-0 Engine Fuel Temperature 1 High 3
Table 2
Associated Codes
Suspect Parameter Number (SPN)
5580-17
5580-18
E1218
Table 3
Troubleshooting Test Steps Values Results
1. Determine the Code
A. Check for active codes and check for logged codes on Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET).
B. Check Cat ET for any associated codes that are listed in Table 2. Troubleshoot any active codes before continuing with this procedure.
Diagnostic trouble code
Result: An associated code is active or logged.
Troubleshoot any active codes before continuing with this procedure.
Result: An associated code is not active or logged.
Proceed to Test Step 2.
2. Check the Fuel Level in the Fuel Tank
A. Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.
Fuel level
Result: The fuel level is acceptable.
Proceed to Test Step 3.
Result: The fuel level is not acceptable.
Fill the tank. Verify that the problem has been resolved. If the problem has not been resolved, proceed to Test Step 3.
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Fuel supply lines
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Fuel return line
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Table 4
Troubleshooting Test Steps Values Results
3. Inspect the Fuel Supply Lines
A. Visually inspect the fuel lines between the priming pump and the inlet to the cylinder head. Also, inspect the fuel cooler for dirt, debris, or damage, if equipped. Inspect the fuel return line from the head to the fuel tank. Inspect the lines for restrictions, pinching, and swelling. Refer to Systems Operation/Testing and Adjusting, "Fuel System - Inspect" for additional information.
B. Inspect the fuel cooler for dirt, debris, or damage, if equipped.
Dirt and debris or damage
Result: The fuel lines and the cooler (if equipped) are OK.
Proceed to Test Step 4.
Result: The fuel lines and the cooler (if equipped) are not OK.
Replace damaged fuel lines and/or fuel cooler (if equipped). Remove dirt or debris from fuel cooler fins (if equipped). Verify that the problem has been resolved.
If the problem is not resolved, proceed to Test Step 4.
4. Replace the Temperature Sensor
A. Replace the fuel temperature sensor.
B. Check for active codes or logged codes.
Active codes or