RETAINER 5C5837 - Caterpillar

Proper operation, driving techniques and maintenance are key factors in obtaining the maximum service life and economy of Cat engines. The recommendations in this Operation and Maintenance Manual will help to lower operating costs. For more information, refer to Special Publication, LEDT2254, "CAT Answers Your Questions About Truck Performance" or consult your Cat dealer.Idling
Idle speed is adjustable on Cat electronic engines. Consult your Cat dealer for information. The idle rpm is preset between 700 and 800 rpm.Avoid excess idling. An engine can burn from 2.8 L (0.7 US gal) to 5.7 L (1.5 US gal) of fuel per hour while the engine is idling. Excessive idling causes carbon buildup, engine slobber and soot loading of the diesel particulate filter (DPF).If extended idle time is required, control the engine rpm to 1000 rpm or above 1000 rpm. Ensure that the coolant temperature exceeds 82° C (180° F). Consult your Cat dealer for assistance.Fast idle can be programmed within the range of 700 rpm to the top engine limit. Fast idle requires an "ON/OFF" switch on the dashboard. Consult your Cat dealer for assistance.Idle Shutdown Timer
The idle shutdown timer can be programmed in order to shut down the engine after a specific time period of idling. The idle time can be programmed from 3 minutes to 1440 minutes (24 hours). If the idle shutdown timer is set to 0 minutes, the idle shutdown feature is disabled. If the setting of the timer is unknown, allow the engine to idle. Observe the time that elapses before the engine shuts down. The following conditions must be met in order to activate the idle shutdown timer:
The idle shutdown feature must be selected.
No vehicle speed is detected by the Electronic Control Module (ECM).
The engine is not under load.
The engine is at operating temperature.After the vehicle is stationary, the idle shutdown timer begins. The engine can be operating at low idle or at an idle rpm that is selected by the idle governor. The "CHECK ENGINE/DIAGNOSTIC" lamp will flash rapidly for 90 seconds prior to shutdown. Movement of the vehicle automatically resets the idle shutdown timer to the programmed setting.The following conditions must be met in order to override the idle shutdown timer:
Program the "ALLOW IDLE SHUTDOWN OVERRIDE" to "YES".
The "CHECK ENGINE/DIAGNOSTIC" lamp will flash rapidly for 90 seconds prior to shutdown. Depress the service brake or the clutch pedal during the 90 seconds when the "CHECK ENGINE/DIAGNOSTIC" lamp flashes. After an idle shutdown, the engine can be restarted without turning the ignition switch to the OFF position.The override function is disabled if the "ALLOW IDLE SHUTDOWN OVERRIDE" is programmed to "NO".Getting Started
Cat electronic engines do not require long warm-up periods that needlessly waste fuel. Typically, the engine should be at normal operating temperature in a few minutes. Begin operating the engine at low load. After normal oil pressure is reached and the temperature gauges begin to rise, the engine may be operated at full load.To get the vehicle in motion, use a gear that