RING 1532162 - Caterpillar

"Maintenance Indicator Mode"
The Engine Control Module (ECM) records data that is related to the vehicle's maintenance. If distance is selected, all maintenance indications on the service tool will be displayed in distance. Typical maintenance indications are PM 1, PM 2 and the cooling system clean/flush.If hour is selected, all maintenance indications on the service tool will be displayed in hours. Typical maintenance indications are PM 1, PM 2 and the cooling system clean/flush. The ECM provides PM 1 maintenance interval and last maintenance information.
Table 1
Alternative Default
"Manual Distance"
"Manual Hours"
"Automatic Distance"
"Automatic Hours" "Off" "PM 1 Interval"
The "PM 1 Interval" allows a maintenance interval (PM 1) to be specified by the user. This parameter ("PM 1 Interval") can be programmed only when the "Maintenance Indicator Mode" is programmed to a manual mode (distance or hours).
Table 2
Manual Distance
Minimum Maximum Default
8050 km (5000 miles) 56325 km (35000 miles) 24140 km (15000 miles)
Table 3
Manual Hours
Minimum Maximum Default
100 750 300 "Engine Oil Capacity"
The "PM 1 Interval" can be determined by the ECM. The ECM bases the "PM 1 Interval" on fuel usage. This parameter ("Engine Oil Capacity") can be programmed only when the "Maintenance Indicator Mode" is programmed to an automatic mode (distance or hours). Capacity of the sump influences the maintenance interval.
Table 4
Minimum Maximum Default
19 L (20 qt) 57 L (60 qt) Refer to Table 5.
Table 5
Engine Model Default
C11 and C13 34 L (36 qt)(1)
C15 38 L (40 qt)(2)
(1) For C13 Engines for Combat and Tactical Vehicles, refer to the Operation & Maintenance Manual, SEBU8568 for engine oil refill capacity.
(2) The C15 Engine with a Front Sump BrakeSaver should be programmed to 49 L (52 qt).