ROD AS 3238517 - Caterpillar

This Program can be administered either before or after a failure. In either case the decision whether to apply the Program is made by the dealer. When reporting the repair, use "PS4997" as the Part Number and "7755" as the Group Number. If administered before failure, use "56" as the Warranty Claim Description Code and use "T" as the SIMS Description Code. If administered after failure, use "96" as the Warranty Claim Description Code and use "Z" as the SIMS Description Code.
Termination Date
November 30, 2000Problem
Vented dipsticks for the boom oil pin joints need to be installed on certain 992G Wheel Loaders. The installation of the new vented dipsticks will allow excess pressure in the joints to be removed, and proper oil levels to be checked easily.
Affected Product
Model & Identification Number
992G (7HR1-355, 7HR357-360)
Parts Needed
4 - 1778787 Plug Assembly (for high lift, only use 3 plugs)1 - 1778788 Plug AssemblyAction Required
Install a 1778788 Plug As. in the fill port of the K joint. Install a 1778787 Plug As. in each of the following pin joints. For standard lift machines: Locations A, B, F and G. For high lift machines: Locations A, B and G. See Illustration 1.
Illustration 1.Service Claim Allowances
This is a 5-minute job. No labor will be allowed for this program.
Parts Disposition
Handle the parts in accordance with your Warranty Bulletin on warranty parts handling.