SPACER 6G5548 - Caterpillar

Disconnect batteries before performance of any service work.
Hot engine components can cause injury from burns. Before performing maintenance on the engine, allow the engine and the components to cool.
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids.Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Caterpillar Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar products.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
Before you begin inspection of the turbocharger, be sure that the inlet air restriction is within the specifications for your engine. Be sure that the exhaust system restriction is within the specifications for your engine. Refer to Systems Operation/Testing and Adjusting, "Air Inlet and Exhaust System - Inspect".The condition of the turbocharger will have definite effects on engine performance. Use the following inspections and procedures to determine the condition of the turbocharger.
Inspection of the Compressor and the Compressor Housing
Inspection of the Turbine Wheel and the Turbine HousingRefer to Troubleshooting, "Exhaust Balance Valve - Test" for more information on inspection of the exhaust balance valve.Inspection of the Compressor and the Compressor Housing
Remove air piping from the compressor inlet.
Inspect the compressor wheel for damage from a foreign object. If there is damage, determine the source of the foreign object. As required, clean the inlet system and repair the inlet system. Replace the turbocharger if necessary. Refer to Guideline For Reusable Parts, SEBF8018, "Visual Inspection of Turbochargers" for reuse information. If there is no damage, go to Step 3.
Clean the compressor wheel and clean the compressor housing if you find a buildup of foreign material. Refer to Guideline For Reusable Parts, SEBF8018, "Visual Inspection of Turbochargers" for reuse information. If there is no buildup of foreign material, go to Step 3.
Turn the rotating assembly by hand. While you turn the assembly, push the assembly sideways . The assembly should turn freely. The compressor wheel should not rub the compressor housing. Refer to Guideline For Reusable Parts, SEBF8018, "Visual Inspection of Turbochargers" for reuse information. Replace the turbocharger if the compressor wheel rubs the compressor wheel housing. If there is no rubbing or scraping, go to Step 4.
Inspect the compressor and the compressor wheel housing for oil leakage. An oil leak from the compressor may deposit oil in the aftercooler. Drain and clean the aftercooler if you find oil in the aftercooler.
Check the oil level in the crankcase. If the oil level is too high, adjust the oil level.
Inspect the air cleaner element for restriction. If restriction is found, correct the problem.
Inspect the engine crankcase breather. Clean the engine crankcase breather or replace the engine crankcase breather if the engine crankcase breather is plugged.
Remove the oil drain line for the turbocharger. Inspect the drain opening. Inspect the oil drain line.