VALVE GP-LOWERING CONTROL 1523679 - Caterpillar

each cylinder. Use a bar or a turning tool to rotate the engine slowly. This slow rotation will put the mixture of oil on the cylinder walls. Install all fuel nozzles or spark plugs and tighten to the correct torque.
Spray a thin amount of the mixture of VCI oil (50 percent VCI oil and 50 percent engine oil) on the flywheel, ring gear teeth, and starter pinion. Install the engine covers in order to retain the VCI vapors in the engine.
Apply a heavy amount of multipurpose grease (MPGM) to all outside parts that move, such as rod threads, ball joints, linkage, etc. Note: The minimum application rate is critical to prevent loss of protective vapors. Install the air filter element or air filter elements and completely enclose the element or elements with dark, plastic bags. Seal the bags with tape. Replace the air filter covers. Place tape over all openings in order to seal VCI vapors in the engine.Note: Install all covers, and ensure that tape has been installed over all openings , the air inlet, exhaust openings, the flywheel housing, the crankcase breathers , dipstick tubes, etc. Ensure that all covers are airtight and weatherproof. Use a waterproof weather resistant tape such as Kendall No. 231 or an equivalent. Do not use duct tape. Duct tape will only seal for a short period of time.
It is best to remove the batteries, and the batteries should be used in another application. As an alternative, place the batteries in storage. Batteries should be periodically checked, and electrically charged if a charge is needed. If the batteries are not removed, wash the tops of the batteries until the batteries are clean. Apply an electrical charge to the batteries in order to obtain a specific gravity of 1.225. Disconnect the battery terminals. Place a plastic cover over the batteries. Note: For additional information, refer to Special Instruction, SEHS7633, "Battery Test Procedure".
Loosen all belts.
Place a waterproof cover over the engine. Ensure that the engine cover is secure but loose enough in order to allow air to circulate around the engine. This procedure will prevent damage from condensation.
Attach a tag to the engine with a notation. Include the date on the tag.
Remove the waterproof covers in order to check for corrosion in two to three months intervals. If the engine has signs of corrosion at the time of the check, repeat the protection procedure. Fresh Water Systems
This information applies to all systems that contain fresh water, such as engine blocks, separate circuit aftercoolers, etc.Note: Water is not the preferred substance to use in cooling systems of Caterpillar diesel engines. If the stored engine will never be exposed to below freezing temperatures, completely drain the fresh water system. The system can be drained by removing the drain plugs from the following locations: engine block, oil cooler, body of the heat exchanger and radiator.Clean the system. Refill the system with approved water and supplemental coolant additive. For a definition of approved water, refer to Cooling