
Chapter 8 - Caterpillar Engine and Related Systems
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COOLING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
1.
Coolant requirements
•
The engine coolant should be sampled annually
or every 250 hrs of operation. Submit the cool-
ant sample to the partnering Caterpillar dealer
for S-O-S level-1 analysis. This includes check-
ing the glycol concentration, conductivity, pH
level, and concentration of SCA (Supplemental
Coolant Additive).
NOTE:
Contact the partnering Caterpillar dealer
for specific instructions. Do not sample anti-
freeze using the same equipment used to sam-
ple engine oil.
NOTE:
S-O-S level-1 analysis may indicate the
need for S-O-S level-2 analysis.
•
The engine coolant should be changed every 2
years or 500 hrs of operation. Pressure test the
system and radiator cap at the same interval,
preferably before draining the old coolant.
•
Use one of the following coolants in a 50/50
coolant/water solution:
Cat Diesel Engine Antifreeze/Coolant (DEAC)
Commercially available long-life coolant that
meets Caterpillar Engine Coolant Specification -
1 (Caterpillar EC-1).
Commercially available heavy-duty coolant that
meets ASTM D4985 or ASTM D6210.
•
Avoid the use of coolant that meets only ASTM
D3306 specifications, intended for light-duty
automotive applications.
NOTE:
Coolant specifications are usually listed
on the package label, or available on the coolant
manufacturer’s web-site. If not specifically
listed, do not assume it meets the specification.
NOTE:
Distilled or deionized water is recom-
mended for coolant solution if local tap water is
high in mineral content.
NOTE:
SCA (Supplemental Coolant System
Additive) should not be necessary given the rec-
ommended coolant replacement interval for this
vehicle.
NOTE:
Refer to the accompanying table for
water content specifications. Most cities or
counties can provide information about the con-
tent of the water provided through their systems.
Well water may require independent testing.
2.
Checking coolant condition
•
Refer to the Coolant Requirements section of
this chapter.
•
If coolant is suspect, the glycol concentration
can be tested using a commercially available
hydrometer or refractometer. It should be 50/50.
3.
Checking coolant level
•
Check the coolant level in the plastic reservoir
when the engine is cold. The coolant expands
when the engine is hot, raising the level of cool-
ant in the reservoir. As the engine cools, the
coolant is drawn back into the radiator.
Property
Maximum
limit
ASTM
Test
Chloride (CI)
2.4 grains/
U.S. gal.
(40 mg/L)
“D512”
“D4327”
Sulfate
5.9 grains/
U.S. gal
(100 mg/L)
“D516”
Total Hardness
10 grains/
U.S. gal.
(170 mg/L)
“D1126”
Total Solids
20 grains/
U.S. gal.
(340 mg/L)
“D1888”
Acidity
pH of 5.5 to
9.0
“D1293”
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