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Caterpillar 3054C Engine

The Caterpillar 3054C is a 4.4 L 4-cylinder na, t, ta engine rated at 2200 rpm. It powers generator sets from Caterpillar, including the 3054, 3056, 3606 and 3608. It holds 9 L (2.4 gal) of oil and 18 L (4.8 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: Caterpillar 3054C

Part of the Caterpillar 3054C engine family — 4 variants share parts & fitment.

4.4 L
Displacement
4
Cylinders
2200 rpm
Rated speed
9.0 L
Oil capacity

Service parts for the 3054C

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Air intake

1 required
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Fuel system

1 required
1512409Fuel filter$14.95eBay

Oil system

1 required
IR1807Oil filterfind

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Engine specifications

Oil capacity9.0 L
Coolant capacity18.0 L
Displacement4.4 L
Cylinders4
AspirationNA, T, TA
Rated speed2200 rpm

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter—500 hr
Fuel filterReplace fuel filter every 1,000 hours or as needed.—1000 hr
Oil filter—500 hr
Battery—
BeltInspect belts for wear every 25 hours. Replace if necessary.—25 hr
Coolant—6000 hr
Oil—500 hr
Spark plugReplace spark plugs every 1,000 hours or as needed.—1000 hr

Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.

Service intervals

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ItemActionHoursMonthsNotes
Fuel Tank Water and SedimentDrain500 hr12 moEvery 50 Service Hours or Weekly
Sea Water StrainerClean50 hrWhen required and every 3800 L (1000 US gal) of fuel or 50 service hours
Zinc RodsInspect50 hrWhen required and every 3800 L (1000 US gal) of fuel or 50 service hours; replace when deteriorated
Engine oil (S-O-S oil sample)Test125 hrSevere service occurs at high loads, in high temperatures, and in dusty conditions
Alternator BeltInspect250 hr12 moFirst service — Inspect/adjust/replace; every 12 750 L (3375 US gal) of fuel or 250 h or yearly (8RG1-Up); every 19 000 L (5000 US gal) or 250 h or yearly (REA1-Up, 3JK1-Up, 7BL1-Up)
Coolant (S-O-S coolant analysis Level 1)Test250 hrCat ELC - Every 250 Hours; also the recommended sampling interval for all conventional heavy-duty coolant/antifreeze and for commercial coolants that meet Cat EC-1
Cooling System Coolant Sample (Level 1)Test250 hrEvery 250 service hours
Cooling System Supplemental Coolant Additive (SCA)Test500 hr12 moTest/Add; 8RG1-Up: 12 750 L (3375 US gal) or 250 h or yearly; other S/N: 19 000 L (5000 US gal) or 250 h or yearly
Engine Air Cleaner ElementClean500 hr12 moClean/Replace; 8RG1-Up: 12 750 L (3375 US gal) or 250 h or yearly; other S/N: 19 000 L (5000 US gal) or 250 h or yearly
Engine Oil and FilterChange500 hr12 moEvery 1875L (3054B) / 2350L (3054) / 5700L (3056 TC) / 4700L (3056 NA) fuel or 250-400 hours or 1 year
Engine crankcase oil (S-O-S oil sample)Test250 hrTable 6 S-O-S Oil Sampling Interval; severe applications may require a more frequent oil sampling interval
Fuel System Primary FilterClean250 hr12 moClean/Replace; 8RG1-Up: 12 750 L (3375 US gal) or 250 h or yearly; other S/N: 19 000 L (5000 US gal) or 250 h or yearly
Hoses and ClampsInspect500 hr12 moInspect/Replace; 8RG1-Up: 12 750 L (3375 US gal) or 250 h or yearly; other S/N: 19 000 L (5000 US gal) or 250 h or yearly
SCA (Supplemental Coolant Additive) concentrationTest250 hrTest the concentration of SCA or submit a coolant sample at 250 hour intervals or at PM Level 1 intervals; check at every oil change or every 250 hours, whichever occurs first
Auxiliary Water PumpInspect3000 hr12 moEvery 3750L (3054B) / 4700L (3054) / 5700L (3056 TC) / 4700L (3056 NA) fuel or 500 hours or 1 year
Battery Electrolyte LevelCheck500 hr12 moEvery 3750L fuel or 500 hours or 1 year
Coolant (S-O-S coolant analysis Level 2)Test500 hr12 moFirst service — For new systems, refilled systems, and converted systems that use Cat ELC or Cat DEAC; also every year; use the interval that occurs first
Cooling System Coolant Sample (Level 2)Test500 hr12 moFirst service — Initial 500 hours for new systems, refilled systems, and converted systems
Crankshaft Vibration DamperInspect3000 hr12 moEvery 3750L fuel or 500 hours or 1 year
Engine Air Cleaner Element (Dual Element)Clean500 hr12 moClean/Replace
Engine Air Cleaner Element (Single Element)Replace500 hr12 mo
Engine Crankcase BreatherClean500 hr12 moClean/Replace every 3750L (3054B) / 4700L (3054) or 500 hours or 1 year (varies 3056)
Engine MountsInspect3000 hr12 moEvery 3750L (3054B) / 4700L (3054) fuel or 500 hours or 1 year
Engine Oil SampleOther500 hr12 moObtain sample every 3750L (3054B) / 4700L (3054) fuel or 500 hours or 1 year
Engine Protective DevicesCheck500 hr6 mo
Fuel System Primary Filter (Water Separator) ElementReplace500 hr12 mo
Fuel System Secondary FilterReplace500 hr12 moReplace every 3750L (3054B) / 4700L (3054) fuel or 500 hours or 1 year
Fuel Transfer Pump StrainerClean500 hr12 moClean every 3750L (3054B) / 4700L (3054) fuel or 500 hours or 1 year
RadiatorClean500 hr12 mo
oilChange500 hr3000 Series service intervals increased to 500 hours as standard (3013C, 3024C, 3054, 3056)
Aftercooler CoreClean4000 hrWhen required; also every 76 000 L (20 000 US gal) of fuel or 1000 service hours
Engine Valve LashInspect1000 hrFirst service — Inspect/Adjust
Heat ExchangerInspect1000 hr12 moWhen required; also every 76 000 L (20 000 US gal) of fuel or 1000 service hours
Marine Transmission Oil CoolerClean1000 hrClean/Inspect every 7500L (3054B) / 9400L (3054) / 14400L (3056 TC) / 11400L (3056 NA) fuel or 1000 hours
Engine Speed/Timing SensorsCheck1500 hrCheck/Clean/Calibrate; 76 500 L (20 250 US gal) of fuel or 1500 h (8RG1-Up); 114 000 L (30 000 US gal) or 1500 h (REA1-Up, 3JK1-Up, 7BL1-Up)
Engine Valve LashAdjust1500 hrFirst service — Inspect/Adjust; 76 500 L (20 250 US gal) of fuel or 1500 h (8RG1-Up); 114 000 L (30 000 US gal) or 1500 h (other S/N)
Engine Valve RotatorsInspect1500 hr76 500 L (20 250 US gal) of fuel or 1500 h (8RG1-Up); 114 000 L (30 000 US gal) or 1500 h (other S/N)
Aftercooler CoreInspect2000 hr
AlternatorInspect3000 hr24 moEvery 15000L (3054B) / 18800L (3054) / 28500L (3056 TC) / 22800L (3056 NA) fuel or 2000 hours or 2 years
Cooling System Coolant (DEAC)Change3000 hr24 moEvery 15000L (3054B) / 18800L (3054) / 28500L (3056 TC) / 22800L (3056 NA) fuel or 2000 hours or 2 years

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
ClearanceCoolant level below bottom of filler pipe (engines without recovery tank)within 13mm0.5 inch
ClearanceWater pump leakage considered normal as engine coolssmall amountwater pump seal is lubricated by coolant in the cooling system
OtherAlternator and fan belt tension535Nat center of longest free length
OtherAlternator belt deflection13 to 19mm110 N (25 lb) of force applied midway between the pulleys; 0.50 to 0.75 inch
OtherBelt tension adjustment threshold250Nadjust belt to 535 N if below this value
OtherCaterpillar Fast Acting Cooling System Cleaner concentration0.5L per 15 L1 pint per 4 US gal of cooling system capacity
OtherChlorine content limit for heat exchanger cleaning watermore than 300ppmwater containing more than 300 ppm of chlorine should not be used
OtherCooling system fill rateno faster than 19L per minute5 US gal per minute to avoid air locks
OtherGross Input Torque (TH55-E70)12 667N•m (9350 lb-ft)
OtherGross Input Torque (TH55-E90)12 677N•m (9350 lb-ft)
OtherPaper air cleaner element reuse limitup to sixtimesreplace at least one time per year regardless of number of cleanings
OtherPlate type heat exchanger cleaner concentrationmaximum 4percent by weightcleaning solution temperature less than 60°C (140°F)
OtherRating condition (diesel 7 L and higher)99 kPa (29.31 in Hg) dry barometer, 25°C (77°F)SAE J1995 inlet air standard
OtherRating condition (diesel up to 6.6 L)100 kPa (29.5 in Hg) total barometric pressure, 1 kPa (.295 in Hg) vapor pressure, 25°C (77°F)ISO/TR14396 inlet air standard
OtherRating condition (gas)100 kPa (29.61 in Hg) and 25°C (77°F)SAE J1349 standard
OtherSolvent contact time with heat exchanger gasketsnot more than half an hournatural rubber, butyl rubber and EPDM gaskets swell in these solvents
OtherStall Torque Ratio (TH55-E70)2.23
OtherStall Torque Ratio (TH55-E90)2.23
OtherSupplemental Coolant Additive (SCA) concentration, coolant and SCAdo not exceed sixpercent
OtherSupplemental Coolant Additive (SCA) concentration, water and SCAdo not exceed eightpercent
PressureAuxiliary water pump differential pressure requiring component inspectionmore than 103kPa15 psi
PressureMaximum air pressure at nozzle for cleaning205kPa
PressureMaximum air pressure at nozzle for cleaningless than 205kPa30 psi
PressureMaximum air pressure for air cleaner element cleaning207kPa
PressureMaximum air pressure for cleaning purposes205kPa
PressureMaximum air pressure for cleaning purposes (air nozzle deadheaded)205kPaair nozzle deadheaded
PressureMaximum pressure of filtered, dry air for cleaning paper air cleaner elements207kPa30 psi
PressureMaximum water pressure for cleaning275kPa
PressureMaximum water pressure for cleaning purposes275kPa
PressureMaximum water pressure for rinsing air cleaner element275kPa40 psi; do not use a spray nozzle
PressureUnit injector fuel injection pressure1240bar (18 000 psi)
PressureWS255 pump plunger load238,000lb (107,960 kg)
PressureWS273XD pump plunger load275,000lb (124 738 kg)
PressureWS305XD pump plunger load250,000lb (113 398 kg)
SpeedEngine rpm during cooling system purge1500rpm
SpeedEngine speed for purging air from engine block cavities during coolant fill1500rpmrun one minute at 1500 rpm; low idle to increase
SpeedMaximum Input Speed (TH55-E70/TH55-E90 transmissions)1970rpm
SpeedRated Input Speed (TH55-E70/TH55-E90 transmissions)1900rpm
TemperatureCoolant temperature during DEAC flush82°Cminimum
TemperatureCoolant temperature during ELC flush49 to 66°C
TemperatureCoolant temperature while cleaning heavily plugged systemsminimum 82°C180°F; run at low idle minimum 90 minutes
TemperatureCoolant temperature while cleaning with Fast Acting Cooling System Cleanerminimum 82°C180°F; run at low idle minimum 30 minutes
TemperatureCooling system flush temperature (ELC change)49 to 66°C120 to 150°F
TemperatureEther cylinder storage temperature (maximum)49°C
TemperatureHydrosolv liquid cleaner use temperatureup to 93°C200°F; two to five percent concentration
TemperatureOven drying temperature for paper air cleaner elementsmaximum 82°C160°F
TemperaturePaper air cleaner element wash water temperaturemaximum 60°C140°F; soak element six hours
TorqueAir cleaner service indicator2N·m
TorqueAlternator pivot bolt and link bolt22N·m
TorqueFuel injection line union nuts30N·m
TorqueFuel line nuts40 ± 7N·m30 ± 5 lb ft
TorqueFuel system primary filter housing bolt24 ± 4N·m18 ± 3 lb ft
TorqueFuel system primary filter screw8N·m
TorqueOil filter bowl25N·m
TorqueOil filter drain plug12N·m

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
CoolantCat DEACDiesel; 3,000 Service Hours or Three Years; annual S·O·SSM Level 2 coolant sampling and analysis
CoolantCat DEAC (Diesel Engine Antifreeze/Coolant)Acceptable coolant; commercial heavy-duty antifreeze/coolant must meet ASTM D4985 or ASTM D6210Conventional heavy-duty coolant/antifreeze. Caterpillar recommends a 1:1 mixture of water and glycol. Do not use a commercial coolant/antifreeze that only meets the ASTM D3306 specification. Do not use Cat SCA at the initial fill when Cat DEAC is used.
CoolantCat ELCDiesel; 12,000 Service Hours or Six Years; add Cat ELC Extender at 6,000 service hours or one half of service life; annual S·O·SSM Level 2 coolant sampling and analysis
CoolantCat ELC (Extended Life Coolant)Caterpillar EC-1 specification (preferred); also meets ASTM D4985, ASTM D6210, and ASTM D3306Service life of 12000 service hours or six years. Premixed ELC provides freeze protection to -37 C (-34 F); ELC Concentrate can be used to lower the freezing point to -52 C (-62 F). An Extender is the only additional maintenance needed at 6000 service hours or one half of the ELC service life. Cat ELC cooling systems can withstand contamination to a maximum of ten percent of conventional heavy-duty coolant/antifreeze and/or SCA.
CoolantCat ELC ExtenderAdd every 6000 service hours or 3 years according to requirements for cooling system capacity
CoolantCat Extended Life Coolant (ELC)Use only Cat ELC Extender with Cat ELC; do not use conventional SCA with Cat ELC.
CoolantCat NGECNatural Gas; 16,000 Service Hours or Three Years; use interval that occurs first
CoolantCat SCA (Supplemental Coolant Additive) with waterSCA concentration in a cooling system that uses SCA and water should be six to eight percent by volume; do not exceed the eight percent maximum concentration. If Cat SCA is not used, the commercial SCA must provide a minimum of 2400 mg/L or 2400 ppm (140 grains/US gal) of nitrites in the final coolant mixture when used with water, and a minimum of 1400 mg/L or 1400 ppm (82 grains/US gal) with heavy-duty coolant/antifreeze.
CoolantCaterpillar Conventional Coolant with SCA (Supplemental Coolant Additive)Requires periodic SCA testing and addition per maintenance schedule
CoolantCaterpillar Extended Life Coolant (ELC)Does not require frequent SCA additions; extender added only once at specified intervals
CoolantDEACConventional coolant requiring supplemental coolant additive (SCA).
CoolantGlycol (ethylene glycol / propylene glycol)Propylene glycol coolant must meet ASTM D6210-04Ethylene glycol: 50 percent = freeze protection -37 C (-34 F), boil protection 106 C (223 F); 60 percent = -52 C (-62 F), 111 C (232 F). Propylene glycol: 50 percent = -32 C (-26 F), 106 C (223 F). Do not use propylene glycol in concentrations that exceed 50 percent; do not use ethylene glycol in concentrations that exceed 60 percent. All Caterpillar diesel engines equipped with air-to-air aftercooling (ATAAC) require a minimum of 30 percent glycol.
Engine oilEPA 2D 89.330-96 (fuel reference, Diesel <6.6 L, density 0,845-0,850 kg/L a 15 °C)Reference condition only, not a lubricant recommendation
Engine oilCat DEO (Diesel Engine Oil) 10W-30 and 15W-40Cat ECF-1 (exceeds); API CI-4, API CI-4 PLUS, API CH-4, API CG-4, API CF (Cat DEO SAE 15W-40)Caterpillar oils are used to fill diesel engines at the factory. Non-Caterpillar commercial oils are second choice oils. Do not use API CF-4 oils in Caterpillar diesel engines. Do not use single grade API CF oils or multigrade API CF oils in 3500 Series, C175 Series and smaller DI diesel engines.
Engine oilCat NGEONatural Gas
Engine oilCommercial oils (DI engines)Cat ECF-1 required; API CG-4 multigrade acceptable; API CH-4, API CI-4 and API CI-4 PLUS acceptable only if the requirements of Cat ECF-1 are met; do not use API CF-4 oilsMinimum TBN must be 10 times the fuel sulfur level (ASTM D2896); minimum TBN of the oil is 5 regardless of a low fuel sulfur level. API CG-4 oils: do not exceed the standard oil drain interval.
Engine oilCommercial oils (PC engines)Cat ECF-1; API CH-4, API CI-4, API CI-4 PLUS (if Cat ECF-1 requirements met); API CG-4 multigrade; API CF-4 multigrade; API CFMinimum TBN of the oil that is used in PC engines must be 20 times the fuel sulfur level; minimum TBN of new oil is five. Change the oil when the TBN deteriorates to 50 percent of the original TBN.
Engine oilRe-refined base stock oilsAcceptable if they meet the performance requirements specified by Caterpillar; filtering is inadequate for producing high quality re-refined base stock oils.
Engine oilSynthetic base stock oilsAcceptable if they meet the performance requirements specified for the engine compartment. Caterpillar does not recommend the automatic extension of oil drain intervals for any type of oil.
Engine oillow sulfated ash oilRequired for U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage IV engines.
Engine oilCat Arctic DEO SYN SAE 0W-30-40°C to 30°CEngine Crankcase; Industrial Engines
Engine oilSAE 0W-20-40°C to 10°CTable 1 Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures (DI diesel engines)
Engine oilSAE 0W-30-40°C to 30°CTable 1 Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures (DI diesel engines)
Engine oilSAE 0W-40-40°C to 40°CTable 1 Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures (DI diesel engines)
Engine oilCat DEO SYN SAE 5W-40-30°C to 50°CEngine Crankcase; Industrial Engines
Engine oilSAE 5W-30-30°C to 30°CTable 1 Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures (DI diesel engines)
Engine oilSAE 5W-40-30°C to 50°CTable 1 Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures (DI diesel engines)
Engine oilCat DEO SAE 10W-30-18°C to 40°CEngine Crankcase; Industrial Engines
Engine oilSAE 10W-30-18°C to 40°CTable 1 Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures (DI diesel engines); SAE 10W-30 is the preferred viscosity grade for the 3116, 3126, C7, C-9 and C9 diesel engines between -18 C (0 F) and 40 C (104 F)
Engine oilSAE 10W-40-18°C to 50°CTable 1 Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures (DI diesel engines)

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Procedures

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Determining the cause of a plugged fuel filter (ice or wax) diagnostic
  1. Remove the fuel filters.
  2. Cut the fuel filters open.
  3. Inspect the fuel filter before the filter warms. The inspection will show that the filter is filled with particles of either ice or wax.
Aftercooler Core - Clean/Test maintenance

⚠ Personal injury can result from air pressure.

⚠ Do not use a high concentration of caustic cleaner to clean the core.

Tools: pressurized air, pressurized water, light bulb

  1. Remove the core.
  2. Turn the core upside-down to remove debris.
  3. Direct pressurized air (less than 205 kPa) opposite the fan airflow, holding the nozzle about 6 mm from the fins.
  4. Use pressurized water (less than 275 kPa) to soften mud; clean the core from both sides.
  5. Back flush the core with a suitable cleaner.
  6. Steam clean the core and flush the fins.
  7. Wash the core with hot soapy water and rinse thoroughly.
  8. Dry the core with compressed air in the reverse direction of normal flow.
  9. Inspect the core for cleanliness and pressure test it; repair if necessary.
  10. Install the core.
  11. Start the engine and accelerate to high idle, then inspect with a light bulb.
Alternator Belt - Inspect/Adjust/Replace maintenance

⚠ Inspect belt for wear and cracking before adjustment

⚠ Replace belts in matched sets only; new single belt will carry excessive load if paired with stretched older belts

⚠ Belt slippage decreases belt life

Tools: Belt tension gauge

  1. Remove belt guard for access
  2. Loosen mounting bolts and adjusting bolt
  3. Slide alternator in direction needed to achieve correct belt tension
  4. Tighten adjusting bolt to secure position
  5. Tighten mounting bolts per torque specifications in manual
  6. Reinstall belt guard
  7. After new belt installation, check adjustment again after 30 minutes at rated RPM
Alternator and Fan Belts - Inspect/Adjust/Replace maintenance

⚠ Loose belts may slip enough to cause overheating.

Tools: 144-0235 Belt Tension Gauge

  1. Inspect belts for wear and cracking; replace worn or damaged belts.
  2. Replace belts in matched sets for multiple drive belt applications.
  3. Install the 144-0235 Belt Tension Gauge at the center of the longest free length.
  4. Correct tension is 535 N (120 lb); adjust the belt if tension is below 250 N (56 lb).
  5. Loosen the alternator pivot bolt and the link bolt.
  6. Move the alternator to increase or decrease belt tension.
  7. Tighten the alternator pivot bolt and link bolt to 22 N·m (16 lb ft).
Battery - Replace maintenance

⚠ Batteries give off combustible gases which can explode.

⚠ The battery cover should be removed before any servicing is attempted.

  1. Turn the key start switch to OFF. Remove the key and all electrical loads.
  2. Turn OFF the battery charger and disconnect it.
  3. Disconnect the NEGATIVE '-' cable from the NEGATIVE '-' battery terminal.
  4. Disconnect the POSITIVE '+' cable from the POSITIVE '+' battery terminal.
  5. Remove the used battery.
  6. Install the new battery.
  7. Connect the cable from the starting motor to the POSITIVE '+' battery terminal.
  8. Connect the cable from the ground plane to the NEGATIVE '-' battery terminal.
Battery Electrolyte Level - Check maintenance

⚠ All lead-acid batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn the skin and clothing.

Tools: 245-5829 Coolant Battery Tester Refractometer, fine grade sandpaper

  1. Remove the filler caps and maintain the electrolyte to the 'FULL' mark.
  2. Add distilled water if necessary; do not use artificially softened water.
  3. Check the electrolyte condition with the 245-5829 Coolant Battery Tester Refractometer.
  4. Keep the batteries clean.
  5. Clean the battery case with baking soda and water or ammonia and water.
  6. Rinse the battery case with clean water.
  7. Clean terminals and clamps with fine grade sandpaper until bright.
  8. Coat clamps and terminals with 5N-5561 Silicone Lubricant, petroleum jelly, or MPGM.
Battery or Battery Cable - Disconnect maintenance

⚠ Removing the battery cables with the cover in place may cause a battery explosion.

Tools: fine grade sandpaper

  1. Turn the start switch OFF and the ignition switch OFF (if equipped). Remove the key and all electrical loads.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery terminal so the cable cannot contact the terminal.
  3. Remove the positive connection.
  4. Clean all disconnected connections and battery terminals.
  5. Clean terminals and clamps with fine sandpaper until bright.
  6. Coat clamps and terminals with silicone lubricant or petroleum jelly.
  7. Tape the cable connections to help prevent accidental starting.
  8. Connect the positive connection before the negative connection.
Changing to Cat ELC maintenance

⚠ Do not leave an empty SCA maintenance element on a system that is filled with ELC. The element housing may corrode and leak causing an engine failure.

⚠ Improper or incomplete rinsing of the cooling system can result in damage to copper and other metal components.

⚠ The cooling system cleaner must be thoroughly flushed from the cooling system. Cooling system cleaner that is left in the system will contaminate the coolant. The cleaner may also corrode the cooling system.

Tools: Caterpillar cleaner for cooling systems, 5P-3413 Pipe Sealant, Suitable containers to collect fluids

  1. Drain the coolant into a suitable container.
  2. Dispose of the coolant according to local regulations.
  3. If equipped, remove the empty SCA maintenance element and the element base. Plug the coolant lines or bypass the coolant lines.
  4. Flush the system with clean water in order to remove any debris.
  5. Use Caterpillar cleaner for cooling systems in order to clean the system. Follow the instructions on the label.
  6. Drain the cleaner into a suitable container. Flush the cooling system with clean water.
  7. In systems with heavy deposits, disconnect the hoses. Clean deposits and debris from the hoses and fittings. Install the hoses and tighten the hose fittings.
  8. Fill the cooling system with clean water and operate the engine until the engine is warmed to 49 C to 66 C (120 F to 151 F).
  9. Drain the cooling system into a suitable container and flush the cooling system with clean water.
  10. Repeat Steps 8 and 9 until the system is completely clean.
  11. Fill the cooling system with the Cat ELC.
  12. Operate the engine until the engine is warmed. While the engine is running, inspect the engine for leaks. Tighten hose clamps and connections in order to stop any leaks.
  13. Attach the Special Publication, PEEP5027, "Label" to the cooling system filler for the engine in order to indicate the use of Cat ELC.
Cooling System Coolant (DEAC) - Change maintenance

⚠ Pressurized system: hot coolant can cause serious burns.

Tools: 9S-8140 Pressurizing Pump

  1. Stop the engine, allow it to cool, loosen the filler cap slowly, and remove it.
  2. Open the cooling system drain valve or remove a drain plug; allow the coolant to drain.
  3. Flush the cooling system with clean water to remove debris.
  4. Close the drain valve, clean and install the drain plugs.
  5. Fill with clean water and Caterpillar Fast Acting Cooling System Cleaner (0.5 L per 15 L).
  6. Start and run the engine at low idle for at least 30 minutes at 82 °C (180 °F).
  7. Stop the engine, drain, and flush with clean water until all cleaning agent is gone.
  8. Fill the cooling system with coolant/antifreeze.
  9. Run the engine at low idle, increase to 1500 rpm, and run at high idle for one minute.
  10. Check the coolant level within 13 mm (0.5 inch) below the bottom of the fill pipe.
  11. Clean and inspect the filler cap gasket; pressure test with a 9S-8140 Pressurizing Pump.
Cooling System Coolant (ELC) - Change maintenance

⚠ Pressurized system: hot coolant can cause serious burns.

Tools: 9S-8140 Pressurizing Pump

  1. Stop the engine, allow it to cool, loosen the filler cap slowly, and remove it.
  2. Open the drain valve or remove the drain plugs and allow the coolant to drain.
  3. Flush the cooling system with clean water and drain.
  4. Close the drain valve, clean and install the drain plugs.
  5. Fill with clean water, install the filler cap, and run until 49 to 66 °C (120 to 150 °F).
  6. Stop the engine, drain, and flush with clean water.
  7. Fill with Extended Life Coolant (ELC); do not install the filler cap.
  8. Run the engine at low idle for 5 minutes, then at high idle for one minute.
  9. Check the coolant level within 13 mm (0.5 inch) below the bottom of the fill pipe.
  10. Clean the filler cap and inspect the gasket; pressure test with a 9S-8140 Pressurizing Pump.
Cooling System Coolant Extender (ELC) - Add maintenance

⚠ Do NOT use conventional supplemental coolant additive (SCA) with Cat ELC.

  1. Loosen the cooling system filler cap slowly to relieve pressure, then remove it.
  2. Drain enough coolant to add the Cat ELC Extender, if necessary.
  3. Add Cat ELC Extender according to the engine's cooling system capacity.
  4. Clean the filler cap, inspect the gaskets, replace the cap if damaged, and install it.
Cooling System Coolant Level - Check maintenance

⚠ Pressurized system: hot coolant can cause serious burns.

  1. Check the coolant level when the engine is stopped and cool.
  2. Observe the coolant level in the coolant recovery tank; maintain to the 'COLD FULL' mark.
  3. Loosen the filler cap slowly to relieve pressure, then remove it.
  4. Pour the correct coolant mixture into the tank; do not fill above the 'COLD FULL' mark.
  5. Clean the filler cap and receptacle, reinstall the cap, and inspect for leaks.

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Parts cataloged across the Caterpillar 3054C family

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Part #DescriptionCategory
102-9720Cleaning Kit (detergent and oil for AIRSEP air cleaner elements)Air filter
110-6326Air PrimaryAir filter
123-2367Air PrimaryAir filter
339-7767AlternatorAlternator
6T1395AlternatorAlternator
6N6798V-beltBelt
9L6639V-beltBelt
AEHQ4001-03Cat® 3054C DIT EngineEngine
1U-5490Hydrosolv 4165 liquid cleaner, 19 L (5 US gallon)Fluid
1U-5492Hydrosolv 100 Liquid Cleaner, 19 L (5 US gal)Fluid
5N-5561Silicone LubricantFluid
133-5673Fuel/Water SeparatorFuel filter
138-3100Filter water separatorFuel filter
1R-0749Fuel Secondary - ADVFuel filter
1R0749Filter fuelFuel filter
4N1151Gasket oil panGasket
RE532716SHORT BLOCK ASSEMBLY (Also Order Engine Overhaul Gasket Kit and Cylinder Head Bolt Kit)Gasket
035-8059Glow plugGlow plug
3T8705Glow plugGlow plug
3T8706Glow plugGlow plug
306-345Hydraulic thumbHydraulic thumb
8S-2245Injection Cleaning Tool GroupInjector
1R-0716Engine OilOil filter
1R-1808Engine Oil - ADVOil filter
1R0716Filter oilOil filter
7W-2326Engine OilOil filter
7W-2327Engine OilOil filter
7W2327Filter oilOil filter
0676879Connecting rodService part / kit
169-8373Fluid Sampling BottleService part / kit
174-6854Hydrosolv 100 liquid cleaner, 19 L (5 US gallon)Service part / kit
2255441Connecting rod (Grade L)Service part / kit
2255453Connecting rod (Grade J)Service part / kit
2255454Connecting rod (Grade H)Service part / kit
249-0439Oxidation Catalyst Assembly - RoundService part / kit
249-0474Oxidation Catalyst Assembly - RectangleService part / kit
249-0476Oxidation Catalyst Assembly - RectangleService part / kit
249-0477Oxidation Catalyst Assembly - RectangleService part / kit
256-0331Oxidation Catalyst Assembly - RoundService part / kit
2562235Connecting rodService part / kit
4C-9301Coolant Conditioner Test KitService part / kit
5P-3413Pipe SealantService part / kit
8810-10Operating WeightService part / kit
8N1728Connecting rodService part / kit
8T-5296Coolant Conditioner Test KitService part / kit
9S-3263Thread lockService part / kit
AEHQ5560-01Bucket/fork positioner, automaticService part / kit
C11/C13Cat® Engines with ACERT® TechnologyService part / kit
C15/C18Cat® Engines with ACERT® TechnologyService part / kit
C27/C32Cat® Engines with ACERT® TechnologyService part / kit
C6.6Cat® Engines with ACERT® TechnologyService part / kit
LEXE0363-00January 2012Service part / kit
QEHQ1025Not explicitly stated in the documentService part / kit
QEHQ1085Uptime KitService part / kit
QEHQ9778-01Replaces QEHQ9778Service part / kit
QEHQ9995Not explicitly statedService part / kit
138-6744Water pump repair kitPump
161-4113Oil pumpPump
1U-5718Vacuum PumpPump
1W1700Lift/transfer pumpPump
384-8611Lift/transfer pumpPump
PF-300CPneumatic TirePump
PS-300CPneumatic TirePump
142-5867Front sealSeal
142-5868Rear sealSeal
4P-7610Magnetic Pickup Group (engine speed/timing sensor in flywheel housing)Sensor
9G8010SwitchSensor
ECC328Speed ControllerSpeed controller
225-3150Starter motorStarter
RE506105STARTER (12 V)Starter
RE528929STARTERStarter
SE501853STARTER (REMAN FOR RE506105) (12 V)Starter
4W8063ThermostatThermostat

Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.

Aftermarket parts that fit this engine

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241-9999 FridayParts $59.99 103-5916 FridayParts $158.99 350-8687 FridayParts $160.59 VA53-BP70/LL-39A FridayParts $160.59 213-9759 FridayParts $22.58 KuduParts $50.00 373-6995 FridayParts $198.40 216-4970 FridayParts $86.52 SDLM-120-4 FridayParts $86.52 126T FridayParts $73.56 033-7687 FridayParts $73.56 195-0189 FridayParts $83.00 KuduParts $109.00 195-0190 FridayParts $83.00 KuduParts $109.00 3E-7278 FridayParts $55.99 336-9096 FridayParts $49.59 105-2813 FridayParts $155.56 105-2814 FridayParts $155.56 0R-9274 FridayParts $155.56 3E-7587 FridayParts $139.95 322-3155 FridayParts $35.45 106-7637 FridayParts $99.00 909-116 FridayParts $99.00 424-6821 FridayParts $167.72 105-4849 FridayParts $82.99 3E-6466 FridayParts $73.99 162-2073 FridayParts $73.99 24VDC Amazon eBay $55.99 FridayParts $10.89 220-4165 FridayParts $139.50 9R-6176 FridayParts $1026.00 3005-24V FridayParts $89.99 3E-7586 FridayParts $89.99 105-4850 FridayParts $89.99 5P-8309 FridayParts $48.90 425-7103 FridayParts $171.56 171-2211 FridayParts $81.88 SDLM-90-4 FridayParts $81.88 211-1381 FridayParts $790.69 359-9885 FridayParts $258.56 130-0263 FridayParts $32.92 450-6568 FridayParts $32.92 195-0192 FridayParts $102.70 195-0191 FridayParts $102.70 5C-8964 FridayParts $30.99 5C-9029 FridayParts $30.99 148-8385 FridayParts $10.80 150-4037 FridayParts $27.42 3B-6552 FridayParts $7.51 167-3740 FridayParts $139.99 KuduParts $153.00 6I-1450 FridayParts $42.88 110-2556 KuduParts $140.00 FridayParts $145.00 262-9786 KuduParts $41.00 FridayParts $43.15 227-7448 KuduParts $40.00 FridayParts $41.80 227-7449 KuduParts $40.00 FridayParts $41.80 216-7953 FridayParts $132.79 8H-9789 KuduParts $15.00 FridayParts $16.95 9T3370 FridayParts $406.30 185-5622 Amazon eBay KuduParts $2035.00 FridayParts $2059.99 169-4162 KuduParts $24.00 FridayParts $25.60 252-4442 FridayParts $154.56 304-8965 FridayParts $158.80 SinoCMP $169.00 358-7085 FridayParts $158.80 SinoCMP $169.00

Parts listed by aftermarket suppliers as fitting this engine — leads compiled from supplier catalogs; verify the exact part for your serial number.

Filters for this engine

  • Air filter: Caterpillar 2788275 Caterpillar 2788276 Caterpillar D141106 Caterpillar 2229020 Caterpillar 2065234 Caterpillar 2065253 Caterpillar 0773968 Caterpillar 2229021
  • Fuel filter: Caterpillar 1512409 Caterpillar 1R0753 Caterpillar 1R0763 Caterpillar 8N9803 Caterpillar 4415111 Caterpillar 9R9925 Caterpillar 1561200 Caterpillar 1383096
  • Oil filter: Caterpillar IR1807 Caterpillar 2409393 Caterpillar 1W3300 Donaldson P551807 Donaldson P554407 Donaldson P554004 Wix 57791 Baldwin B7700

Cross-referenced via Donaldson + OEM/engine-maker interchange — options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for every exact variant.

Also used in

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  • Caterpillar AP800D — Paver
  • Caterpillar BG225C — Paver
  • Caterpillar BG230D — Paver
  • Caterpillar CB434D — Compactor
  • Caterpillar CB534D — Compactor
  • Caterpillar CB564D — Compactor
  • Caterpillar CD54 — Compactor
  • Caterpillar CP323C — Compactor
  • Caterpillar CP533 — Compactor
  • Caterpillar CP533E — Compactor
  • Spra Coupe 4650 — Sprayers
  • Spra Coupe 4655 — Sprayers

Other equipment known to use this engine, via filter-application cross-reference — useful for sourcing parts even when your exact machine isn't listed elsewhere on this page.

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the Caterpillar 3054C?

The Caterpillar 3054C engine has an oil capacity of 9.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the Caterpillar 3054C?

The Caterpillar 3054C has a displacement of 4.4 liters with 4 cylinders.

Which generators use the Caterpillar 3054C engine?

The Caterpillar 3054C powers 6 generator set(s), including Caterpillar 3054, Caterpillar 3056, Caterpillar 3606, Caterpillar 3608, Caterpillar 3612.

What oil filter does the Caterpillar 3054C use?

The Caterpillar 3054C uses oil filter part numbers Caterpillar IR1807, Caterpillar 2409393, Caterpillar 1W3300.

What fuel filter does the Caterpillar 3054C use?

The Caterpillar 3054C uses fuel filter part numbers Caterpillar 1512409, Caterpillar 1R0753, Caterpillar 1R0763.

What air filter does the Caterpillar 3054C use?

The Caterpillar 3054C uses air filter part numbers Caterpillar 2788275, Caterpillar 2788276, Caterpillar D141106.

How often should you change the oil in the Caterpillar 3054C?

The Caterpillar 3054C oil change interval is every 500 hours.