Service parts for the 3208
Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.
Air intake
1 requiredFuel system
1 requiredOil system
1 requiredBelts
1 requiredPrices captured from merchant listings; some links are affiliate links. Confirm against your serial number before ordering.
Specifications
| Fuel | diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 175 kW |
| Controller | EMCP II+ |
| Voltage options | 277/480 V |
| Phase | 3 |
Maintenance & consumables
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Air filter inner | 6I2502 | eBay $29.99 KuduParts $24.00 FridayParts $26.18 | ||
| Fuel filter | — | ||||
| Fuel filter | Filter water separator | 8N0205 | eBay $60.00 FridayParts $35.00 | ||
| Oil filter | Filter oil | 1R0713 | Amazon $24.90 eBay $25.00 eBay $31.49 KuduParts $13.00 FridayParts $15.70 | ||
| Battery | — | ||||
| Belt | Alternator, V, .50in (12.7mm) - 49.49in (1257mm) | M-4N8580 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Coolant | — | ||||
| Oil | — | ||||
| Spark plug | — |
Service specifications
3| Type | Item | Value | Unit | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pressure | Low oil pressure setpoint | 30 | PSI | |
| Speed | Overspeed setpoint | 2120 | RPM | |
| Temperature | High water temperature setpoint | 225 | F |
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
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coolant | Cat DEAC | Diesel; 3,000 Service Hours or Three Years; annual S·O·SSM Level 2 coolant sampling and analysis | |||
| Coolant | Cat ELC | Diesel; 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 | |||
| Coolant | Cat NGEC | Natural Gas; 16,000 Service Hours or Three Years; use interval that occurs first | |||
| Engine oil | Cat NGEO | Natural Gas | |||
| Engine oil | Cat Arctic DEO SYN SAE 0W-30 | -40°C to 30°C | Engine Crankcase; Industrial Engines | ||
| Engine oil | Cat DEO SYN SAE 5W-40 | -30°C to 50°C | Engine Crankcase; Industrial Engines | ||
| Engine oil | Cat DEO SAE 10W-30 | -18°C to 40°C | Engine Crankcase; Industrial Engines | ||
| Engine oil | Cat DEO SAE 15W-40 | -9°C to 50°C | Engine Crankcase; Industrial Engines | ||
| Grease | Cat Generator Set Grease | Part Number 108-8611 |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Voltage reconnection
| Voltage | Phase | Connection | Leads | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 277/480 | 3 | 12 lead | 12 | Generator end is 12 lead reconnectable; 12 lead wired 277/480 |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Common questions
What size generator is the Caterpillar 3208?
The Caterpillar 3208 is rated 175 kW standby.
Is the Caterpillar 3208 diesel or gas?
The Caterpillar 3208 runs on diesel.
What voltage does the Caterpillar 3208 produce?
The Caterpillar 3208 is offered in 277/480 V, 3-phase.
What oil filter does the Caterpillar 3208 use?
The Caterpillar 3208 uses oil filter part number 1R0713.
What fuel filter fits the Caterpillar 3208?
The Caterpillar 3208 uses fuel filter part number 8N0205.
What air filter fits the Caterpillar 3208?
The Caterpillar 3208 uses air filter part number 6I2502.
Parts
66| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 102-8392 | Thermostat | Thermostat | eBay $25.06 | |
| 175-4360 | High Efficiency Fuel Filter | 1 | Battery | Amazon eBay |
| 175-4370 | High Efficiency Fuel Filter | 1 | Battery | Amazon eBay |
| 175-4390 | High Efficiency Fuel Filter | 1 | Battery | Amazon eBay |
| 1R-0749 | Fuel Secondary - ADV | 1 | Fuel filter | Amazon $90.99 Amazon $19.99 eBay $135.88 eBay $135.88 KuduParts $17.00 FridayParts $47.50 |
| 1R-0750 | High Efficiency Fuel Filter | 1 | Fuel filter | Amazon $16.99 eBay $33.80 eBay $33.80 KuduParts $17.00 FridayParts $29.50 |
| 1R-0751 | High Efficiency Fuel Filter | 1 | Fuel filter | Amazon $128.50 Amazon eBay $20.19 eBay $48.88 KuduParts $36.00 FridayParts $37.23 |
| 1R-0755 | High Efficiency Fuel Filter | 1 | Filter | Amazon $20.99 eBay $34.99 eBay $96.90 KuduParts $54.00 FridayParts $71.99 |
| 1R-0756 | High Efficiency Fuel Filter | Fuel filter | Amazon $28.31 eBay $18.99 eBay $18.99 KuduParts $33.00 FridayParts $34.98 | |
| 1R-0766 | High Efficiency Fuel Filter | 1 | Fuel filter | Amazon eBay $50.07 KuduParts $41.00 FridayParts $43.25 |
| 1R-1740 | Standard Efficiency Fuel Filter | 1 | Filter | Amazon eBay $21.00 |
| 1R0713 | Filter oil | Oil filter | Amazon $24.90 eBay $25.00 eBay $31.49 KuduParts $13.00 FridayParts $15.70 | |
| 1R0714 | Filter oil | Oil filter | eBay $26.99 KuduParts $27.00 FridayParts $29.54 | |
| 1W5829 | Fuel injector | Injector | eBay $229.95 FridayParts $96.00 SinoCMP $149.00 | |
| 2W0712 | Water pump seal | Seal | eBay $15.99 | |
| 2W1225 | Water pump | Pump | eBay $515.00 FridayParts $139.11 SinoCMP $179.00 | |
| 2W3535 | Water pump impeller | Impeller | eBay $89.99 | |
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| 4W7016 | Fuel injector | Injector | eBay $114.92 FridayParts $370.34 | |
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| 58E2D210 | 3208 Series, 210 HP, 2600 RPM, California, Turbo, Front Sump, Flat Tappet Cam | 1 | Turbocharger | Amazon eBay |
| 58E2D215 | F2 3208 Series, 215 HP, 2200 RPM, Turbo, Front Sump, Double Drilled Bell Housing, Flat Cam & Flat Lifters | 1 | Turbocharger | Amazon eBay |
| 58E2D215B | F2 3208 Series, 215 HP, 2200 RPM, Turbo, Rear Sump, Double Drilled Bell Housing, Flat Cam & Flat Lifters | 1 | Turbocharger | Amazon eBay |
| 58E2D225 | F2 3208 Series, 225 HP, 2600 RPM, Turbo, Front Sump, Double Drilled Bell Housing, Flat Cam & Flat Lifters | 1 | Turbocharger | Amazon eBay |
| 58E2D225B | F2 3208 Series, 225 HP, 2600 RPM, Turbo, Rear Sump, Double Drilled Bell Housing, Flat Cam & Flat Lifters | 1 | Turbocharger | Amazon eBay |
| 58E2D225SB | F1 , F2 3208 Series, Turbo, with Flat Cam & Flat Lifters, Build to Order | 1 | Turbocharger | Amazon eBay |
| 58E2D250 | F2 3208 Series, 250 HP, 2600 RPM, Turbo, Front Sump, Double Drilled Bell Housing, Roller Cam & Roller Lifters | 1 | Turbocharger | Amazon eBay |
| 58E2D250B | F2 3208 Series, 250 HP, 2600 RPM, Turbo, Rear Sump, Double Drilled Bell Housing, Roller Cam & Roller Lifters | 1 | Turbocharger | Amazon eBay |
| 58E2D250SB | F1 , F2 3208 Series, Various HP, Turbo, with Roller Cam & Roller Lifters, Build to Order | 1 | Turbocharger | Amazon eBay |
| 58E5D295SB | F1 , F2 3208 Series, Various HP, Turbo, with Roller Cam & Roller Lifters, Build to Order | 1 | Turbocharger | Amazon eBay |
| 58E6L104M | F3 3208 Marine, 260 - 385 HP, Fits Turbocharged & Aftercooled Applications (oil pan not included) | 1 | Turbocharger | Amazon eBay |
| 58F1D330SB | F1 , F2 3208 Series, Various HP, Turbo, with Roller Cam & Roller Lifters, Build to Order, CAC, Heavy Sleeve | 1 | Turbocharger | Amazon eBay |
| 6I2502 | Air filter inner | Air filter | eBay $29.99 KuduParts $24.00 FridayParts $26.18 | |
| 6I2504 | Air filter inner | Air filter | eBay $25.99 KuduParts $115.00 FridayParts $119.99 | |
| 6T1395 | Alternator | Alternator | eBay $444.93 FridayParts $223.95 | |
| 7W2059 | Gasket cylinder head | Gasket | eBay $99.99 FridayParts $45.00 | |
| 8N0205 | Filter water separator | Fuel filter | eBay $60.00 FridayParts $35.00 | |
| 8N9803 | Filter water separator | Fuel filter | eBay $33.99 KuduParts $43.00 FridayParts $45.65 | |
| 9L6969 | Fuel injector | Injector | eBay $111.99 FridayParts $110.00 | |
| 9L8016 | Gasket oil pan | Gasket | buy | |
| 9N2366 | Fuel injector | Injector | Amazon eBay $80.00 FridayParts $295.00 | |
| 9N3299 | Fuel injector | Injector | eBay $65.34 FridayParts $126.60 | |
| DM-8C5367 | GASKET SET, FUEL SYSTEM 3208 | Gasket | Amazon | |
| DM-9L8016 | PAN GASKET 3208 | Gasket | Amazon | |
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| M-4532206 | Gasket Set - Front Structure | Gasket | Amazon eBay | |
| M-4N8580 | Alternator, V, .50in (12.7mm) - 49.49in (1257mm) | 2 | Belt | Amazon eBay |
| 2P8315 | Bracket Assembty* | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 3P1544 | Pin** | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay $39.63 |
| 58D4D121B | 3208 Series, 121HP, 2270 RPM, Industrial, Naturally Aspirated, Rear Sump | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 58D4D175 | 3208 Series, 175 HP, 2800 RPM, Naturally Aspirated, Front Sump | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 58D4D200C | 3208 Series, 200 HP, 2800 RPM, Naturally Aspirated, Front Sump, Cal Model w/EGR | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 58D4D210 | 3208 Series, 210 HP, 2800 RPM, Naturally Aspirated, Front Sump | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 58D4D210B | 3208 Series, 210 HP, 2800 RPM, Naturally Aspirated, Rear Sump, Double Drilled Bell Housing | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 58D4D210D | 3208 Series, 210 HP, 2800 RPM, Naturally Aspirated, Front Sump, Double Drilled Bell Housing | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 58D4D210SB | F1 3208 Series, Naturally Aspirated, Build to Order | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 58D4D211 | 3208 Series, 210 HP, 2600 RPM, Naturally Aspirated, Front Sump | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 58D4D211B | 3208 Series, 210 HP, 2600 RPM, Naturally Aspirated, Rear Sump, Double Drilled Bell Housing | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 7E4728 | Connecting rod | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay $93.00 | |
| 9N0407 | Connecting rod | Service part / kit | Amazon | |
| PEHP3036 | Cat Reman Short and Long Blocks | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| PEHP3036-01 | Cat Reman Short and Long Blocks | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| SELS0071-01 | Series Boost Attachment For SR-4 Generators | Service part / kit | Amazon |
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Available documents
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