Caterpillar 3044C — Engine Air Cleaner Element (Dual Element) - Clean/Replace
Maintenance
For the Caterpillar 3044C, from the Caterpillar owner's manual.
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Before you start
- Never run engine without air cleaner element.
- Never service with engine running.
Procedure
- Remove cover. Remove primary air cleaner element.
- Secondary element: remove and discard every three cleanings of primary.
- Cover air inlet with tape.
- Clean inside of air cleaner cover and body with clean, dry cloth.
- Remove tape. Install secondary element. Install new or cleaned primary element.
- Install cover. Reset air cleaner service indicator.
- Clean primary element with pressurized air (max 207 kPa) or vacuum. Do not wash. Do not tap or strike.
- Inspect with 60 watt blue light for tears/holes. Discard damaged.
Tools required
- 60 watt blue light Amazon
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Specs & values
- 207 kPa max air pressure
Source: Caterpillar owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.