Caterpillar 3054C — Aftercooler Core - Clean/Test
Maintenance
For the Caterpillar 3054C, from the Caterpillar owner's manual.
Applies to: Caterpillar 3054C engine
Before you start
- Personal injury can result from air pressure.
- Do not use a high concentration of caustic cleaner to clean the core.
Procedure
- Remove the core.
- Turn the core upside-down to remove debris.
- Direct pressurized air (less than 205 kPa) opposite the fan airflow, holding the nozzle about 6 mm from the fins.
- Use pressurized water (less than 275 kPa) to soften mud; clean the core from both sides.
- Back flush the core with a suitable cleaner.
- Steam clean the core and flush the fins.
- Wash the core with hot soapy water and rinse thoroughly.
- Dry the core with compressed air in the reverse direction of normal flow.
- Inspect the core for cleanliness and pressure test it; repair if necessary.
- Install the core.
- Start the engine and accelerate to high idle, then inspect with a light bulb.
Tools required
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Specs & values
- Maximum air pressure 205 kPa (30 psi)
- Maximum water pressure 275 kPa (40 psi)
Full service-parts list: Caterpillar 3054C engine →
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.