Caterpillar 3406C Marine Engine — Remove & Install Air Cleaner

Maintenance

For the Caterpillar 3406C Marine Engine, from the Caterpillar service manual.

Applies to: Caterpillar 3406C engine

Procedure

1. Remove three bolts (1).
2. Loosen hose clamp (2).
3. Remove three bolts (4), and remove air cleaner (3).
4. For installation, put air cleaner (3) in position on the turbocharger and bracket.
5. Install three bolts (4) that hold the air cleaner to the bracket; tighten to 25 ± 7 N·m.
6. Tighten hose clamp (2) to 4.5 ± 0.5 N·m.
7. Install three bolts (1); tighten to 25 ± 7 N·m.

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Source: Caterpillar service 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.

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