Caterpillar 3406E — Turbocharger - Assemble
Repair & overhaul
For the Caterpillar 3406E, from the Caterpillar service manual.
Applies to: Caterpillar 3406E
Before you start
- Compressor housing must go straight on the turbocharger assembly without tilting. Tilting may cause compressor blade to tip, or the compressor shaft can be damaged.
Procedure
- Check condition of all components. Use new parts to replace worn or damaged parts.
- Connect compressor housing (2) and turbine housing (5) to turbocharger cartridge (4).
- Tighten nuts on V-band clamps (3) to 14 ± 3 N·m. Lightly hit around the diameter of the band clamps.
- Tighten the nuts on V-band clamps (3) again to 14 ± 3 N·m.
- Install clamp (1) on waste gate.
Tools required
- Soft hammer Amazon
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Specs & values
- V-band clamp nuts: 14 ± 3 N·m (10 ± 2 lb ft)
Full service-parts list: Caterpillar 3406E →
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.