Caterpillar 3512 — Fuel Injector - Inspect/Adjust
Adjustments
For the Caterpillar 3512, from the Caterpillar owner's manual.
Applies to: Caterpillar 3512
Before you start
- Damage to the cylinder block will be the result if the timing pins are not removed before turning the crankshaft.
Procedure
- Perform this procedure when the engine valve lash is inspected.
- Inspect the adjustment of the lash for the fuel injector per the Systems Operation/Testing And Adjusting, Fuel System topic.
- Adjust the lash for the fuel injector if necessary.
Specs & values
- The camshafts must be correctly timed with the crankshaft before adjusting fuel injector lash
- The timing pins must be removed from the camshafts before the crankshaft is turned
Full service-parts list: Caterpillar 3512 →
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.