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Caterpillar 3516 / EMCP 3 — Speed Sensor (Engine) - Adjust

Adjustments · Engine speed sensor (magnetic pickup)

For the Caterpillar 3516 / EMCP 3, from the Caterpillar service manual.

Applies to: Caterpillar 3516, Caterpillar EMCP 3, Caterpillar 3516B engine

Before you start

  • Do not allow speed sensor to turn as locknut is tightened.

Procedure

  1. Remove the speed sensor from the flywheel housing and remove all debris from the tip.
  2. Align a ring gear tooth directly in the center of the threaded sensor opening.
  3. By hand, screw the speed sensor into the hole until the end contacts the gear tooth.
  4. Turn the sensor counterclockwise through 270 degrees (three-fourths turn).
  5. Tighten locknut to 25 ± 5 N·m (18 ± 4 lb ft). Do not allow the sensor to turn.

Specs & values

  • Locknut torque 25 ± 5 N·m (18 ± 4 lb ft)

Full service-parts list: Caterpillar 3516 →, Caterpillar EMCP 3 →

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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