Caterpillar C15 Industrial Engine — Battery or Battery Cable - Disconnect
Maintenance
For the Caterpillar C15 Industrial Engine, from the Caterpillar owner's manual.
Applies to: Caterpillar C1.5 engine
Before you start
- Do not remove battery cables or batteries with the battery cover in place; may cause battery explosion resulting in personal injury.
Procedure
- Turn the start switch to the OFF position. Turn the ignition switch (if equipped) to OFF and remove the key and all electrical loads.
- Disconnect the negative battery terminal at the battery that goes to the start switch. Ensure the cable cannot contact the terminal.
- When four 12 volt batteries are involved, disconnect the negative side of two batteries.
- Tape the leads in order to help prevent accidental starting.
- Proceed with necessary system repairs. Reverse the steps to reconnect all cables.
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.