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Caterpillar C15 Industrial Engine — Battery - Replace

Maintenance

For the Caterpillar C15 Industrial Engine, from the Caterpillar owner's manual.

Applies to: Caterpillar C1.5 engine

Before you start

  • Batteries give off combustible gases which can explode. Ensure proper ventilation and prevent arcs or sparks.
  • Do not remove battery cables or batteries with the battery cover in place.
  • Always recycle a battery. Never discard a battery.

Procedure

  1. Switch the engine to the OFF position. Remove all electrical loads.
  2. Turn off any battery chargers. Disconnect any battery chargers.
  3. Disconnect the NEGATIVE '-' cable from the NEGATIVE battery terminal.
  4. Disconnect the POSITIVE '+' cable from the POSITIVE battery terminal.
  5. Remove the used battery.
  6. Install the new battery.
  7. Connect the POSITIVE '+' cable to the POSITIVE battery terminal.
  8. Connect the NEGATIVE '-' cable to the NEGATIVE battery terminal.

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.

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