Caterpillar C317 — Clutch Switch Installation (vehicles without cruise control)
Installation
For the Caterpillar C317, from the Caterpillar service manual.
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Before you start
- Exceeding 1.5 in. deflection of the actuator arm may cause switch damage resulting in engine brake malfunction.
Procedure
- Mount the clutch switch in a convenient, accessible location (cab under dash, under floor wheel well, or bell housing area).
- Install the switch with the switch actuator arm in contact with the clutch pedal arm or other clutch member.
- Adjust the switch by moving it along the mounting bracket; actuator arm should be deflected 1.0 - 1.5 in. (25 - 38 mm) with clutch pedal up.
- Check installation by moving the clutch pedal; the switch should click in the freeplay motion before clutch disengagement.
- Connect one wire from the clutch switch to pin "A" in the J-7 electrical connector; connect the other wire to pin "G".
Specs & values
- Actuator arm deflection 1.0 - 1.5 in. (25 - 38 mm)
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.