Caterpillar — Crankshaft Pulley - Remove and Install

Repair & overhaul

From a Caterpillar service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Caterpillar 3024C engine

Procedure

1. Loosen bolts for alternator and slide alternator toward engine.
2. Remove fan drive belt.
3. Remove nut (5) and washer (3) from crankshaft pulley (2).
4. Use Tooling (A) to remove crankshaft pulley (2) from crankshaft (4).
5. Remove woodruff key (1) from crankshaft (4).
6. Install woodruff key (1) to crankshaft (4).
7. Put crankshaft pulley (2) in position on crankshaft (4).
8. Position washer (3) on crankshaft (4).
9. Lubricate nut (5) with clean engine oil and install nut.
10. For 3011C engines, tighten nut (5) to 123 N·m (91 lb ft).
11. For 3013C and 3024C engines, tighten nut (5) to 304 N·m (224 lb ft).
12. Put V-belt in position on engine.
13. Slide alternator away from engine and tighten alternator bolts. Refer to Belt Tension Chart.

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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