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Caterpillar — Engine Stop

Operation

From a Caterpillar service manual covering: G3600, G3606, G3608, G3612, G3616. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Caterpillar G3606, Caterpillar G3608, Caterpillar G3612, Caterpillar G3616, Caterpillar G3606 engine, Caterpillar G3608 engine, Caterpillar G3612 engine, Caterpillar G3616 engine

Procedure

  1. Ensure bypass valve is fully open.
  2. Reduce engine speed to low idle.
  3. Allow engine to cool down for one to two minutes.
  4. Turn engine control switch to STOP position.

Specs & values

  • Cool down 1 to 2 minutes

Full service-parts list: Caterpillar G3608 →

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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