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Product:  EXCAVATOR
Model:  330D L EXCAVATOR RAS
Configuration: 330D L & 330D N Hydraulic Excavator RAS00001-UP
(MACHINE) POWERED BY C-9 Engine

Testing and Adjusting

C9 Engine for Caterpillar Built Machines
Media Number -SENR9830-16 Publication Date -01/11/2009 Date Updated -30/11/2009

   
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Engine Oil Pressure - Test

SMCS - 1304-081
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The engine oil pressure may be checked electronically by using Caterpillar Electronic
Technician (ET). The engine oil pressure can be measured with Cat ET. Refer to
Troubleshooting for information on the use of Cat ET.

Measuring Engine Oil Pressure

Work carefully around an engine that is running. Engine parts that are
hot, or parts that are moving, can cause personal injury.

NOTICE
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.

Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.

NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during
performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair
of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers
before opening any compartment or disassembling any component
containing fluids.

Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Caterpillar Dealer Service

Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain
 fluids on Caterpillar products.

Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.

Table 1
Required Tools    
Part Number     Part Name     Qty    
1U-5470 Engine Pressure Group
or or 1  
198-4240     Digital Pressure Indicator    

Illustration 1 g00296486
1U-5470 Engine Pressure Group

The 1U-5470 Engine Pressure Group measures the oil pressure in the system. This engine tool
group can read the oil pressure inside the oil manifold.

Note: Refer to Special Instruction, SEHS8907, "Using the 1U-5470 Engine Pressure Group "
for more information.

Illustration 2 g01130714
(1) Engine oil temperature sensor

(2) Engine oil pressure sensor

1. Remove the engine oil temperature sensor (1) or a access plug from the oil rail.

2. Install the 1U-5470 Engine Pressure Group into the port in the engine side cover.

3. Start the engine. Run the engine. Use SAE 15W40 oil. Refer to Operation and
Maintenance Manual, "Refill Capacities and Recommendations" for the
recommendations of engine oil.

4. Record the value of the engine oil pressure when the engine is at operating
temperature 100 °C (212 °F).
 The minimum engine oil pressure at 1800 rpm should be approximately 275 to 414
kPa (40 to 59 psi). Minimum engine oil pressure at low idle rpm (700 to 800 rpm)
should be approximately 125 kPa (18 psi).

5. Compare the recorded engine oil pressure with the oil pressure indicators on the
instrument panel and the engine oil pressure that is displayed on Cat ET.

6. An engine oil pressure indicator that has a defect or an engine oil pressure sensor that
has a defect can give a false indication of a low oil pressure or a high oil pressure. If
there is a notable difference between the engine oil pressure readings make necessary
repairs.

7. If the engine oil pressure is too low, refer to "Reasons for Low Engine Oil Pressure".

8. If the engine oil pressure is too high, refer to "Reason for High Engine Oil Pressure".

Reasons for Low Engine Oil Pressure

NOTICE
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.

Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.

NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during
performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair
of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers
before opening any compartment or disassembling any component
containing fluids.

Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Caterpillar Dealer Service

Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain
fluids on Caterpillar products.

Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.

 Engine oil level is low. Refer to Step 1.

 Engine oil is contaminated. Refer to Step 2.
 The engine oil filter bypass valves are open. Refer to Step 3.
 The engine lubrication system is open. Refer to Step 4.
 The oil pickup tube has a leak or a restricted inlet screen. Refer to Step 5.
 The engine oil pump is faulty. Refer to Step 6.
 Engine Bearings have excessive clearance. Refer to Step 7.
1. Check the engine oil level in the crankcase. The oil level can possibly be too far below
the oil pump supply tube. This will cause the oil pump not to have the ability to supply
enough lubrication to the engine components. If the engine oil level is low add engine
oil in order to obtain the correct engine oil level. Refer to Operation and Maintenance
Manual, "Refill Capacities and Recommendations" for the recommendations of engine
oil.

2. Engine oil that is contaminated with fuel or coolant will cause low engine oil pressure.
High engine oil level in the crankcase can be an indication of contamination.
Determine the reason for contamination of the engine oil and make the necessary
repairs. Replace the engine oil with the approved grade of engine oil. Refer to
Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Refill Capacities and Recommendations" for the
recommendations of engine oil.

NOTICE
Caterpillar oil filters are built to Caterpillar specifications. Use of an oil
filter not recommended by Caterpillar could result in severe engine
damage to the engine bearings, crankshaft, etc., as a result of the larger
waste particles from unfiltered oil entering the engine lubricating
system. Only use oil filters recommended by Caterpillar.

3. If the engine oil bypass valves are held in the open position, a reduction in the oil
pressure can be the result. This may be due to debris in the engine oil. If the engine oil
bypass valves are stuck in the open position, remove each engine oil bypass valve and
clean each bypass valve in order to correct this problem. You must also clean each
bypass valve bore. Install new engine oil filters. New engine oil filters will prevent
more debris from causing this problem. For information on the repair of the engine oil
filter bypass valves, refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Engine Oil Filter Base and
Oil Cooler - Remove".

4. An oil line or an oil passage that is open, broken, or disconnected will cause low
engine oil pressure. An open lubrication system could be caused by a piston cooling
jet that is missing or damaged. Determine the reason for an open lubrication system of
the engine and make the necessary repairs.

Note: The piston cooling jets direct engine oil toward the bottom of the piston in order
to cool the piston. This also provides lubrication for the piston pin. Breakage, a
restriction or incorrect installation of the piston cooling jets will cause seizure of the
piston.

5. The inlet screen of the oil pickup tube for the engine oil pump can have a restriction.
This restriction will cause cavitation and a loss of engine oil pressure. Check the inlet
screen on the oil pickup tube and remove any material that may be restricting engine
oil flow. Low engine oil pressure may also be the result of the oil pickup tube that is
drawing in air. Check the joints of the oil pickup tube for cracks or a damaged O-ring
seal. Remove the engine oil pan in order to gain access to the oil pickup tube and the
oil screen. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Engine Oil Pan - Remove and
Install" for more information.
 6. Check the following problems that may occur to the engine oil pump.
a. Air leakage in the supply side of the oil pump will also cause cavitation and
loss of oil pressure. Check the supply side of the oil pump and make necessary
repairs. For information on the repair of the engine oil pump, refer to
Disassembly and Assembly, "Engine Oil Pump - Remove".

a. Oil pump gears that have too much wear will cause a reduction in oil pressure.
Repair the engine oil pump. For information on the repair of the engine oil
pump, refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Engine Oil Pump - Remove".

7. Excessive clearance at engine bearings will cause low engine oil pressure. Check the
engine components that have excessive bearing clearance and make the necessary
repairs.

Reason for High Engine Oil Pressure

NOTICE
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.

Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.

NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during
performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair
of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers
before opening any compartment or disassembling any component
containing fluids.

Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Caterpillar Dealer Service

Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain
fluids on Caterpillar products.

Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.

Engine oil pressure will be high if the engine oil bypass valves become stuck in the closed
position and the engine oil flow is restricted. Foreign matter in the engine oil system could be
the cause for the restriction of the oil flow and the movement of the engine oil bypass valves.
If the engine oil bypass valves are stuck in the closed position, remove each bypass valve and
clean each bypass valve in order to correct this problem. You must also clean each bypass
valve bore. Install new engine oil filters. New engine oil filters will prevent more debris from
causing this problem. For information on the repair of the engine oil filter bypass valve, refer
to Disassembly and Assembly, "Engine Oil Filter Base - Disassemble".

NOTICE
 Caterpillar oil filters are built to Caterpillar specifications. Use of an oil
filter not recommended by Caterpillar could result in severe engine
damage to the engine bearings, crankshaft, etc., as a result of the larger
waste particles from unfiltered oil entering the engine lubricating
system. Only use oil filters recommended by Caterpillar.

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