TA-2 Visual & Technical Inspection for Articulated Trucks
SMCS - Job Code - 540 Component Code - 753T
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Status of the Machine
Monitor / Needs Attention
The status recommendation of your Articulated Truck is:
Visual Inspection for Articulated Truck
Status assessment ü– Normal M – Monitor A – Action Blank – Not Applicable
1. Prepare Machine Inspection
# Status Description Comments
1.1 Check with customer for operator complaints
1.2 Perform walk-around inspection
1.3 Perform machine inspection preparation
1.4 Download machine fault codes
1.5 https://productsupportglobalcontent.cat.com/cda/files/712700/7/Product%20Link%20Dealer%20Validation.pdf
1.5 Check Product Link
Is machine equipped with PL?
Is PL activated?
Is PL functioning properly?
1.6 Observe engine exhaust colors
1.7 Listen for unusual noises
1.8
1.9
1.10
Item No. Additional Comments
2. Lower-Level Inspection
# Status Description Comments
2.1 Tires and rims
2.2 Final drives
2.3 Wheel spindles & service brake housing
2.4 Front & center Differentials
2.5 Rear differential & wheel spindles
2.6 Main, front, center, rear & hitch drive shafts
2.7 Torque converter, transmission and transfer gear
2.8 Secondary steering
2.9 Engine oil pan
2.10 Front suspension cylinders & mounting bosses
2.11 Front frame & front suspension A-frame
2.12 Rear frame
2.13 Rear suspension frame & mounts
2.14
2.15
2.16
Item No. Additional Comments
3. Middle Level Inspection
# Status Description Comments
3.1 Work lights
3.2 Steps & handrails
3.3 Hood and platform
3.4 Battery and battery cables
3.5 Hydraulic pump compartment
3.6 Engine & transmission mounts
3.7 Upper & lower transfer gear mounts
3.8 Steering cylinders & linkage pins
3.9 Oscillating hitch
3.10 Hoist/ejector control valve
3.11 Parking brake & parking brake control valve
3.12 Service brake control valve
3.13
3.14
3.15
Item No. Additional Comments
4. Upper-Level Inspection
# Status Description Comments
4.1 Radiator, oil cooler & condenser
4.2 Radiator cap
4.3 Hoist/ejector & brake system hydraulic tank
4.4 Electric starting motor
4.5 Alternator, compressor, pulleys, belts, & belt tensioner
4.6 Brake pump & ATAAC fan pump
4.7 Fuel lines, fuel pump, fuel filters & filter bases
4.8 Cylinder heads & valve covers
4.9 Radiator fan motor, fan, fan guard & shroud
4.10 Steering system hydraulic tank & fuel tank
4.11 Steering check & combiner valve
4.12 Air cleaner assembly
4.13 Brake valve & HMU
4.14 Turbocharger
4.15 Exhaust manifold
4.16 Transmission, brake, & engine oil coolers
4.17 Water pump
4.18 ATAAC & inlet manifold lines
4.19 ATAAC fan motor, fan, fan guard, & shroud
4.20 Coolant lines & hoses
4.21 Cab Exterior
4.22 Cab Interior
4.23
4.24
Item No. Additional Comments
5. Implement/Attachment Inspection
# Status Description Comments
5.1 Hoist cylinders
5.2 Truck body
5.3 Ejector cylinder & cylinder mounts
5.4 Ejector body & ejector blade
5.5 Pitch Rollers (Ejector Truck)
5.6 Yaw Rollers (Ejector Truck)
5.7 Floor Rollers (Ejector Truck)
5.8 Tailgate cylinder and linkage pins (Ejector Truck)
5.9 Tailgate (Ejector Truck)
5.7
5.8
5.9
Item No. Additional Comments
Other Remarks
Technical Inspection for Articulated Trucks
Status assessment ü- Normal M - Monitor A - Action Blank – Not Applicable
1. Engine
1.1Cooling System
Status Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
1.1.1 Radiator Pressure Relief (Radiator Cap) Psi 7 - -
1.1.2 1.1.2 Test Engine Coolant
Check Freezing Point of Engine Coolant
Test Engine Coolant Conditioner
1.1.3 Check Belt Tension
1.1.4 Engine Coolant Temperature Test ᵒF - -
1.1.5
1.1.5 Radiator Temperature Drop ᵒF 10 - 12 ° - -
Upper Tank Temperature ᵒF - -
Lower Tank Temperature ᵒF - -
1.2 Fuel System
Status* Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
1.2.1 1.2.1 Engine Speed Check
No Load High Idle Rpm 2105 ± 10
No Load Low Idle Rpm 700 ± 10
1.2.2 1.2.2 Fuel System Pressure Test
Fuel Pressure at Low Idle Psi
62 - 124
Fuel Pressure at High Idle Psi
1.3 Lubrication System
# Status* Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
1.3.1 1.3.1 Engine Oil Pressure Test
Oil Pressure at Low Idle Psi
40 - 87
Oil Pressure at High Idle Psi
1.4 Basic Engine
# Status* Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
1.4.1 Cylinder Cutout Test
1.4.2 Engine Crankcase Pressure (Blowby) Test
1.5 Air Inlet and Exhaust System
Status Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
1.5.1 1.5.1 Torque Converter Stall Test (from T&A Power Train System)
Boost Pressure (Adjusted Boost Pressure from TMI) inHg 49.5 max 56.9 min 42.0
Engine Speed (from T&A Power Train System) Rpm 1700 ± 10
1.5.2 Exhaust Temperature Test (Measure at Each Cylinder) Units Cyl Observed Cyl Observed
Observed ᵒF #1 #2
#2 ᵒF #3 #4
#4 ᵒF #5 #6
1.6 Miscellaneous Engine
Status Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
1.6.1
1.6.2
1.6.3
2. Performance Checks
2.1 Hydraulic Performance Checks
Status Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
2.1.1 2.1.1 Body Hoist Cycle Time - Check
Raise Sec 11
Lower Sec 7
2.1.2 2.1.2 Body Hoist Cylinder Drift - Check Units Observed Oil Temperature Ranges
Oil Temperature ᵒF ??° to ??° ??° to ??° ??° to ??°
Units Observed Maximum Allowable Minimum Allowable Minimum Allowable Minimum Allowable
Movement Time (sec) Time (sec) Time (sec)
Body Hoist Cylinder mm
Status* Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
2.1.3 2.1.3 Ejector Cycle Time - Check (if equipped)
Eject Sec
Retract Sec
2.2 Brake Performance Checks
Status* Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
2.2.1 Service Brake - Check (Test from OMM) Rpm 1400 - -
2.2.1 Parking Brake - Check (Test from OMM) Rpm 1100 - -
2.3 Steering Performance Checks
Status* Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
2.3.1
2.3.1 Steering Time - Check (steering wheel is rotated at 60 rpm)
Left Steering Time (High Idle) Sec 4.6 - -
Right Steering Time (High Idle) Sec 4.6 - -
Steering Time - Check (steering wheel is rotated at 90 rpm)
Left Steering Time (High Idle) Sec 3 - -
Right Steering Time (High Idle) Sec 3 - -
2.3.2
2.3.2 Electric Drive Pump Test (Secondary Steering)
Left Steering N/A
Right Steering N/A
3. Machine Hydraulic Systems
3.1 Hoist & Body and Ejector Hydraulic System
Status Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
3.1.1 Hoist Pilot Pressure Test Psi 700 ± 15
3.1.2 3.1.2 Hoist Relief Pressure Test
Raise Psi 3265 ± 50
Lower Psi 1000 ± 20
3.1.3
3.1.3 Ejector System Pressure Test (If Equipped)
Eject Psi
Retract Psi
3.2 Suspension System
Status* Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
3.2.1 3.2.1 Suspension Height (Front) Check
Left Suspension Cylinder Height mm
Right Suspension Cylinder Height mm
3.3 Steering System
Status* Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
3.3.1 3.3.1 Steering System Test
Steering System Pressure (High Idle) Psi 3190 ± 50
Steering System Margin Pressure (High Idle) Psi 232 ± 20
Steering Pump Standby Pressure (Low Idle) Psi 609 ± 145
Steering Load Sensing (Low Idle) Psi 377 ± 145
Secondary Steering Check Psi 2000 ± 50
Status*
Status* Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
3.4.1 3.4.1 Hydraulic Fan Test (If Equipped)
Max Fan Speed (Engine Speed at 1700 Rpm) Rpm 1800 ± 100
Min Fan Speed (Low Idle) Rpm 700 ± 100
3.4.2 3.4.2 ATAAC Hydraulic Fan Test (If Equipped)
ATAAC Fan Pressure Psi 2690 ± 50
ATAAC Fan Speed Rpm 2300 ± 100
3.5 Braking System
Status* Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
3.5.1 Brake Piston Pump Pressure Test Psi 3050 ± 50
3.5.2 3.5.2 Brake Line Pressure Test
Front Axle Psi 500 ± 25
Center Axle Psi 500 ± 25
3.5.3 Release Pressure for Parking Brake Check Psi 3050 ± 50
3.5.4 Service Brake Accumulator Test
Front Axle Psi 820 ± 22
Center Axle Psi 820 ± 22
3.5.5 Parking Brake Accumulator Test - at 21 °C (70 °F) Psi 1400 ± 25
3.5.6 Service Brake Wear Indicator Check
RH Front Axle mm 11.21 Wear in percentage = 100 %
LH Front Axle mm 11.21 Wear in percentage = 100 %
RH Center Axle mm 11.21 Wear in percentage = 100 %
LH Center Axle mm 11.21 Wear in percentage = 100 %
3.6 Miscellaneous Machine Hydraulic System
Status* Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
3.6.1
3.6.2
3.6.3
6. Power Train Systems
6.1 Power Train System
Status Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
6.1.1 6.1.1 Tire Pressure Check
Front Left Tire Pressure Psi
Front Right Tire Pressure Psi
Center Axle Left Tire Pressure Psi
Center Axle Right Tire Pressure Psi
Rear Left Tire(s) Pressure Psi
Rear Right Tire(s) Pressure Psi
6.1.2 6.1.2 Torque Converter Inlet Pressure Test
Low Idle Psi 17 ±3
High Idle Psi 77 ±5
6.1.3 6.1.3 Torque Converter Outlet Pressure Test
Low Idle Psi
High Idle Psi
6.1.4 6.1.4 Torque Converter Lockup Clutch Pressure Test
Pilot Pressure Psi 410 ± 20
Primary Pressure Psi 140 ±5
Max Pressure Psi 270 ± 10
6.1.5 6.1.5 Transmission Lubrication Pressure Test
Low Idle Psi 4.5 ± 1.5
High Idle Psi 39 ±2
Status* Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
6.1.6 6.1.6 Transmission Oil Pump Pressure Test
Low Idle Psi 395 ± 10
High Idle Psi 450 ± 10
6.1.7 6.1.7 Retarder Output Pressure Test
Position 1 N/A
Position 2 N/A
Position 3 N/A
6.1.8 6.1.8 Retarder Actuation Pressure Test
Position 1 N/A
Position 2 N/A
Position 3 N/A
6.1.9 6.1.9 Test for the Transmission Clutch Pressure
St A Clutch 3 Pressure Psi 225 + 35 -15
St B Clutch 1 Pressure Psi 420 + 35 -15
St C Clutch 2 Pressure Psi 287 + 35 -15
St E Clutch 5 Pressure Psi 286 + 35 -15
St F Clutch 4 Pressure Psi 210 + 35 -15
St G Clutch 6 Pressure Psi 425 + 35 -15
St H Clutch 7 Pressure Psi 425 ± 40
6.1.10 Transfer Gear Lubrication Pressure Test (High Idle) Psi 35 ± 15
6.2 Miscellaneous Power Train
Status* Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
6.2.1
6.2.2
6.2.3
7. Electrical Systems
7.1 Electrical System
Status Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
7.1.1 7.1.1 Battery Voltage Test
Engine Stopped Volt
Low Idle Volt
High Idle Volt
7.1.2 Inspect Battery Cables
7.1.3 Starter Draw Test
7.2 Miscellaneous Electrical
Status* Description Units Observed Specified Tolerance Comments
7.2.1
7.2.2
7.2.3
8. S-O-S Samples
8.1 S·O·S Samples
Status Description Obtain Comments
8.1.1 Engine Oil Sample
8.1.2 Engine Coolant Sample (Level II)
8.1.3 Hoist System and Brake System Oil Sample
8.1.4 Steering System Oil Sample
8.1.5 8.1.5 Differential & Final Drive Oil Samples
Front Axle Housing Oil Sample
Center Axle Housing Oil Sample
Rear Axle Housing Oil Sample
Left Front Final Drive Oil Sample
Right Front Final Drive Oil Sample
Left Center Final Drive Oil Sample
Right Center Final Drive Oil Sample
Left Rear Final Drive Oil Sample
Right Rear Final Drive Oil Sample
8.1.6 Torque Converter and Transmission Oil Sample
8.1.7 Transfer Gear Oil Sample
