PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REWORKING THE FRONT AXLE PIVOT PIN LOCK ON CERTAIN M313D, M313D, M315C, M315D, M316C, M316D, M318C & M318D WHEELED EXCAVATORS Caterpillar

PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REWORKING THE FRONT AXLE PIVOT PIN LOCK ON CERTAIN M313D, M313D, M315C, M315D, M316C, M316D, M318C & M318D WHEELED EXCAVATORS [REBE1784]

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PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REWORKING THE FRONT AXLE PIVOT PIN LOCK ON CERTAIN M313D, M313D, M315C, M315D, M316C, M316D, M318C & M318D WHEELED EXCAVATORS

REBE1784-00

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26Mar2007

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*Safety*	PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REWORKING THE FRONT AXLE PIVOT PIN LOCK ON CERTAIN M313D, M313D, M315C, M315D, M316C, M316D, M318C & M318D WHEELED EXCAVATORS
3020		PI10585

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NOTE:

This Program must be administered as soon as possible. When reporting the repair, use "PI10585" as the Part Number and "7751" as the Group Number, "56" as the Warranty Claim Description Code and "T" as the SIMS Description Code.
Exception: If the repair is done after failure, use "PI10585" as the Part Number, "7751" as the Group Number, "96" as the Warranty Claim Description Code, and "Z" as the SIMS Description Code.

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PROBLEM

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The Bolt and Nut, which function as a lock on the pivot shaft of the front axle, needs to be replaced on certain M313D, M313D, M315C, M315D, M316C, M316D, M318C & M318D WHEELED EXCAVATORS. The existing 8T-0282 Bolt and 8T-4132 Nut can loosen and fall out,letting the front axle to fall off, which may result in personal injury or death.

AFFECTED PRODUCT

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Model	Identification Number
M313C	H2A00256-00447, 449-704
M313D	W3H00132-00134
M315C	H2B00189-00552
M315D	W5M00137-00144
M316C	H2C00197-00673
M316D	W6A00291-00294
M318C	H2D00258-00794
M318D	W8P00205-00210

PARTS NEEDED

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Qty	Part Number	Description
1	7X2475	BOLT
1	7Y0623	NUT-SELF LOCKING

ACTION REQUIRED

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Remove the 8T-0282 Bolt and 8T-4132 Nut and replace them with the 7X-2475 Bolt and 7Y-0623 Locknut. Tighten to 190 +/- 10 Nm.
Additionally, check the transmission for possible grease left in the gear packs (towing function) during assembly by opening the grease valve and, with the key switch in the on position, switching for between first and second gears. Wait 20 seconds to change the gear, and repeat this step twice to insure that all grease is evacuated from the chamber.

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OWNER NOTIFIAVSION

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U.S. and Canadian owners will receive the attached Owner Notification.

SERVICE CLAIM ALLOWANCES

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AVSpare		Dealer Suggested		Customer Suggested
Parts %	Labor Hrs%	Parts %	Labor Hrs%	Parts %	Labor Hrs%
100%	100%	0%	0%	0%	0%

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NOTE: This is a 1.0-hour job

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PARTS DISPOSITION

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Handle the parts in accordance with your Warranty Bulletin on warranty parts handling.

MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO COMPLETE THIS PROGRAM AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

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COPY OF OWNER NOTIFIAVSION FOR U.S. AND CANADIAN OWNERS

XYZ Corporation
3240 Arrow Drive
Anywhere, YZ 99999

SAFETY - PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REWORKING THE FRONT AXLE PIVOT PIN LOCK

MODELS INVOLVED - CERTAIN M313D, M313D, M315C, M315D, M316C, M316D, M318C & M318D WHEELED EXCAVATORS

Dear AVSpare Product Owner:

The bolt and nut, which function as a lock on the pivot shaft of the front axle, need to be replaced on the products listed below. The existing 8T-0282 Bolt and 8T-4132 Nut can loosen and fall out,letting the front axle to fall off, which may result in personal injury or death. You will not be charged for the service performed.

Contact your local AVSpare dealer immediately to schedule this service. The dealer will advise you of the time required to complete this service.

Please refer the dealer to their Service Letter dated 26Mar2007 when scheduling this service.

We regret the inconvenience this may cause you, but urge you to have this service performed for your added safety and satisfaction.

AVSpare Inc.

Identification #(s)

Attached to 26Mar2007 Service Letter