2015 CATERPILLAR CT660 Recall

Campaign:
14V814000 on 12/22/2014
Component:
Parking brake:conventional:air
Manufactured:
07/27/2014 - 03/01/2015
Affected:
57
Defect:
Caterpillar inc. (caterpillar) is recalling certain model year 2015 ct660, and ct681 trucks manufactured july 28, 2014, to november 5, 2014. the affected vehicles may experience brake drag due to an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber.
Consequence:
Brake drag may result in a wheel end fire.
Correction:
Caterpillar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake actuators, free of charge. an interim letter was mailed to owners on march 18, 2015. a second notice will be mailed once parts become available. owners may contact caterpillar customer service at 1-309-675-5658.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2015 CATERPILLAR CT660 TSBs (46)

Bulletin:
SB-SEPD-1969
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Caterpillar: on certain trucks with manual transmission, lower shift lever boot needs to be modified to prevent interference with shift tower, allowing transmission to remain engaged at time of operation. model ct 660. *pe
Bulletin:
TEBE-2792
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Caterpillar: the engine emissions is experiencing a defect, on certain trucks, and would need to be recalibrated to electronic control module (ecm) latest file. model 2013-14 ct660, ct680 lg, ct681 sg. *pe
Bulletin:
IK0400125
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
Navistar: various types navistar vehicles will be receiving updates on the rear s cam tube/ bracket parts. *ta updated 9/10/15 *cn
Bulletin:
TIBU-8024
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Caterpillar: on certain trucks, due to holes in welds or cracking at welds, the coolant pipe is failing and needs replacing. model ct-660. *pe
Bulletin:
M0069062
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Technical information bulletin conveying information to dealers to improve diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures. this related to some intake throttle valves which cause frequent regeneration in the engine exhaust aftertreatment system
Bulletin:
REHS9183-00
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Oxygen sensor calibration procedure for the ct vocational trucks - this special instruction explains the oxygen sensor (o2s) calibration procedure that must be followed when replacing or calibrating the (o2s) on the ct vocational trucks.
Bulletin:
REHS9168-01
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Replacement procedure for high-pressure turbocharger cartridge on ct11 and ct13 engines - this procedure provides instructions for replacing the high-pressure (hp) turbocharger center section (cartridge).
Bulletin:
REHS9179-00
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Spn 731 fmi 16/18 knock detected for cat ct11 and ct13 engines - the following procedure is for troubleshooting the spn 731 fmi 16/18 knock detected diagnostic code.
Bulletin:
REHS9187-02
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Procedure to install the bottom side hood support bracket on the ct660 - the procedure below explains the process to add a support bracket to the bottom side of the hood. this bracket will help prevent hood cracks.
Bulletin:
TEBE1219-00
Component:
117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:
Product improvement program for removing 3866732, 3884380, and 4325262 gauge clusters from dealer parts stock - the existing 3866732, 3884380, and 4325262 gauge clusters can have the needles stick. remove 3866732, 3884380, and 4325262 gauge
Bulletin:
REHS9182-00
Component:
111100 electrical system:battery:cables
Summary:
Battery cable reroute - due to battery cable routing, there is a chance that battery cable near starter may rub on bracket bolt that holds it in place.
Bulletin:
TIBU7608-00
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Ct13 3361-3 defsp temp out of range high fault code diagnostics - the document below shows the repair procedure for the 3361-3 defsp temp out of range high fault code.
Bulletin:
TIBU7603-00
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Spn 111 fmi 1 ' 2010-2013 ct11 and ct13 coolant consumption - this technical information bulletin (tib) addresses low coolant (spn 111 fmi 1) and/or coolant consumption on 2010 to 2013 ' ct11 and ct13 liter engines. the procedure will guide
Bulletin:
REHS9166-00
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Spn 3055 fmi 1 no start due to low rail fuel pressure troubleshooting for certain ct660 on highway trucks - this special instruction provides the information to diagnose and troubleshoot low rail fuel pressure on the machines listed above.
Bulletin:
REHS9167-00
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Spn 3055 fmi 15 below minimum with maximum command troubleshooting for certain ct660 on highway trucks - this special instruction provides the information to diagnose and troubleshoot below minimum and maximum command on the machines listed
Bulletin:
REHS9188-00
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Spn 190 fmi 0 engine overspeed vehicle event fault for cat ct11 and ct13 engines -
Bulletin:
REHS8717-02
Component:
130000 visibility/wiper (pws)
Summary:
Installation instruction for intermittent wiper switch for certain on highway truck - the purpose of this document is to provide recommended installation instruction for intermittent wiper switch. note: cat units built prior to february 201
Bulletin:
REHS9155-00
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
2010 caterpillar ct11 and ct13 engine egr cooler service plan - this special instruction describes the egr cooler service plan for the 2010 caterpillar ct11 and ct13 engine.
Bulletin:
TEBE5307-00
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
There is a problem with the calibration file on certain ct660 on highway trucks that were built with 2010 through 2013 model year ct13 engines. the on board diagnostic (obd) data stored for purposes of defining required maintenance or repai
Bulletin:
TEBE5242-00
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
The existing exhaust flex pipe can crack on certain ct660, ct680, and ct681 on-highway trucks. if the existing exhaust flex pipe cracks it can/will result in an exhaust leak after the aftertreatment system but before the vertical stack. rep
Bulletin:
M0066850-01
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Extended life coolant (elc) exhibiting nitrite depletion in machines equipped with aluminum radiators-nitrites in extended life coolant (elc) can react with the aluminum cooler to produce elevated ph and low nitrite levels in schedule oil s
Bulletin:
TEBE3156-00
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Product support program for replacing the exhaust flex pipe on certain ct660 on highway trucks - the existing exhaust flex pipe can crack on certain ct660 on highway trucks. if the existing exhaust flex pipe cracks it can/will result in an
Bulletin:
TEBE3542-01
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Product support program for replacing the number two clutch seal housing fasteners on certain ct660 on-highway trucks - the existing 9x-2045 screws can loosen on certain ct660 on-highway trucks. if the existing 9x-2045 screw fails damage to
Bulletin:
TEBE3542-03
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Product support program for replacing the number two clutch seal housing fasteners on certain ct660 on-highway trucks - this revised service letter replaces the 28aug2015 (revised 10sep2015) service letter. changes have been made to the ser
Bulletin:
TIBU8452-01
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Ct11 and ct13 cylinder head crack inspection guide - ct11 and ct13 cylinder heads are cracking in the field. this technical information bulletin (tib) provides a guide for determining the severity and impact of cylinder head cracks on ct11
Bulletin:
TEBE3939-00
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Product improvement program for installing a check valve in the transmission cooling circuit on certain ct660 trucks equipped with cx31 transmissions - a unique sequence of events must take place in order for a nuisance hesitation to be exp
Bulletin:
M0067812-00
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Aftertreatment outlet nox sensor internal water shield installation - water intrusion can cause the malfunction or failure of the aftertreatment outlet nox sensor on vertical exhaust configurations. the recommended repair is to install a ra
Bulletin:
M0068434-00
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Recalibration of cat ® ct660s 13l electronic control module (ecm) is now available for certain on-highway trucks to improve re-enableing of the on-board diagnostic monitor and fault reaction.
Bulletin:
M0068796-00
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Coolant pipe leaks on certain ct660 on highway trucks - the new coolant pipe with support bracket has been updated to be more robust and improved service life.
Bulletin:
M0069062-00
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
The intake throttle valve is causing regeneration issues on certain on-highway truck engines - customers may experience frequent regenerations, low power, and unit unable to complete a regeneration or soot load accumulation issues. inspect
Bulletin:
M0070506-00
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Excessive engine oil consumption on ct13 engines with scr - on certain ct13 engines with scr, carbon can build up on the top lands of the pistons and cause the piston rings to stick, leading to loss of oil control in the power cylinders and
Bulletin:
TEBE585600
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
There is a problem which relates to engine emissions on certain ct660, ct680, and ct681 on highway trucks that were built with 2016 model year compliant ct13 engines. this recall will require recalibration of the engine ecm. certain on boar
Bulletin:
TIBU7226-00
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
A/c refrigerant quantity is incorrect for ct660 on highway trucks - in table 14 in chapter 6 of system operation, disassembly and assembly, and specifications, uenr1844-01 the refrigerant quantity is incorrect. the refrigerant quantity for
Bulletin:
TIBU721900
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Certain ct660 trucks with manual transmissions have been disengaging out of select gears - certain ct660 trucks with manual transmissions have been popping out of select gears. the popping out of gear is caused by the shift tower experienci
Bulletin:
REBE997000
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Product support program for installing a ground wire for the ac compressor clutch solenoid on certain ct660 on highway trucks - there is not a ground wire to the ac relay coil. the deactivation of the ac compressor clutch solenoid will not
Bulletin:
TIBU728300
Component:
117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:
Ct660 vision link "ghost codes" instrument cluster generated codes - ghost codes show up on vision link, but not on the ecm's. the gauge cluster can generate some fault codes. the only way to read these codes are on vision link.
Bulletin:
TIBU728200
Component:
117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:
Gage cluster transmission oil temperature is inaccurate after cluster replacement - the transmission oil temperature gage reads maximum when a new gage cluster is installed. the gage cluster should not be replaced when transmission oil temp
Bulletin:
TIBU728100
Component:
117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:
Ct660 instrument gauge cluster - gauges, including speedometer, tachometer, transmission oil temperature, and others are reading erratically or having incorrect values. these gauges are all part of the primary cluster on the vocational truc
Bulletin:
REHS872700
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Sart module diagnostic procedure for certain on highway trucks - the technician may notice that a code below is active or inactive. the customer might not mention a warning light for this code alone. diagnostic information and procedures fo
Bulletin:
REHS872800
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Ct11, ct13, and ct15 cooling system flush after oil cooler - in the event of an oil cooler failure, engine oil may have entered the cooling system and mixed with the engine coolant. this special instruction contains the procedure for flushi
Bulletin:
SEPD166000
Component:
022510 suspension:rear:axle:spindle
Summary:
Rear axle alignment specifications - the following tables display rear axle alignment specifications and target values. use the target values when readjusting the rear axle alignment.
Bulletin:
SEPD166500
Component:
203000 wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts
Summary:
Ct11 and ct13 valve cover bolts - the valve covers on the ct11 and ct13 engines contain bolts that have different lengths.
Bulletin:
SEPD166700
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Body and chassis paint guidelines - this general field guideline applies to all ct660 vocational trucks for paint/body inspection.
Bulletin:
SEPD166800
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Sheppard gearbox and power steering pump specifications are now available - specification charts are now available for sheppard power steering gearboxes and power steering pumps on the above listed machines. table 1 is the specification cha
Bulletin:
TEBE640800
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
There is a problem with certain truck models that were built with 2013 through 2015 model year ct13 heavy duty on board diagnostic (hdobd) engines. these engines will require recalibration of the engine ecm and acm (aftertreatment control m
Bulletin:
M0093514-00
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Lower shock absorber mounting bracket may break, this is due to that the shock absorber dimension is longer than the dimension between truck frame and suspension stop. shock absorber effectively becomes stop and breaks the lower shock mount

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