Caterpillar Cat 918F WHEEL LOADER (Prefix 3TJ) Service Repair Manual Instant Download (3TJ00001 and up).pdf

Product: WHEEL LOADER
Model: 918F WHEEL LOADER 3TJ
Configuration: 918F WHEEL LOADER 3TJ00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY 3114 ENGINE
Disassembly and Assembly
446 and 446B Backhoe Loaders, Lexion 450 Combine, 3114 and 3116 Engines,
IT18F Integrated Toolcarrier, D6M Track-Type Tractor and 928F, 950F and 950G
Wheel Loaders
Media Number -SENR3611-18 Publication Date -01/05/2009 Date Updated -27/05/2009
i01930088
Valve Mechanism Cover - Remove and Install
SMCS - 1107-010
Removal Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools
Tool Part Number Part Description Qty
A 138-8440 Component Cleaner 1
NOTICE
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.
Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.
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Illustration 1 g00886209
1. Remove engine oil filler cap (if equipped).
2. Remove bolts (1) and washers (2) from valve mechanism cover (3).
3. Remove valve mechanism cover (3) and gasket (4).
4. Clean valve mechanism cover (3) with Tooling (A).
Installation Procedure
Table 2
Required Tools
B 154-8874 Adhesive Kit 1
NOTICE
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Note: For later valve cover gaskets which have a rubber bead on one side, no adhesive is
required. The gasket is designed to be installed dry.
1. Apply adhesive to valve mechanism cover (3) with Tooling (B).
2. Install new gasket (4) and valve mechanism cover (3).
3. Install washers (2) and bolts (1).
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Tightening sequence for the engine valve covers
(A) Rear
(B) Front
4. Tighten the bolts in sequence to a torque of 12 ± 3 N·m (106 ± 27 lb in).
5. Install engine oil filler cap (if equipped).
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Wheel Loaders
i01930098
Rocker Shaft and Pushrod - Remove
SMCS - 1102-011; 1208-011
Removal Procedure
Start By:
a. Remove the valve mechanism cover. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Valve
Mechanism Cover - Remove and Install".
NOTICE
Note: For information on reusability of components of the rocker shaft, refer to Guideline For
Reusable Parts And Salvage Operations, SEBF8267, "Rocker Arms and Rocker Arm Shafts for
3114 and 3116 Engines".
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1. Loosen all rocker arm adjustment screws (3).
2. Remove bolts (1) from the rocker shaft assembly (2).
3. Remove rocker shaft assembly (2) from the cylinder head.
4. Repeat the procedure for each rocker shaft assembly.
5. Remove the pushrods.
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Wheel Loaders
i01930139
Rocker Shaft - Disassemble
SMCS - 1102-015
Disassembly Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools
A 6V-0083 Emery Polishing Paper 1
Start By:
a. Remove the rocker shaft and the pushrods. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Rocker
Shaft and Pushrod - Remove".
NOTICE
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1. Remove support bracket (1) from rocker shaft assembly (4).
2. Remove valve rocker arms (2) and unit injector rocker arm (3) from rocker shaft assembly
(4).
Note: Do not force the rocker arms from the rocker shaft assembly. If necessary, use a piece
of Tooling (A) to lightly buff the surface of the shaft to aid in removal .
3. Check the adjustment screws on valve rocker arms (2) and unit injector rocker arm (3) for
damage.
4. Inspect rocker shaft assembly (4) for scratches and cracks.
5. Inspect bearing (5) on unit injector rocker arm (3). The bore in the rocker arm is
24.808 ± 0.20 mm (0.9767 ± 0.0079 inch). Refer to Specification, "Valve Rocker Arm and
Lifters". Replace the bearing, if necessary.
6. Ensure that button (6) on unit injector rocker arm (3) is not damaged. Also ensure that the
retaining ring for button (6) is in place.
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Wheel Loaders
i01930194
Rocker Shaft - Assemble
SMCS - 1102-016
Assembly Procedure
NOTICE
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1. Install button (6) and the retaining ring, if necessary.
2. Place clean engine oil on a new bearing (5) prior to installation.
3. Ensure that the oil hole in bearing (5) is aligned with the oil hole in the rocker arm. Hone
the bearing, if necessary. Refer to the Specifications Module for the correct dimensions.
4. Lubricate rocker shaft assembly (4) with clean engine oil.
5. Install valve rocker arms (2) and unit injector rocker arm (3) on rocker shaft assembly (4).
6. Install support bracket (1) on rocker shaft assembly (4).
End By:
a. Install the rocker shaft and the pushrods. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Rocker
Shaft and Pushrod - Install".
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Wheel Loaders
i02736495
Rocker Shaft and Pushrod - Install
SMCS - 1102-012; 1208-012
Table 1
Required Tools
A 146-2597 Pushrod Holder 1
NOTICE
1. Install the pushrods in the engine. The base of the pushrod should be in the seat of the
pushrod lifter.
2. Install Tooling (A).
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3. Position rocker shaft assembly (2) in the engine. Line up the pushrods with the rocker arms.
4. Install bolts (1) in rocker shaft assembly (2). Tighten the bolts to a torque of 28 ± 7 N·m
(21 ± 5 lb ft).
5. Remove Tooling (A) from the pushrods.
6. Adjust the valve lash on all of the adjustment screws. Refer to Testing and Adjusting,
"Engine Valve Lash - Inspect/Adjust".
7. Repeat the procedure for the remaining rocker shaft assemblies.
End By:
a. Install the valve mechanism cover. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Valve Mechanism
Cover - Remove and Install".
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Wheel Loaders
i01935828
Cylinder Head - Remove
SMCS - 1100-011
Removal Procedure
Start By:
a. Remove the fuel filter base. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Fuel Filter Base -
Remove and Install".
b. Remove the governor. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Governor - Remove".
c. Remove the fuel control linkage. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Fuel Injection
Control Linkage - Remove".
d. Remove the unit injectors. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Unit Injector - Remove".
e. Remove the water temperature regulator housing. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly,
"Water Temperature Regulator Housing - Remove and Install".
f. Remove the inlet manifold. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Inlet Manifold -
Remove".
g. Remove the exhaust manifold. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Exhaust Manifold -
NOTICE
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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, "Dealer Service Tool
Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on
Cat products.
Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
Note: For information on the reusability of the cylinder head, refer to Guideline For Reusable
Parts And Salvage Operations, SEBF8218, "Specifications for Cylinder Head Assemblies 3114,
3116, and 3126 Engines" and Guideline For Reusable Parts And Salvage Operations, SEBF8162,
"Procedure to Measure and Salvage Cylinder Head Assemblies and Related Components".
Typical example
1. Attach a suitable lifting device to the cylinder head.
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2. Remove bolts (1) and (2) that hold the cylinder head to the cylinder block. Carefully remove
the cylinder head from the cylinder block. The cylinder head for the 3116 engine weighs
approximately 85 kg (187 lb).
3. Remove cylinder head gasket (3).
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Wheel Loaders
i04147334
Cylinder Head - Install
SMCS - 1100-012
Table 1
Required Tools
A 6V-4876 Lubricant 1
NOTICE
Note: For information on the reusability of the cylinder head, refer to Guideline For Reusable
Parts And Salvage Operations, SEBF8218, "Specifications for Cylinder Head Assemblies 3114,
3116, and 3126 Engines" and Guideline For Reusable Parts And Salvage Operations, SEBF8162,
"Procedure to Measure and Salvage Cylinder Head Assemblies and Related Components".
1. Thoroughly clean the mating surfaces of the cylinder head and the cylinder block.
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Typical example
2. Install a new cylinder head gasket (3) .
Note: For information on the cylinder head gasket for 3116 engines, refer to Special
Instruction, SEHS9395, "3116 Cylinder Head Gasket Usage".
Typical example
Note: To avoid damage to the cylinder head gasket, use guide bolts of an appropriate size to
install the cylinder head.
3. Attach a suitable lifting device to the cylinder head. Position the cylinder head assembly
onto the dowels in the cylinder block. Lower the cylinder head onto the cylinder block.
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4. Inspect the condition of cylinder head bolts (1) and (2) . For information on the reusability
of the bolts, refer to Guideline For Reusable Parts And Salvage Operations, SEBF8301,
"Inspection and Reuse of Critical Fasteners Used in All Engines". Replace cylinder head
bolts (1) and (2) , if necessary.
5. Lubricate cylinder head bolts (1) and (2) and both sides of the washers with Tooling (A) .
Install cylinder head bolts (1) and (2) . Follow Step 6 for the correct tightening procedure.
3114 Cylinder head
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6. Tighten the cylinder head bolts according to the following procedure:
7. Tighten bolts (1) through bolt (14) in a numerical sequence to a torque of 300 ± 15 N·m
(221 ± 11 lb ft).
8. Loosen bolts (1) through bolt (14) to a torque of 0 N·m.
9. Tighten bolts (1) through bolt (14) again in a numerical sequence to a torque of 130 ± 15
N·m (96 ± 11 lb ft).
10. Retighten bolts (1) through bolt (14) again in a numerical sequence to a torque of 130 ± 15
N·m (96 ± 11 lb ft).
11. Turn bolts (1) through bolt (14) by numerical sequence an additional 90° (1/4 turn).
12. Tighten bolt (15) through bolt (20) in a numerical sequence to a torque of 55 ± 7 N·m (41 ±
5 lb ft).
End By:
a. Install the exhaust manifold. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Exhaust Manifold -
b. Install the inlet manifold. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Inlet Manifold - Install".
c. Install the water temperature regulator housing. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly,
"Water Temperature Regulator Housing- Remove and Install".
d. Install the unit injectors. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Unit Injector - Install".
e. Install the fuel control linkage. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Fuel Injection Control
Linkage - Install".
f. Install the governor. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Governor - Install".
g. Install the fuel filter base. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Fuel Filter Base - Remove
and Install".
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Wheel Loaders
i01930413
Lifter Group - Remove and Install
SMCS - 1209-010
Removal Procedure
Start By:
a. Remove the rocker shaft and the pushrods. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Rocker
Shaft and Pushrod - Remove".
NOTICE
NOTICE
containing fluids.
Cat products.
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Note: For information on reusability of components of the lifter group, refer to Guideline For
Reusable Parts And Salvage Operations, SEBF8264, "Camshaft Roller Followers Used in 3114
and 3116 Engines" and Guideline For Reusable Parts And Salvage Operations, SEBF8067,
"Slipper Followers and Camshaft Roller Followers".
1. Remove bolts (1) from cover (2).
2. Carefully remove cover (2) and the gasket.
Note: It may be necessary to remove the governor in order to remove the cover at the front
of the engine.
3. Remove bolts (4), lifter shaft (5), and lifters (3) from cover (2).
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NOTICE
Note: For information on reusability of components of the lifter group, refer to Guideline For
Reusable Parts And Salvage Operations, SEBF8264, "Camshaft Roller Followers Used in 3114
and 3116 Engines" and Guideline For Reusable Parts And Salvage Operations, SEBF8067,
"Slipper Followers and Camshaft Roller Followers".
1. Position lifters (3) and lifter shaft (5) on cover (2). Install bolts (4).
2. Position the gasket and cover (2) on the engine.
3. Install bolts (1) in cover (2).
End By:
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a. Install the rocker shaft and the pushrods. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Rocker
Shaft and Pushrod - Install".
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Wheel Loaders
i01930426
Camshaft - Remove
SMCS - 1210-011
Removal Procedure
Start By:
a. Remove the governor. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Governor - Remove".
b. Remove the side covers. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Lifter Group - Remove and
Install".
c. Remove the front cover. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Front Cover - Remove".
NOTICE
NOTICE
containing fluids.
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Cat products.
Note: For information on reusability of the camshaft, refer to Guideline For Reusable Parts And
Salvage Operations, SEBF8097, "Camshaft Measurement", Guideline For Reusable Parts And
Salvage Operations, SEBF8146, "Visual Inspection of Camshafts", and Guideline For Reusable
Parts And Salvage Operations, SEBF8251, "Specifications for Measurement of Camshafts in
3114/3116 Engines". For information on reusability of the camshaft gear, refer to Guideline For
Reusable Parts And Salvage Operations, SEBF8045, "Timing Gears for All Engines".
Note: The air compressor was removed in order to accommodate the engine repair stand.
Note: It is not necessary to remove the cylinder head for removal of the camshaft.
1. Turn the crankshaft to top center compression stroke for the No. 1 piston. Install the timing
bolt in the flywheel. This is for timing during installation.
Typical example
2. Ensure that timing mark (1) on the camshaft gear is aligned with timing mark (2) on the
idler gear.
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3. Remove bolts (4) and camshaft retainer plate (6).
4. Remove camshaft gear (5) and camshaft (3) from the cylinder block.
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