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Troubleshooting

G3500H Generator Set Engine


Media Number -M0074324-05 Date Updated -06/01/2020

i06814613

Coolant Temperature Is Low


SMCS - 1395-035

Use this procedure to troubleshoot a low coolant temperature. Also, use this procedure if one of the
following event codes is active or logged.

Table 1
J1939 Code and Description Comments

110-17 The engine coolant temperature is below the trip point temperature
Engine Coolant Temperature : for the programmed delay time.
Low - least severe (1) The code is logged.

Probable Causes
Codes

Light loads

Jacket water heater

Sensor

Connectors and wiring

Temperature regulators

Recommended Actions
Table 2
Troubleshooting Test Steps Values Results

Result: An associated code is


active.
1. Check for Codes
Repair: Troubleshoot any
A. Connect Cat® Electronic Technician (ET) to the associated codes before
service tool connector. Codes continuing with this test.

B. Look for active codes that are associated with the Result: A code is active or
system for the event code. logged.

Proceed to Test Step 2.

2. Check for Light Loads Load Result: The load factor is OK.
A. Consult the operator to determine the usual load Proceed to Test Step 3.
factor.
Result: The load factor is less
than 50 percent.

Note: This overcooling is


caused by the reduced amount
of heat that is produced by the
engine during light loads.

Repair: Operate the engine at


a load that is greater than 50
percent.

If the problem is not resolved,


proceed to Test Step 3.

Result: The jacket water


heaters are OK.

Proceed to Test Step 4.

Result: The jacket water


3. Check for Proper Operation of the Jacket Water
heaters are NOT OK.
Heater Heater
Repair: Repair or replace
damaged jacket water heater.

If the problem is not resolved,


proceed to Test Step 4.

4. Check the Coolant Temperature Sensor

Note: The sensor may be indicating an incorrect


temperature that is within the normal range of the
sensor.
Result: The temperature
A. Connect Cat ET.
sensor is OK.
B. Use Cat ET to monitor the following temperature:
Proceed to Test Step 6.
- Coolant temperature Sensor
Result: The temperature
sensor is NOT OK.
Note: The temperature should rise steadily as the engine
is warmed.
Proceed to Test Step 5.
C. Ensure that the temperature is reasonable.

D. Reference the reading to another temperature


indicator when possible. Refer to Testing and Adjusting,
"Cooling System" for additional information.
5. Inspect the Electrical Connectors and the Wiring Connectors Result: The connectors and
and Wiring wiring appear to be OK.
A. Turn the main disconnect switch to the OFF position.
Repair: Replace the sensor.
B. Thoroughly inspect the connectors. Refer to
Troubleshooting, "Electrical Connectors-Inspect" for If the problem is not resolved,
additional information. proceed to Test Step 6.

C. Perform a 45 N (10 lb) pull test on the connector Result: There is a problem
wires. with the connectors and/or
wiring.
D. Check the harness for abrasions and pinch points.
Repair: Repair or replace the
connectors or wiring. Ensure
that all the seals are properly in
place and ensure that the
connectors are coupled.

If the problem is not resolved,


proceed to Test Step 6.

6. Check the Water Temperature Regulators

Note: The water temperature regulators should not


begin to open until jacket water reaches opening
Result: The temperature
temperature for the regulators.
regulators are NOT OK.
A. Allow the engine to cool and then start the engine.
Repair: Replace the water
Check the hose at the outlet for the jacket water. If the
Regulators temperature regulators.
hose is warm and normal operating temperature is not
achieved yet, a regulator may be stuck open.
Verify that the repair
eliminated the problem.
B. If the water temperature regulators are
malfunctioning, check the water temperature regulators.
Refer to Testing and Adjusting, "Cooling System" for
additional information.

If the procedure did not correct the issue, contact your Cat dealer Technical Communicator (TC). For
further assistance, your TC can confer with the Dealer Solutions Network (DSN).

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