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C7 and C9 ACERT
Engines
 Topics Covered

! General introduction
! Iron changes
! Electronic changes
 ACERT:

! Advanced
! Combustion
! Emissions
! Reduction
! Technology
 Nomenclature

!Lack of a hyphen in the model

designations indicates ACERT:

• C7 ACERT (based upon 3126E)

• C9 ACERT (based upon C-9 non ACERT)
• Other engines using ACERT Technology
will be covered in a separate NPI
 What is ACERT?

!“ACERT technology is a series of

evolutionary, incremental improvements
that provide a breakthrough engine
technology built on systems and
components that have been developed
by Cat with proven reliability.”
C7 and C9 ACERT Engines

C7 C9
 C7 & C9 Commonality:

! HI315B Injector
! HEP10
!36 tooth timing strategy
! Sensor strategy
! ECM: ADEM4
! After treatment: oxi-cat
 New Design for C7

! Aside from the updated fuel system and

control software, there are minimal iron
changes from the 3126E to the C7:
• 13% New Content
• 42 New Part Numbers
 New Design for C7

! One piece aluminum pistons for

190 & 210 hp ratings
! Monosteel pistons for ratings 230
hp and up
New Design for C7

!Cylinder head:
! Injector bore
changed to match
HI315B injector
! Bolt pattern
changed for
isolated valve cover
base
New Design for C7

!Valve cover
!Valve cover base
New Design for C7

! Side cover
breather
C9 Block
! No spacer plate - fewer
sealing joints for reduced
risk of leaks
! Integral oil cooler for
reduced weight and
engine width
! High coolant & oil flow for
long engine life
C9 Block
! Stronger block to allow
increased cylinder
pressure
! Strengthened flywheel
housing joint for longer
life
! Serpentine heavy duty
design for lower noise
C9 Cylinder Head
! 4 valve, cross flow head for
improved air flow , fuel
consumption and
emissions
! Stiffer structure for
improved strength, sealing,
durability and reusability
! 6 bolt cylinder head to
block joint for improved
combustion gas sealing,
minimized bore / liner
distortion
C9 Connecting Rod
! Heavy fractured rod
design
! Forged steel for
Increased Strength
! Increased bearing
surfaces for increased
bearing life
! Removable through
top of cylinder for ease
of service
 HEUI-B Fuel System
! Hydraulically actuated electronically
controlled unit injectors
! Injection pressure is independent of
engine speed
! Variable injection rate shape
! Provides maximum efficiency with
low emissions
Engine Electronic
Engine Electronic
Engine Electronic
 High Peak and Mean Injection Pressures offers:
•Performance
•Emissions
•Economy benefits

Engine Electronic
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Engine Electronic
Engine Electronic
 HEP10
! HEP10
! Larger
displacement
pump
! Higher rail
pressure
capability
! Larger reservoir
 HEP10

! Two different
drive gears:
! 31 teeth for C9
! 36 teeth for C7
 HEP10

! Variable
displacement
pump
! Displacement
control vs.
pressure control
! Increased
reliability
HEP10 Minimum Pressure
HEP10 Maximum Pressure
 HEP10 Port-metering
Piston Motion

Full Effective Stroke

Sleeve Position
(controlled by Zero Effective Stroke
actuator)

Effective stroke
begins at port closing
HEP10 Pump Operation
HEP10 Fuel Transfer Pump

! The fuel transfer pump (FTP) is the

only serviceable component
! FTP field service kit available
• Align FTP shaft with HEP center
shaft
• Service instructions included with
kit
 IAP Diagnostic Test

!There is a diagnostic test for the

HEP in the Troubleshooting Guide.
Follow this if:
• the engine will not start
• actual rail pressure is not tracking
desired
• HEP is suspect
 C7 C9 ACERT Electronic
Engine Controls

Introduction
to ACERT
Electronics
 C7 C9 ACERT
Electronics Agenda
! Calibrations
• Injector trim
• Timing calibration
! Smart Wastegate
! Contacts for support
C7 and C9 ACERT
Calibrations

• Injector Calibration

• Timing Calibration
 C7 C9 ACERT
Injector Calibration
 Injector Trim File Downloads

! Injectors calibrated using a file

! Identified by injector serial No.
• No trim codes used
• Similar to flash program
! Files available on SIS
! Simple process as follows:
SIS Web Main Menu with Injector Trim Files
 Injector Serial Number

Used to identify
injector trim file
Injector Trim File Download Page
Injector Trim File Search Page
Injector Serial No. Entered

3B000108635C
Search Performed
Download Injector Trim File Dialog Box
Calibrating the Injector
Select Injector & click the “Change” Button
Highlight the File to be Programmed to the Injector
Enter the Injector Confirmation Code
A prompt Indicates an Invalid Confirmation Code
 Emissions Warning
A “Yes” answer starts the programming
Upon Completion, Serial Number field has a Value
 C7 & C9 Timing Calibration

! C9 – No change from existing C-9

! C7 – Speed/Timing Cal. probe location

moves from flywheel to cylinder block
• like C-9/C9 ACERT

! C7 & C9 use a crankshaft slot for

calibration
 C7 Timing Probe Installation

! Position crankshaft at TDC

! Rotate crankshaft 135° normal rotation
! Install probe per Service Manual
- (Previously 3126E probe installed in flywheel
housing)
C7 Timing Probe Location
 C9 Timing Probe Installation

! Position crankshaft at TDC

! Rotate crankshaft normal rotation 85°
! Install probe per Service Manual
• No change from existing C-9
Smart Wastegate
Wastegate Solenoid
Any Questions?