Troubleshooting

G3500H Generator Set Engine

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

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Coolant Pressure Is Low

SMCS - 1395-035

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

Table 1
J1939 Code and Description Comments

The engine coolant pressure is below the map-based trip point

109-1
pressure for the programmed delay time.
Engine Coolant Pressure : Low
The fuel is shut off.
- most severe (3)
The code is logged.

109-17 The engine coolant pressure is below the map-based trip point
Engine Coolant Pressure : Low pressure for the programmed delay time.
- least severe (1) The code is logged.

Probable Causes
Codes

Coolant level

Leaks

Sensor

Water pump

Heat exchanger

Oil cooler

Recommended Actions

Steam or hot coolant can cause severe burns.

Do not loosen the filler cap or the pressure cap on a hot engine.

Allow the engine to cool before removing the filler cap or the pressure
cap.

Table 2
 Troubleshooting Test Steps
1. Check for Codes
A. Connect Cat® Electronic Technician (ET) to
the service tool connector. Codes
B. Look for active codes that are associated with
the system for the event code.
2. Check the Coolant Level
Note: If the coolant level is too low, air will get
into the cooling system. Air in the cooling system Coolant
will cause a reduction in coolant flow and
pressure.
A. Check the cooling system for coolant leaks.
3. Check the Cooling System for Damaged
Lines
A. Inspect the lines for the following conditions:
- Damage
- Crushing Leaks
- Bending
B. Inspect the rubber boots for the following:
- Cracks
- Collapsed
4. Check the Coolant Pressure Sensor Sensor
A. Install a mechanical pressure gauge in the
coolant jacket near the coolant pressure sensor.
B. Start the engine.
C. Connect Cat ET.
D. Allow the engine to run and record the coolant
Values Results
Result: An associated code is
active.
Repair: Troubleshoot any
associated codes before continuing
with this test.
Result: A code is active or logged.
Proceed to Test Step 2.
Result: The coolant level is OK.
Proceed to Test Step 3.
Result: The coolant level is NOT
OK.
Level
Repair:Add coolant. Determine the
cause of the low coolant level.
If the problem is not resolved,
proceed to Test Step 3.
Result: The cooling system lines are
OK.
Proceed to Test Step 4.
Result: The cooling system lines are
NOT OK.
Repair: Repair or replace any
damaged cooling system lines or
components.
If the problem is not resolved,
proceed to Test Step 4.
Result: The pressure difference
between the mechanical gauge and
the reading in Cat ET is less than
14 kPa (2 psi).
Proceed to Test Step 5.
Result: The pressure difference
between the mechanical gauge and
the reading in Cat ET is greater than
 pressure on the mechanical gauge. 14 kPa (2 psi).

E. Check the coolant pressure reading at various Repair: Replace the coolant
engine speeds. pressure sensor.

If the problem is not resolved,

proceed to Test Step 5.

Result: The water pump is OK.

Proceed to Test Step 6.

5. Inspect the Water Pump
Result:There was a problem with
A. Inspect the impeller of the water pump for
the water pump.
damage or erosion. Water
Pump
Repair:Repair or replace damaged
B. Ensure that the drive gear is not loose on the
water pump components.
drive shaft of the water pump.
If the problem is not resolved,
proceed to Test Step 6.

Result: The heat exchanger is OK.

6. Check the Heat Exchanger for Problems Proceed to Test Step 7.

A. Check the cooling fins on the heat exchanger Result: A problem with the heat
for dirt and for debris. exchanger has been discovered.
Heat
B. Check for sufficient flow and temperature of Repair: If the temperature of the
Exchanger
the cooling water through the heat exchanger. cooling water is too high, determine
the cause. Clean the components or
C. Ensure that the size of the heat exchanger is replace the heat exchanger.
sufficient.
If the problem is not resolved,
proceed to Test Step 7.

Result: There was debris or

restrictions in the oil cooler.
7. Check the Oil Cooler for a Restriction
Repair: Clean or replace the oil
A. Check the inlet side of the oil cooler for debris Restrictions cooler.
or blockage.
Verify that the repair eliminated the
problem.

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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