TA-1 Visual Inspection for

Track-Type Tractors (Elevated Sprocket)

SMCS - Job Code - 540 Component Code - 753S

Cat dealer Customer

Address Address
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Serial Number : Inspector : Temperature :

Model : Work Order : Time :
Engine S/N: SMU: Date :
Manufacturer : Unit Location:

Note: Review Machine & S·O·S History and check for Active Service Letters prior to inspection.

Status of the Machine

Normal
The status recommendation of your Track-Type Tractor is:
 Visual Inspection for Track-Type Tractors
Status assessment ü– Normal M – Monitor A – Action Blank – Not Applicable

1. Prepare Machine Inspection

# Status Description Comments
1.1 Check with customer for operator complaints

1.2 Prepare the machine for the inspection

1.3 Perform safety/preparatory inspection

1.4 Download machine fault codes

1.5 1.5 Check Product Link

Is machine equipped with PL?

Is PL activated?

Is PL functioning properly?

1.6 Observe engine exhaust colors

Listen for unusual noises
1.7

1.8

1.9

1.10

Item No. Additional Comment

 2. Lower-Level Inspection
# Status Description Comments
2.1 Final drives and sprockets

2.2 Carrier rollers

2.3 Track rollers

2.4 Track roller bogies

2.5 Front and rear idlers

2.6 Track guides

2.7 Track shoes

2.8 Track links, pins, and bushings

2.9 Track roller frame

2.10 Equalizer bar

2.11 Pivot shaft

2.12 Bottom guards

2.13

2.14

2.15

Item No. Additional Comment

 3. Middle Level Inspection
# Status Description Comments
3.1 Steps and handrails

3.2 Work lights

3.3 Hood, platform and access doors

3.4 Fan guard and fan

3.5 Radiator, condenser, oil cooler and aftercooler

3.6 Radiator cap

3.7 Upper and lower radiator hoses and oil cooler hoses

3.8 Aftercooler lines

3.9 Air cleaner and pre-cleaner

3.10 Cylinder head and valve cover

3.11 Turbocharger

3.12 Exhaust manifold

3.13 Pulleys, belts, and compressor clutch

3.14 Water pump

3.15 Engine wiring harness

3.16 Fuel lines and fuel pump

3.17

3.18

3.19

Item No. Additional Comment

 4. Upper-Level Inspection
# Status Description Comments
4.1 Cab exterior

4.2 Cab interior

4.3 Batteries and battery cables

4.4 Power train and hydraulic oil filter compartment

4.5 Hydraulic tank

4.6

4.7

4.8

Item No. Additional Comment

 5. Implement/Attachment Inspection
# Status Description Comments
Blade and trunnion ball joints, stabilizer bar, tilt and
5.1
angle cylinders

5.2 Blade Lift Cylinder

5.3 Blade cutting edges and end bits

5.4 Ripper

5.5 Ripper cylinders

5.6

5.7

5.8

Item No. Additional Comment

6. Site Conditions
# Status Description
6.1 Ambient Temperature

NORMAL: -18° to 32°C (0° to 90°F)

MONITOR: 32° to 46°C or -18° to -29°C (90° to 115°F or 0° to -20°F)

ACTION: Above 46°C or Below -29°C
(Above 115° or Below -20°F)
6.2 Altitude

NORMAL: 0 to 1524 m (0 to 5000 ft)

MONITOR: 1524 to 3048 m (5000 to 10,000 ft)

ACTION: Above 3048 m (Above 10,000 ft)

6.3 Haul Road Grade

NORMAL: Flat

MONITOR: Mild

ACTION: Steep

6.4 Haul Road Condition

 NORMAL: Positive Banking, Gradual Turns, Good Erosion Control

ACTION: Negative Banking, Sharp Turns, Poor Erosion Control

6.5 Humidity

NORMAL: Below 25%

MONITOR: 25 to 60%

ACTION: Above 60%

6.6 Air Quality

NORMAL: No Dust

MONITOR: Light Dust

ACTION: Heavy Dust

6.7 Underfoot Condition

NORMAL: Dry Flat Surface

MONITOR: Moderate Grades, Mixture of Muddy / Dry Surfaces

ACTION: Steep Grades, Muddy, Snow, Ice

6.8 Machine Utilization

NORMAL: 0 to 10 Hours

ACTION: Above 10 hours

6.9 Equipment Role

NORMAL: Utility

MONITOR: Support

ACTION: Production

6.10 Working Material

NORMAL: Uncompacted, Low Abrasion

MONITOR: Moderately Compacted, Moderate Abrasion

ACTION: High Abrasion, Compacted, Dense

6.11 Maintenance Practices

NORMAL: Excellent

MONITOR: Good

ACTION: Poor

6.12 Primary Industries

6.13
6.14

6.15

Item No. Additional Comments

Other Remarks
or Track-Type Tractors
Blank – Not Applicable

1. Prepare Machine Inspection

Comments
2. Lower-Level Inspection
Comments
3. Middle Level Inspection
Comments
4. Upper-Level Inspection
Comments
5. Implement/Attachment Inspection
Comments

6. Site Conditions
Other Remarks
 Track-Type Tractors TA1 Inspection Reference
Inspection Benefits:
Minimizes downtime through scheduled maintenance
Locates potential problems
Finds overlooked problems
Enables scheduled maintenance and repairs
Lowers owning and operating costs

Guidelines:
Wiring Harness Inspection Guidelines
Check for tubes, hoses, and wiring harnesses rubbing against:
One another
Sharp corners
Bolt heads
Check for tubes, hoses, and wiring harness not properly secured:
Missing clips and/or wire ties
P-clips not attached

Harness Connector Inspection Guidelines

Check for connectors:
Not properly secured in place
Rubbing against machine frame
Rubbing against sharp edges

Implement Linkage Pin Inspection Guidelines

Check for:
Loose or broken flange mounting bolt
Elongated bolt hole in flange (hole is located behind pin retaining bolt)
Loose or missing pin retainer bolts
Irregular shaped pin bores

Hydraulic Cylinder Inspection Guidelines:

Check for:
Oil leaks indicated by dirt or oil buildup around the cylinder lip seal
Oil leaks at hose connections
Damage to cylinder rods
Damage or wear to linkage pins (refer to “Pin Inspection Guidelines” for inspection procedure)

1. Inspection Preparation:

1.1 Check with customer for operator complaints

1.2 Prepare the machine for the inspection
Park the machine in a level place clear free of personnel and obstacles
Put the transmission in neutral
Apply the parking brake
Lower the work tools to the ground
Turn the engine start switch to the “OFF” position and remove the key
1.3 Perform safety/preparatory inspection
Make sure no one is underneath the machine, around the machine, or on the machine; ensure the area is free of personnel
Walk around the machine and inspect underneath the machine for visible signs of fluid leaks
Check the engine oil, hydraulic oil, transmission oil, and coolant levels; if necessary, add oil or coolant to reach the minimum level for
each system
1.4 Download machine fault codes
Download machine fault codes using either of these methods:
Electronic Technician (ET)
Advisor (where available)
1.5 Check Product Link (https://productsupportglobalcontent.cat.com/cda/files/712700/7/Product%20Link%20Dealer%20Validation.pdf)
Is machine equipped with PL?
Is PL activated?
Is PL functioning properly?
1.6 Observe engine exhaust colors
Start the machine and observe exhaust colors
White smoke after initial startup may indicate coolant in engine cylinder
Blue smoke during startup may indicate oil in engine cylinder
Continuous black smoke may indicate improper air/fuel mixture
Continuous gray smoke may indicate a fuel-timing problem
1.7 Listen for unusual noises
Excessive noise coming from hydraulic pump could indicate:
Pump cavitation
A loose or failed bearing
Excessive noise coming from engine compartment could indicate:
Fuel injector damage
Engine bearing damage
Valve train damage
Excessive noise coming from transmission could indicate:
Pump cavitation
A loose or failed bearing
Clutch disc or gear damage.
Excessive noise coming from front and rear differentials/final drives and drive train could indicate:
Gear damage
A loose or failed bearing
 2 Lower-Level Inspections:

2.1 Final Drive and Sprocket Inspection

Check final drives for leaks in the following areas:
Sealing surface between the axle cover and the final drive cover
Sealing surface between the final drive cover and the ring gear
Dou-cone seal located behind the sprocket
Drain and fill plugs
Inspect the sprockets for:
Broken or chipped teeth
Sharp edges on sprocket teeth which indicates excessive sprocket wear
Loose or missing sprocket mounting bolts
2.2 Carrier Roller Inspection
Check for:
Oil leakage in the following areas:
On the sealing surface between the front cover and the roller
From the duo-cone seal located on the back side of the carrier roller
Loose, missing, or damaged mounting bolts
Excessive wear on the surface where the track link rides on the carrier roller
2.3 Track Roller Inspection
Check for:
Oil leakage from the following areas:
The duo-cone seals located on the front and back sides of the track roller
Each end of the track roller shaft; leakage in this area would indicate the O-ring seal located on the track roller
shaft may worn or damaged
Excessive wear on the surface where the track link rides on the track roller
2.4 Track Roller Bogie Inspection
Check for:
Missing retaining rings on each side of the major bogies
Leaking bogie cartridge pins
Minor bogie cartridge pin covers worn significantly on top and bottom
Roller caps and pins for proper shimming and loose/damaged fasteners
If machine is still warm from operation, check for hot pins
2.5 Front and Rear Idler Inspection
Check for:
Oil leakage from the following areas:
From the duo-cone seals located on the front and back side of the idler
At each end of the track idler shaft; leakage in this area would indicate the O-ring seal located on the shaft may
be worn or damaged
Excessive wear on the surfaces on both sides of the idler where the track link rides on the idler
Loose, damaged, or missing bearing cap mounting bolts
2.6 Track Guide Inspection
Check for:
Damaged, missing, or loose track roller guide mounting bolts
Excessive damage or wear to track guides (inside and outside)
2.7 Track Shoe Inspection
Check for:
Damaged, missing, or loose track bolts
Damaged or worn track shoes
2.8 Track Link/Pin/Bushing Inspection
Check for:
Excessive wear on contact surface of track link
Excessive noise in the track during machine operation
If excessive noise is noticed, check for temperature variances between the pins. To do this, touch the end of the
pins with your hand or use an infrared thermometer. Large temperature variances may indicate a dry joint in the
link.
2.9 Track Roller Frame Inspection
Check for:
Link wear grooves on top of the roller frames
Cracks on the rear track roller frame weld seams between the pivot shaft and guide bores
Oil leakage from under the chrome bearing sleeve
You should also check if the rear roller frame seal has worn through the chrome surface of the bearing sleeve.
2.10 Track Equalizer Bar Inspection
Check for:
Oil leakage around the equalizer end pins
Cracked rubber and/or missing portions of rubber in the equalizer bar pads
Loose or damaged mounting bolts
Irregular-shaped center pin bores
2.11 Pivot Shaft Inspection
Check for oil leaks in the following areas:
Sealing surface between the cover plate and the track roller frame
Sealing surface between the main frame and the track roller frame
Lubrication lines from the remote mounted reservoir (if equipped)
2.12 Bottom Guard Inspection
Check for:
Oil leaks indicated by dirt and oil buildup on the underneath surface and edges of the bottom guards; oil buildup in this area
would indicate possible leaks from components located above the guard
Loose, damaged, or missing bolts
Damaged hinges
Structural damage or cracks around welded joints
 3 Middle-Level Inspections:

3.1 Step and Handrail Inspection

Ensure that steps and handrails are in place and check for:
Damaged, missing, or loose bolts
Damage to steps or handrails
Excessive dirt or debris
3.2 Work Light Inspection
Check road lights, turn signals, hazard flashers, work lights, and other lights for:
Proper operation
Cracked or broken lenses
Damaged harnesses or electrical connectors
Loose or damaged mounting brackets and fasteners
3.3 Hood, Platform, and Access Door Inspection
Check:
Hood mounts, access doors, seals, door props, hinges, and latches for damage and proper operation
Hood, ventilation screens, and service platform for debris or excessive dirt
Hood mounts for:
Loose or damaged bolts
Wear or damage to rubber mounts
3.4 Fan Guard and Fan Inspection
Check for:
Loose, damaged, or missing bolts
Damaged wire fan guard
Damaged fan blade
Oil leaks from fan motor and hydraulic lines
3.5 Radiator, Condenser, Oil Cooler, and Aftercooler Inspection
Check for:
Fluid leaks
Plugged cores
Plugged screens
Damaged fins
3.6 Radiator Cap Inspection
If the radiator is cool, check the radiator cap gaskets for wear or damage.
3.7 Upper and Lower Radiator Hose and Oil Cooler Hose Inspection
Check for:
Rubbing, cracked, or damaged hoses
Loose or damaged hose clamps
3.8 Aftercooler Line Inspection
Check for:
Rubbing, cracked, or damaged hoses
Loose or damaged hose clamps
3.9 Air Cleaner and Pre-Cleaner Inspection
Check for:
Dirt and/or debris in the air pre-cleaner
Loose or damaged hose clamps on turbo compressor air inlet tube and pre-cleaner vacuum hose
Rubbing, cracked, or damaged hoses
3.10 Cylinder Head and Valve Cover Inspection
Check for:
Oil and dust buildup around:
Crankcase breather
Valve cover sealing surface; this would indicate:
Loose connection at the joint
Damaged gasket or seal
Fuel leaks around and below the protective guard located above the fuel lines (if equipped); leakage in this area would
indicate a damaged fuel line or fuel injector
3.11 Turbocharger Inspection
Check for:
Black soot around the sealing surface where the exhaust manifold bolts to the engine block and to the turbocharger turbine;
this would indicate:
Lloose connection at the joint
Loose or broken mounting bolts
Oil leakage around the turbocharger oil line
Loose or damaged hose clamp on air inlet tube
3.12 Exhaust Manifold Inspection
Check for:
Black soot around the sealing surface where the exhaust manifold bolts to the engine block and to the turbocharger turbine
which would indicate:
Loose connection at the joint
Loose or broken manifold bolts
Cracks or other damage in the manifold housing
3.13 Pulleys, Belts, and Compressor Clutch Inspection
Check for:
Worn, cracked, or broken belts
Proper belt tension
Oil leaks around air conditioning compressor clutch
3.14 Water Pump Inspection
Check for:
Coolant leaks around water pump mounting flange and hose connections
Coolant leaks through the weep hole in the water pump housing
3.15 Engine Wiring Harness Inspection
Check Wiring harnesses for loose or damaged wires, connectors and sensors
Refer to Wiring Harness Inspection Guidelines and Harness Connector Inspection Guidelines for inspection procedures
3.16 Fuel Lines and Fuel Pump Inspection
Check fuel priming pump, fuel lines, and fuel injection pump for:
Damaged, rubbing, or worn fuel lines
Loose connections

4 Upper-Level Inspections:

4.1 Cab Exterior Inspection

Check for:
Bent or damaged cab structure
Cracked or broken glass
Damaged or missing mirrors
Worn or broken windshield wiper arm or wiper blade
4.2 Cab Interior Inspection
Check for:
Excessive dirt in cab air filter
Proper function of seat and seat belt
Wear or damage to seat belt
Seat belt replacement date
Proper function of door and latches
Worn or broken window latches or slides
Damaged or inoperable gauges and controls
Properly functioning backup alarm
4.3 Batteries and Battery Cables Inspection
Check:
Battery posts and cables for corrosion or damage
Battery hold-down for proper function and tightness
4.4 Power Train and Hydraulic Oil Filter Compartment Inspection
Check for:
Leaks around hose connection points and oil filters
Rubbing, damaged, or worn hoses
Rubbing, damaged, or worn wiring harnesses or connectors
4.5 Hydraulic Tank Inspection
Check:
Fluid site gauge for damage
Fluid site gauge for transparency and visibility of fluid level reading
Area around filter cap for leaks
Filler cap seal for damage or wear

5 Implement/Attachment Inspections:

5.1 Blade and Trunnion Ball Joints, Stabilizer Bar, Tilt and Angle Cylinder Inspection
Check for:
Oil leaks indicated by dirt or oil buildup around the cylinder lip seal
Oil leaks at hose connections
Damage to cylinder rods
Refer to Hydraulic Cylinder Inspection Guidelines for inspection procedure
Damage or wear to linkage pins and pin retainers
Refer to Linkage Pin Inspection Guidelines for inspection procedure
Check the following linkages for damage, wear, or missing bolts:
Blade pivot ball joint
Trunnion pivot ball joint and retainer caps
Blade stabilizer bar
5.2 Blade Lift Cylinder Inspection
Refer to Hydraulic Cylinder Inspection Guidelines for inspection procedure
Check for:
Oil leaks indicated by dirt or oil buildup around the cylinder lip seal
Oil leaks at hose connections
Damage to cylinder rods
Damage or wear to linkage pins and pin retainers
Refer to Linkage Pin Inspection Guidelines for inspection procedure
5.3 Blade Cutting Edge and End Bit Inspection
Check for:
Excessive wear on end bits and cutting edges
Refer to the OMM for the measuring procedure to determine the maximum allowable wear
Loose, damaged, or missing bolts
5.4 Ripper Inspection
Check:
Ripper mount, ripper frame, and ripper carriage for:
Structural damage or cracks around welded joints
Damage or wear to pin bores
Loose, damaged, or missing retainer bolts
Ripper shank protector for excessive wear
If ripper shank protector is worn to close to shank, replace protector
Ripper tip for excessive wear
If ripper tip is worn to close to shank, replace tip
5.5 Ripper Cylinder Inspection
Refer to Hydraulic Cylinder Inspection Guidelines for inspection procedure
Check for:
Oil leaks indicated by dirt or oil buildup around the cylinder lip seal
Oil leaks at hose connections
Damage to cylinder rods
Damage or wear to linkage pins and pin retainers
Refer to Linkage Pin Inspection Guidelines for inspection procedure
 Performance Checks for Track-Type Tractors
Status assessment ü- Normal M - Monitor A - Action Blank – Not Applicable

1. Performance Checks
1.1 Hydraulic Performance Checks
Status Description Units Observed Max Min Comments
1.1.1 1.1.1 Cylinder Speed Tests

Cylinder Speed TeBulldozer Tilt Cylinder Speed Test

Type of Blade

Full Tilt Right to Full Tilt Left

Full Tilt Left to Full Tilt Right

Full Tilt Left to Fu Bulldozer Lift Cylinder Speed Test

Ground to Full Up

Full Up to Ground (Quick Drop)

Pause at Ground (Quick Drop)

Pause at Ground Ripper Cylinders Speed Test

Full Down to Full Up

Full Shank In to Full Shank Out

*Status Description Units Observed Max Min Oil Temperature Ranges
1.1.2
1.1.2 Cylinder Drift Tests ??° to ??° ??° to ??° ??° to ??°
??° to ??°
Oil Temperature
Oil Temperature Units Observed Maximum Minimun Allowable Minimun Allowable Time Minimun Allowable Time
Allowable Time (sec) (sec) (sec)
Movement

Bulldozer Lift Cylinders Drift Test

Bulldozer Tilt Cylinders Drift Test

Ripper Lift Cylinders Drift Test

Ripper Tip Cylinders Drift Test

*Status Description Units Observed Max Min Comments
1.1.3 1.1.3 Steering Turn Diameter Check

Full Steer Left

Full Steer Right