Caterpillar Inc.

1361-040

UnclassifiedCooling

What This Code Means

Excessive coolant leakage; Severe engine overheating; Cracks in the cylinder head; Piston seizure; Potential engine damage

Possible Causes

  • •Failed water pump
  • •Worn or failed water pump seal

Suggested Actions

  1. 1Consult your Caterpillar dealer
  2. 2Inspect the water pump
  3. 3Inspect water pump
  4. 4Refer to 'Water Pump - Remove' and 'Water Pump - Install' in the Disassembly and Assembly Manual
  5. 5Replace the water pump seal

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