Maintenance & Support

You need maximum fuel efficiency, minimum operating costs and every minute of production you can get. Your Cat® dealer has ways to help you enhance every aspect of your operation, so you can work faster and more efficiently than ever.

S•O•S^SM Services

Fluid Analysis is a key component to maintaining the health of your equipment while driving down costs, limiting downtime and improving productivity.
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Equipment Protection Plans

Equipment Protection Plans safeguard your investments in new, used and rebuilt machines beyond the standard warranty period.
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Featured Maintenance Videos

Running an efficient operation gives your business a competitive advantage. So we put our experts to work for you to offer advice and how-to information.

The videos and documentation below will ensure your equipment is operating at peak performance so you are ready for tomorrow.

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Spark Plug Maintenance Tips

Spark Plug Selection

Spark plug selection and factors that affect spark plug life.

Drag Conveyor Chain Guards

Drum Scrapers

Eccentric Weight Oil

Idler Lube Points

Intermediate Water Filter

Paver Overheating

Pre-Strike Off Plate

Rotor Cutter Bits

Screed Plate Adjusters

Water Spray

Batteries

Fluid Level & Charge Maintenance

Block Heater Hose

Inspect For Proper Block Heater Hose Installation

S.O.S Samples

How to Take an S.O.S Sample Using A Vacuum Pump

Water Pumps

Water Pump Weep Hole Inspection Identifies Potential Issues

Air Filters

Properly Perform Air Filter Inspection & Maintenance

Battery Box

Battery Box & Cable Maintenance

Daily Walkaround

Importance of Performing a Daily Walkaround

Hose Rub & Wear

Hose Rub Identification

Leaking Cylinders

Leaking Cylinders Lead to Hydraulic Contamination

Live S.O.S. Samples

How to Properly Take a Live S.O.S Sample

Oil Filters

Cutting Open & Inspecting Oil Filters Indicates Machine Health

Spin On Filters

Ensure Proper Tightening of Your Spin On Filters

Checking & Filling Fluids

Preventing Contamination When Checking & Filling Fluids

TA1 and TA2

Importance of TA1 & TA2 Inspections

Battery Inspection

Diesel Particulate Filter

Excessive Idle

Engine Walkaround

Overhaul Kits

Maintenance Tips & White Papers

Find more advice and information about looking after your Cat product.
Legendary Service Literature

Find listings of Caterpillar Legendary Service Literature on machines and engines manufactured 25 years ago and before.
Material Safety Data Sheets

Find Material Safety Data Sheets
Service, Parts & Maintenance Manuals

Caterpillar service manuals contain the technical guidance to operate, troubleshoot, service your machine, or to find the parts you need.
S• O• S^SM Services

Cat equipment owners need SOS Services because unplanned repairs, early replacement and costly downtime must be avoided.

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