9011G59 Mercury GEAR HOUSING, Basic

Top End Overhaul
If you elect to perform an overhaul without the services of a Cat dealer, be aware of the following recommendations.Cylinder Head Assembly
Inspect the cylinder head assembly according to the instructions that are in Cat reusability publications. Refer to Guidelines for Reusable Parts and Salvage Operations, SEBF8029, "Index of Publications on Reusability or Salvage of Used Parts".Your Cat dealer can provide these services and components. Your Cat dealer can ensure that the components are operating within the appropriate specifications.The use of out-of-spec parts will cause unscheduled downtime and/or costly repairs.Unit Injectors
Replace the unit injectors. Consult your Cat dealer about exchanging the unit injectors. Your Cat dealer can provide these services and components.The wear of unit injectors is affected by the following considerations:
Quality of the fuel
Quality of the filtration of the fuelThe wear of the unit injectors can result in elevated levels of exhaust emissions and/or poor engine performance. The misfire of a single cylinder is not typically attributed to normal wear. This condition can be repaired by replacing the faulty unit injector.The following lists of circumstances indicate that the unit injectors should be inspected more frequently:
Use of fuels that are not recommended in this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Refill Capacities and Recommendations"
Extreme ambient temperatures that reduce the ability of the fuel to provide lubrication
Frequent plugging of the fuel filters
Insufficient maintenance of the fuel tank or the fuel storage tank that can allow excessive water, sediment, and other foreign matter.
Insufficient maintenance of the fuel filtersOil Suction Screen
Clean the oil suction screen after the oil has been drained.
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Top view of a typical 3500 engine oil pan with an oil housing and oil suction screen.
(1) Cover
(2) Oil suction screenNote: Approximately 1 L (1 qt) of oil will remain in the oil housing after the sump has been drained. This oil will pour out of the oil housing when cover (1) is removed. Prepare to catch the oil in a pan. Clean up any spilled oil with absorbent towels or pillows. DO NOT use absorbent particles to clean up the oil.
Remove the cover (1).
Remove the screen assembly (2) according to the instructions in the Service Manual, "Disassembly and Assembly" module. Discard the used O-ring seals.
Inspect the screen assembly (2). Obtain a new screen assembly, if necessary.
Wash the screen assembly (2) in clean nonflammable solvent. Allow the screen assembly (2) to dry before installation.
Install the screen assembly (2) and install new O-ring seals according to the instructions in the Service Manual, "Disassembly and Assembly" module.
Install the cover (1).
Remove side covers to gain access to the sump. Clean the bottom of the sump with absorbent towels or pillows. When the bottom of the sump is clean, install the side covers.Clean, Inspect, and Pressure Test Components
Aftercooler coreReplacement of Components
Replace the following components during the top end overhaul:
Electronic unit injectors
Fuel transfer pump
Pressure sensors
Temperature sensors
Turbocharger cartridgeInspection, Reconditioning, or Exchanging of Components
Inspect the following components according to the instructions that are in Cat reusability publications. Refer to Guidelines for Reusable Parts and Salvage Operations, SEBF8029, "Index of Publications on Reusability or Salvage of Used Parts".Recondition the worn components or exchange the components, if necessary. Your Cat dealer can provide these services and components.
Camshaft followers
Cylinder head assembly
Engine wiring harness
Exhaust manifold seals
Exhaust manifold bellows
Fuel pressure regulating valve
Fuel priming pump
Inlet manifold gaskets
Inlet manifold seals
Oil pump
Prelube pump
Pressure sensors
Pushrods
Rocker arms
Spacer plate
Software update
Temperature sensors
TurbochargerInspection of Components
Inspect the following components according to the instructions that are in Cat reusability publications. Refer to Guidelines for Reusable Parts and Salvage Operations, SEBF8029, "Index of Publications on Reusability or Salvage of Used Parts".
Camshaft
Driven equipment (alignment)
Engine control module
Oil suction screenTop End Overhaul (Second)
If you elect to perform an overhaul without the services of a Cat dealer, be aware of the following recommendations.Cylinder Head Assembly
Inspect the cylinder head assembly according to the instructions that are in Cat reusability publications. Refer to Guidelines for Reusable Parts and Salvage Operations, SEBF8029, "Index of Publications on Reusability or Salvage of Used Parts".Your Cat dealer can provide these services and components. Your Cat dealer can ensure that the components are operating within the appropriate specifications.The use of out-of-spec parts will cause unscheduled downtime and/or costly repairs.Unit Injectors
Replace the unit injectors. Consult your Cat dealer about exchanging the unit injectors. Your Cat dealer can provide these services and components.The wear of unit injectors is affected by the following considerations:
Quality of the fuel
Quality of the filtration of the fuelThe wear of the unit injectors can result in elevated levels of exhaust emissions and/or poor engine performance. The misfire of a single cylinder is not typically attributed to normal wear. This condition can be repaired by replacing the faulty unit injector.The following circumstances indicate that the unit injectors should be inspected more frequently:
Use of fuels that are not recommended in this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Refill Capacities and Recommendations"
Extreme ambient temperatures that reduce the ability of the fuel to provide lubrication
Frequent plugging of the fuel filters
Insufficient maintenance of the fuel tank or the fuel storage tank that can allow excessive water, sediment, and other contaminants.
Insufficient maintenance of the fuel filtersOil Suction Screen
Clean the oil suction screen after the oil has been drained.Note: Approximately 1 L (1 qt) of oil will remain in the housing after the sump has been drained. This oil will pour out of the housing when cover (1) is removed. Prepare to catch the oil in a pan. Clean up any spilled oil with absorbent towels or pillows. DO NOT use absorbent particles to clean up the oil.
Remove the screen assembly according to the instructions in the Service Manual, "Disassembly and Assembly" module. Discard the used O-ring seals.
Wash the screen assembly in clean nonflammable solvent. Allow the screen assembly to dry before installation.
Remove side covers to gain access to the sump. Clean the bottom of the sump with absorbent towels or pillows. When the bottom of the sump is clean, install the side covers.
Inspect the screen assembly for good condition. Obtain a new screen assembly, if necessary. Install the screen assembly. Install new O-ring seals.Replacement of Components
Replace the following components during the