CAT 3406E Programming Parameters — Troubleshooting Guide

The CAT 3406E programming parameters section of the SENR5582-06 troubleshooting manual explains every programmable value that affects 3176B, C-10, C-12 and 3406E truck engine operation. It documents how System Configuration Parameters and Customer Specified Parameters are stored in the Electronic Control Module (ECM) and edited with an Electronic Service Tool.

Official document details

Brand Caterpillar (CAT)
Model coverage 3176B, C-10, C-12 & 3406E truck engines (5EK, 1YN, 2PN, 6TS)
System / Group Manuals — Programming Parameters (P-2.0)
Publication no. Media Number SENR5582-06
Year / Revision Published 01/07/1998, updated 08/09/2002
Pages 38
File size 0.6 MB
Format PDF
Language English

Document table of contents

  • Connecting an Electronic Service Tool
  • System Configuration Parameters
  • Full Load Setting and Full Torque Setting
  • Personality Module Code
  • Engine Serial Number
  • Customer Specified Parameters
  • Engine retarder and PTO parameters
  • Maintenance Indicator Parameters
  • Injector Codes

Applicable truck models covered

This section covers the 3176B, C-10, C-12 and 3406E truck engines, including the 3406E Truck Engine 5EK configuration (serial range 5EK00001-01820). System Configuration Parameters must be reprogrammed whenever an ECM is replaced, using factory passwords and either an Electronic Control Analyzer Programmer (ECAP) or Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET). For product and dealer support, see the Caterpillar official website.

What the CAT 3406E programming parameters cover

This part of Media Number SENR5582-06 details the Full Load Setting, Full Torque Setting and Personality Module Code, along with Customer Specified Parameters such as engine retarder mode, PTO settings and Maintenance Indicator Mode. Incorrect values can generate Diagnostic Code 253-02, Check Customer Or System Parameters, so the correct figures stamped on the engine information ratings plate must be entered.

Who needs 3406E programming parameters

Diesel technicians, fleet workshops and rebuilders who replace an ECM, reflash a Personality Module or rerate a Caterpillar engine rely on this reference to enter correct settings and avoid low-idle limp conditions.

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