Introduction and Purpose 1 Introduction and Purpose This document is intended to provide the necessary information for correct installation of the following Caterpillar ® Industrial engines into off-highway engine applications: C7 ACERT/C9 ACERT, C11 ACERT/C13 ACERT, C15 ACERT/C18 ACERT, C27 ACERT/C32 ACERT. Engines covered by this publication have an A4 ECU. NOTE: The information in this document is subject to change as engine feature requirements are revised and software continues to be developed. In addition, some of the features described in this document are not yet released. The information in this document is the property of Caterpillar Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.
Without written permission, any copying, transmission to others, and any use except that for which it is loaned is prohibited. Contact the Electronic Applications Team via ApplicationSupport@Cat.com for the latest information on software feature release dates. 1.1 Safety Most accidents that involve product operation, maintenance, and repair are caused by failure to observe basic safety rules or precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing potentially hazardous situations before an accident occurs. A person must be alert to potential hazards. This person should also have the necessary training, skills, and tools in order to perform these functions properly.
The information in this publication was based upon current information at the time of publication. Check for the most current information before you start any job. Caterpillar dealers will have the most current information. Improper operation, maintenance, or repair of this product may be dangerous. Improper operation, maintenance, or repair of this product may result in injury or death. Do not operate or perform any maintenance or repair on this product until you have read and understood the operation, maintenance, and repair information. Caterpillar cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a potential hazard.
The warnings in this publication and on the product are not all inclusive. If a tool, a procedure, a work method, or an operating technique that is not specifically recommended by Caterpillar is used, you must be sure that it is safe for you and for other people. You must also be sure that the product will not be damaged. You must also be sure that the product will not be made unsafe by the procedures that are used. I N D U S T R I A L E N G I N E E L E C T R O N I C S 4