Specs, Service, and Problems of Skid Steers and Track Loaders

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Skid Steer Loaders / Caterpillar Skid Steer Loaders / Cat 242B

Caterpillar 242B Skid Steer Maintenance Data

The Cat 242B skid steer loader is powered by 134.1 cu.in (2.2L) Caterpillar 3024CT 4-cycle 4-cylinder turbocharged liquid cooled diesel engine with a rated power of 57 hp (43 kW) at 2600 rpm. The Cat 242B is equipped with a single-speed or two-speed hydrostatic transmission, wet multi disc brakes, and 10x16.5 or 12x16.5 tires. The hydraulic system has a pump with fluid flow rate of 15.6 gpm (60 lpm). The hydraulic pressure is 3335 psi (230 bar). The skid steer loader has a rated operating capacity of 2000 lbs (907 kg) and tipping load of 4000 lbs (1815 kg). The boom lifting force is 3840 lbs (1742 kg), and bucket breakout force is 4060 lbs (1840 kg).

Refill Capacities

Engine Oil Capacity, gal (L) ...................... 2.1 (8.0)
Engine Coolant Capacity, gal (L) ...................... 2.65 (10.0)
Hydraulic Reservoir Fluid Capacity, gal (L) ...................... 9.2 (35.0)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity, gal (L) ...................... 14.5 (55.0)
Chain Case Oil Capacity, gal (L) ...................... 1.6 (6.0)

Recommended Oil and Fluid

Engine Oil Type ...................... SAE 10W-30, 15W-40. API Service Category CE, CF-4, CG-4, CH-4
Engine Coolant Type ...................... Caterpillar Diesel Engine Antifreeze/Coolant
Hydraulic Fluid Type ...................... Cat DEO, SAE 15W-40, 5W-40
Chain Case Oil Type ...................... Cat DEO, SAE 15W-40, 5W-40

Service Intervals

Lubricate Cylinder Pivot Points ...................... Every 100 Hours
Check and Adjust Belts ...................... Every 250 Hours
Clean Cab Air Filters ...................... Every 250 Hours
Clean Primary Engine Air Filter ...................... Every 250 Hours
Check and Adjust Drive Chain ...................... Every 250 Hours
Change Engine Oil ...................... Every 500 Hours
Replace Engine Oil Filter ...................... Every 500 Hours
Replace Primary Fuel Filter ...................... Every 500 Hours
Replace Final Fuel Filter ...................... Every 500 Hours
Replace Hydraulic Oil Filter ...................... Every 500 Hours
Check Chain Case Oil Level ...................... Every 500 Hours
Change Chain Case Oil ...................... Every 1000 Hours
Replace Primary Engine Air Filter ...................... Every 1000 Hours
Replace Secondary Engine Air Filter ...................... Every 1000 Hours
Change Hydraulic Fluid ...................... Every 2000 Hours
Replace Cab Air Filters ...................... Every 2000 Hours
Service And Refill Cooling System ...................... Every 6000 Hours

Replacement Parts

Engine Oil Filter. Part Number ...................... 2201523
Fuel Water Separator. Part Number ...................... 1561200
In-line Fuel Filter. Part Number ...................... 1G7206
Primary Engine Air Filter. Part Number ...................... 2310167
Secondary Engine Air Filter. Part Number ...................... 2310168
Cab Air Filter. Part Number ...................... 2318132, 3036658
Hydraulic Oil Filter. Part Number ...................... 1G8878

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