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

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Skid Steer Loaders / Caterpillar Skid Steer Loaders / Cat 232B

Caterpillar 232B Skid Steer Maintenance Data

The Cat 232B skid steer loader is powered by 134.1 cu.in (2.2L) Caterpillar 3024C four-cylinder direct injection liquid cooled diesel engine with a rated power of 49 hp (37 kW) at 2600 rpm. The Cat 232B is equipped with a single-speed hydrostatic transmission, wet multi disc brakes, 80HS roller chains, 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 3100 psi (214 bar). The skid steer loader has a rated operating capacity of 1750 lbs (793 kg) and tipping load of 3500 lbs (1588 kg). The lift height is 118.7 inches (3015 mm) to hinge pin, and dump height is 88.3 inches (2245 mm).

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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