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Product: MARINE ENGINE

Model: 3512C MARINE ENGINE PXF00274
Configuration: 3512C Marine Engine PXF00001-UP

Troubleshooting
3500C Marine Engines
Media Number -KENR5404-04 Publication Date -01/09/2013 Date Updated -26/09/2013

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Timing - Calibrate
SMCS - 1000-524; 1900-524; 1912-524

Use this procedure if the diagnostic code in Table 1 is active.

Table 1
Diagnostic Codes Table
Conditions which
Code System Response
Generate this Code
261-13 Engine Timing The engine speed/timing This will not keep the engine from
Calibration : Calibration sensor has not been running. The fuel injection timing
Required calibrated. may be out of adjustment.

The engine speed/timing sensors provide engine information to the Electronic Control Module
(ECM). The sensor generates a pulse signal. A loss of the signals from the secondary engine
speed/timing sensor and the primary engine speed/timing sensor causes the ECM to stop sending
power to the fuel injectors.

The ECM provides the engine speed/timing sensor with 12.5 ± 1.0 VDC. A unique tooth on the
timing reference gear generates a unique duty cycle. The signal provides the ECM with
information on the engine position.

If the primary engine speed/timing sensor fails, the ECM will use the secondary engine
speed/timing sensor until electrical power is removed from the ECM. To prevent any unnecessary
down time, replace the primary engine speed/timing sensor at the earliest possible convenience.

1. Install the Timing Calibration Probe.

a. Turn the Engine Control Switch (ECS) to the OFF position.

b. Remove the timing calibration plug from the flywheel housing.

c. Examine the flywheel through the timing calibration hole. Ensure that the probe is not
inserted into the timing pin hole. If necessary, rotate the engine crankshaft.

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d. Install the 6V-3093 Transducer Adapter into the hole for the timing calibration at the
flywheel.

e. Insert the 6V-2197 Magnetic Transducer through the 6V-3093 Transducer Adapter .
Insert the transducer until contact is made with the surface of the flywheel. Move the
transducer 0.9 mm (0.04 inch) away from the flywheel.

NOTICE

Do not install the timing calibration probe over the timing pin hole at
the flywheel or damage will result.

f. Tighten the nut on the 6V-3093 Transducer Adapter .

g. Connect the 7X-1695 cable from the engine timing calibration probe to the connector
P26.

h. Start the engine. Allow the engine to exit cold mode operation.

2. Calibrate the Fuel Injection Timing.

a. Select "Calibrations" from the "Service" menu onCaterpillar Electronic Technician

(ET). Select the "Timing Calibration" from the "Calibrations" menu.

Note: Engine speed will be set to 800 rpm by the ECM during the calibration.

b. Follow the instructions on the Cat ET screen.

Note: If the Cat ET screen reads "COULD NOT CALIBRATE", the timing has not
been set. Verify that the engine speed was stable during the testing (± 50 rpm). If the
engine speed was unstable or the engine speed could not be controlled within ± 50
rpm because of mechanical factors or electrical factors, refer to the diagnostic
procedure Troubleshooting, "Engine Misfires, Runs Rough or Is Unstable".

If all of the problems have been corrected but the timing can not be calibrated, check
the cable of the 189-5746 Speed Sensor . Check the 189-5746 Speed Sensor in order
to verify that the probe is not bent. Verify that the probe is installed correctly before
restarting this procedure.

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