Cat Battery with a cutout to show internal components.
Cat Battery with a cutout to show internal components.

Cat® Battery Replacement

CAT SELF-SERVICE OPTIONS (SSO)

You count on your equipment to endure extreme weather, navigate extreme terrain and perform extreme jobs. We get it. That’s why Caterpillar goes to extremes in design and testing standards to power your equipment. Cat® Heavy Duty (HD) batteries ensure your equipment can go all out for the long haul, even in the harshest environments.

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Maintenance Tips

Watch for these common repair indicators:

  • Engine cranks too slowly to start
  • Alert indicator comes on
  • Dim or flickering lights
  • Dead battery
  • Grinding noise when the ignition key is turned
  • Other electrical failures
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Elements of the Cat Battery Replacement Self-Service Option:

 

Recommended Parts

 

  • Battery

Recommended Tooling

 

  • No specialized tools required
  • Repair instructions included

 

 

Available on the Following Models:

Compact Track Loaders

239D, 249D, 259B, 259D, 279C, 279D, 289C, 289D, 299C, 299D

Compact Wheel Loaders

901C, 902, 902C, 903C, 904H, 906, 906H, 906K, 906M, 907H, 907K, 907M, 908, 908H, 908K, 908M, 910, 910F, 910G, 910K, 910M, 914G, 914K, 914M, 916, 918F, 918M, 920K, IT14G

Small Wheel Loaders

924F, 924G, 924H, 924K, 926M, 928F, 928G, 928H, 930G, 930H, 930K, 930M, 936F, 938F, 938G, 938H, 938K, 938M, IT28G, IT38H

Skid Steer Loaders

216, 216B, 226, 226B, 226D, 228, 232, 232B, 232D, 236, 236B, 236D, 242, 242B, 242D, 246B, 246, 246C, 246D, 248, 248B, 252, 252B, 256C, 262, 262B, 262C, 262D, 268B, 272C, 272D

Backhoe Loaders

414E, 415F, 416, 416B, 416C, 416D, 416E, 416F, 420D, 420E, 420F, 422E, 422F, 424B, 424D, 426, 426B, 426C, 426F, 427F, 428, 428B, 428C, 428D, 428E, 428F, 430D, 430E, 430F, 432D, 432E, 432F, 434E, 434F, 436, 436B, 436C, 438, 438B, 438C, 438D, 442D, 442E, 444E, 444F, 446, 446B, 446D, 450E, 450F

Multi-Terrain Loaders

247, 247B, 257, 257B, 257D, 267, 267B, 277, 277B, 277C, 277D, 287B, 287C, 287, 287D, 297C, 297D

Small Dozers

D3G, D3K, D4E, D4G, D4K, D5G, D5K

Mini Hydraulic Excavators

300.9D, 301.4C, 301.5, 301.6, 301.6C, 301.7D, 301.8, 301.8C, 302, 302.2D, 302.4D, 302.5, 302.5C, 302.7D, 303, 303C, 303E, 303.5, 303.5C, 303.5D, 303.5E, 303.6, 304, 304C, 304D, 304E, 304.5, 304.5E, 304.6, 305, 305C, 305D, 305E, 305.5, 305.5D, 305.5E, 306, 306E, 307, 307B, 307C, 307D, 307E, 307.5, 308, 308C, 308D, 308E, 308.5, 309, 310

Telehandlers

TH103, TH210, TH215, TH220B, TH306D, TH330B, TH340B, TH350B, TH3510D, TH355B, TH357D, TH360B, TH408D, TH460B, TH514D, TH560B, TH580B, TL1055D, TL1255D, TL642D, TL943D

Frequently Asked Questions

 

How do I test my Cat battery?

For best results, use a Cat battery load tester to measure the open circuit voltage (OCV). Consult your Operation and Maintenance Manual for specific operating and safety procedures.
 

 

How do I install a Cat battery?

After marking the positive and negative cables, disconnect the negative cable first, then the positive cable. Remove the battery and clean out the tray. Place the new battery replacing first the positive cable, then the negative cable. Secure in place. Consult your Operation and Maintenance Manual for specific operating and safety procedures.



 

How do I charge my Cat battery?

Unplug the battery from your machine and connect it to a battery charger. Slow charging is best for your battery. If no charge is gained after 30 minutes, the battery needs to be replaced. Consult your Operation and Maintenance Manual for specific operating and safety procedures.

 

How do I inspect and clean my Cat battery?

Look for cracks or leaks, as well as secure terminals and fluid levels. To clean your battery, get rid of dirt and debris, disconnect cables and use a cleaning solution. Consult your Operation and Maintenance Manual for specific operating and safety procedures.



EXPLORE AVAILABLE SELF-SERVICE OPTIONS

Ready to perform your own maintenance and repairs? We have the tools you need. We periodically expand the list of available Cat Self-Service Options (SSO). Download the file to find if your model has SSO coverage. With the right parts, tooling, service instructions and technical support in one convenient package, you'll get back on the job in no time!

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Use your Cat Commercial Account at participating Cat dealers and Cat Rental Stores and on parts.cat.com. It's that easy.

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