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
What's In the Battery Replacement Self-Service Option?
Recommended Parts
Battery
Recommended Tooling
No specialized tools required
Repair instructions included
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 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 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 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.
Cat Construction Equipment Maintenance: Do It Yourself Articles
Proper maintenance keeps your equipment reliable and job-ready. Check out these articles for hands-on tips to extend the life of your machine.
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How to Inspect and Clean Cat Batteries
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How to Test and Charge Your Cat® Battery
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