Caterpillar CS-563
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Caterpillar CS-563

Maintenance schedule, common problems & OEM parts breakdown

The Caterpillar CS-563 is a single-drum vibratory soil compactor built on the same chassis as its padfoot sibling, the CP-563, which bolts on a chevron-pattern pad shell in place of the smooth steel drum. The line spans a base/C/D-series built around a mechanical Cat 3116T turbocharged diesel rated near 145-153 hp, produced from the late 1980s through the early 2000s, and a 2003-2007 E-series powered by the electronically controlled Cat 3056E ATAAC diesel at roughly 150 hp with an engine ECM in place of mechanical injection timing. Operating weight runs from about 11,100 kg (24,500 lb) on a base CS-563 up to roughly 12,200 kg (27,000 lb) on a bladed CP-563E. Caterpillar offered the machine with either a two-post ROPS/FOPS canopy or a fully enclosed ROPS cab, an optional bolt-on leveling and backfilling blade for the CP-563, and a smooth-drum conversion kit that lets a CP-563 run as a CS-563.

Across the generations the biggest change is the engine: the mechanical 3116T's fixed injection pump and manual valve-lash adjustment gave way to the 3056E's ECM-controlled fuel timing, alongside a larger fuel tank (254 L growing to roughly 300 L on E-series) and a smaller, higher-pressure hydraulic reservoir. The dual-pump, dual-motor hydrostatic drive, dual-amplitude eccentric weight vibratory system, and NoSPIN rear axle carried through largely unchanged, so compaction performance and drivetrain layout stayed consistent while emissions compliance and diagnostics moved from purely mechanical to electronic. For today's used and parts market that split matters: mechanical 3116T parts and E-series 3056E/ECM parts are not interchangeable, so buyers need to confirm the serial prefix and engine family before ordering. The CS-563/CP-563's simple, well-documented drivetrain and long production run keep parts demand steady, particularly for eccentric weight bearings, propel pump and motor seal kits, drum scraper hardware, and NoSPIN differential components.

Below: full specifications, fluids & capacities, the factory service schedule, common service parts, verified fault codes, what owners discuss, attachment guidance, the complete assembly directory, and a serial-number reference. Complete parts lists with full OEM part numbers, exploded diagrams, quantities, and fitment data are available free in Heavy Parts AI.

Caterpillar CS-563 specifications

Engine

Engine model (base/C/D-series, mid-1980s–~2000)Cat 3116T turbocharged diesel, mechanical fuel system
Gross power (base/C/D-series)115.5 kW / 145 hp @ 2200 rpm, SAE J1349 gross flywheel rating
Displacement (base/C/D-series)6.6 L / 403 cu in
Cylinders / bore x stroke (base/C/D-series)6 cylinders, 105 mm x 127 mm (4.12" x 5.0"), 4-stroke cycle
Emissions tier (base/C/D-series)Pre-emissions-regulation mechanical diesel; no certification tier listed
Engine model (E-series, 2003 on)Cat 3056E ATAAC turbocharged electronic diesel
Gross power (E-series)112 kW / 150 hp @ 2200 rpm gross; net power 106-107 kW / 142-143 hp depending on standard (SAE J1349, ISO 9249, EEC 80/1269)
Displacement (E-series)5.98 L / 365 cu in
Cylinders / bore x stroke (E-series)6 cylinders, 100 mm x 127 mm (3.94" x 5.0"), 4-stroke cycle
Emissions tier (E-series)Certified to US EPA 40 CFR 89.112 Tier 2 and EU 97/68/EC Stage 2

Weights

Operating weight, CS-563 standard (base/C-series, w/ ROPS canopy)11 130 kg / 24,500 lb
Operating weight, CS-563 w/ optional leveling blade (base/C-series)12 130 kg / 26,700 lb
Shipping weight, CS-563 standard (base/C-series)10 900 kg / 24,000 lb
Shipping weight, CS-563 w/ blade (base/C-series)11 900 kg / 26,200 lb
Operating weight, CS-563Dapprox. 11 210 kg / 24,725 lb, close to the base-series figure - treat as normal configuration variance, not a different machine
Operating weight, CS-563E, open platform10 900 kg / 24,035 lb
Operating weight, CS-563E, ROPS/FOPS canopy11 120 kg / 24,520 lb
Operating weight, CS-563E, ROPS/FOPS cab11 450 kg / 25,247 lb
Operating weight, CS-563E w/ leveling blade11 770 kg / 25,953 lb
Operating weight, CS-563E w/ padfoot shell kit12 780 kg / 28,180 lb
Operating weight, CS-563E w/ blade and shell kit13 420 kg / 29,591 lb
Weight at drum (base/C-series)5950 kg / 13,073 lb
Weight at drum (E-series, ROPS/FOPS canopy)5840 kg / 12,877 lb
Static linear load at drum (base/C-series)28 kg/cm / 155 lb/in static; 106 kg/cm / 595 lb/in dynamic (centrifugal)
Static linear load at drum (E-series)27.4 kg/cm / 153.3 lb/in

Dimensions

Transport length (base/C/D-series)5258 mm / 17'3"
Transport width (base/C/D-series)2438 mm / 8'0"
Transport height (base/C/D-series)2997 mm / 9'10"
Transport length (E-series)5.76 m / 18'11" (6.3 m / 20'8" with leveling blade fitted)
Transport width (E-series)2.29 m / 7'6" (2.5 m / 8'2" with leveling blade fitted)
Transport height (E-series)3.06 m / 10'1" at ROPS/FOPS canopy; 3.07 m / 10'1" at cab
Dimensions noteOverall length/width shift noticeably between the base/C/D-series and the E-series (length grew, width narrowed); this is a genuine chassis redesign, not a data error - use the figures matching the correct series
Wheelbase (E-series)2.90 m / 9'6" - not published for base/C/D-series literature
Ground clearance (E-series)448 mm / 17.6"
Curb clearance (E-series)497 mm / 19.6"
Drum width (all series)2134 mm / 84" (7'0")
Drum diameter, smooth CS drum (all series)1524 mm / 60"
Drum shell thickness (base/C-series)25 mm / 1"
Drum shell thickness (E-series)30 mm / 1.2"
Axle width (base/C-series)reported inconsistently within the same factory brochure - 1675 mm/5'6" in the axle/drivetrain text vs 2134 mm/7'0" in the dimension diagram; likely axle-housing width vs overall track width - verify against the specific machine
Minimum turning radius, inside/outside drum edge (base/C-series)3800 mm / 12'6" inside; 6170 mm / 20'3" outside
Minimum turning radius, inside/outside (E-series)3.68 m / 12'1" inside; 5.81 m / 19'1" outside

Performance

Travel speed, 1st/low range (base/C/D-series)0-6.4 km/h / 4.0 mph
Travel speed, 2nd/high range (base/C/D-series)0-12.8 km/h / 8.0 mph
Gross gradeability (base/C/D-series, calculated)47%, forward tractive effort under ideal conditions - actual field gradeability varies with job conditions
Travel speed, low range (CS-563E)5.7 km/h / 3.5 mph
Travel speed, high range (CS-563E)11.4 km/h / 7.0 mph
Gradeability (E-series)no percentage figure published; factory selection chart ranks the CS-563E's gradeability at the top of its class among the 500E-Series smooth-drum lineup
Vibration frequency (base/C/D-series)23.3-30 Hz / 1400-1800 vpm, independent of engine rpm
Vibration frequency (E-series)31.9 Hz / 1914 vpm standard; 23.3-31.9 Hz / 1400-1914 vpm with optional variable-frequency control
Nominal amplitude, high/low (base/C/D-series)1.70 mm / .067" high; 1.19 mm / .047" low
Nominal amplitude, high/low (E-series)1.7 mm / .067" high; 0.85 mm / .033" low
Centrifugal force, max/min (base/C/D-series)22 680 kgf / 50,000 lbf max; 15 900 kgf / 35,000 lbf min, at 1800 vpm
Centrifugal force, max/min (E-series)266 kN / 60,000 lbf max; 133 kN / 30,000 lbf min, at 1914 vpm

Service capacities (summary)

Fuel tank (base/C/D-series)254 L / 67 gal
Fuel tank (E-series)300 L / 79 gal usable, 330 L / 87 gal total tank capacity
Cooling system (base/C/D-series)38 L / 10 gal
Cooling system (E-series)26 L / 6.9 gal
Engine oil / crankcase (base/C/D-series)15.1 L / 4 gal
Engine oil w/filter (E-series)12.1 L / 3.2 gal, 500-hour change interval
Hydraulic system (base/C/D-series)132 L / 35 gal
Hydraulic tank (E-series)64 L / 16.9 gal
Vibratory bearing lube (base/C/D-series)54.7 L / 14.5 gal
Eccentric weight housings (E-series)26 L / 6.9 gal, 3-year/3000-hour service interval
Differential & final drives (base/C/D-series)16.0 L / 4.25 gal
Axle & final drives (E-series)18 L / 4.8 gal

Values vary by configuration, region, and serial range — confirm against your machine before planning transport or lifts.

CS-563 fluids & capacities

SystemCapacityRecommended fluid
Engine crankcase (with filter) - Cat 3116T turbocharged diesel15.1 L (4.0 US gal)Cat DEO (Diesel Engine Oil). SAE 10W-30 multigrade preferred across -18 degC to 40 degC ambient; SAE 15W-40 for general warm-climate duty; consult the viscosity chart for cold-start grades below -18 degC.
Cooling system38 L (10.0 US gal)Cat DEAC (Diesel Engine Antifreeze/Coolant), full-strength, standard factory fill for this era; do not mix with Cat ELC (Extended Life Coolant) if a later conversion was done on the machine - top off with the coolant already in the system.
Fuel tank254 L (67.0 US gal)No. 2-D distillate diesel per Cat fuel spec; use ultra-low-sulfur diesel where required by local emissions regulation.
Power train - differential and final drives16.0 L (4.25 US gal) combinedCat TDTO (Transmission/Drive Train Oil). SAE 10W, 30, or 50 single-/multigrade chosen by ambient temperature; same oil family services the powershift transmission, final drives, and wet brakes.
Vibratory mechanism - drum eccentric-weight bearing lube54.7 L (14.5 US gal)Cat TDTO, same grade selection as the power train fill; Cat's drive-train-oil family covers drum bearing lubrication on this compactor class.
Hydraulic system (tank, lines, cylinders)132 L (35.0 US gal)Cat TDTO on many machines of this generation, shared with the power-train fill; some configurations spec Cat HYDO hydraulic oil instead - varies by configuration/series, confirm against the specific machine's OMM before a large top-off.
Grease - chassis, pivot pins, articulation points (spec only)not capacity-rated, service-interval itemCat Multipurpose Grease (Cat MPGM), NLGI 2 for general duty; Cat Desert Gold grease in sustained high heat, Cat Arctic Platinum grease in sustained sub-zero cold, per Cat's grease selection guidance.

Capacities are refill values from factory literature — always fill to the dipstick/sight gauge, not the number.

Caterpillar CS-563 maintenance schedule

Service intervalTasks
Every 10 h
  • Check engine oil level with the dipstick before starting the engine each day.
  • Check coolant level in the expansion tank and hydraulic oil level at the sight gauges.
  • Test the backup alarm, instrument gauges, indicator lights, and neutral start switch, and inspect the seat belt for wear.
  • Weekly, grease the leveling blade cylinder pivots and both steering cylinder ends.
  • Weekly, drain water and sediment from the fuel tank and check tire inflation pressure, accounting for the factory liquid ballast.
Every 250 h
  • At the initial 250 hours, change the rear axle differential oil, both final drive planetary oils (axle and drum), and the vibratory support housing oil to clear out break-in wear debris.
  • Check the rear axle oil level and both final drive planetary oil levels.
  • Inspect and adjust the alternator drive belt and, if equipped, the air-conditioner compressor belt.
  • Pull an engine oil sample and a Level 1 coolant sample for S·O·S analysis.
  • Inspect the drum platform isolation mounts for cracking or splitting, replacing all of them if two or more show damage.
  • Check the vibratory support housing oil level.
Every 500 h
  • Change engine oil and replace both spin-on engine oil filters.
  • Replace the fuel system primary filter element and prime the fuel system before restarting.
  • Pull oil samples from the rear axle differential, the hydraulic system, and the vibratory support housing.
  • Clean and check the batteries and tighten the battery hold-down retainers.
Every 1,000 h
  • Change hydraulic system oil and replace both hydraulic oil filter elements.
  • Replace the hydraulic tank breather and clean the hydraulic tank inlet strainer.
  • Change the rear axle oil and both final drive planetary oils again, and pull final drive oil samples from the axle and the drum.
  • Have a dealer technician check and adjust engine valve lash and injector fuel timing on mechanically governed 3116T engines.
  • Clean or replace the cooling system pressure cap and inspect the ROPS structure for cracks or loose mounting bolts.
  • Verify vibratory drum frequency holds at or above 1450 VPM under load.
Every 2,000 h
  • Clean the engine crankcase breather annually.
  • Inspect the crankshaft vibration damper every two years for cracking, bulging, or loose mounting bolts.
Every 3,000 h
  • Replace the cooling system water temperature regulator and inspect the engine water pump for shaft or seal leaks (every 3000 hours or 2 years).
  • Change the eccentric weight housing oil on each side of the drum; pull a pre-service sample and run the documented flush procedure if particle counts exceed the factory cleanliness limit (every 3000 hours or 3 years).
  • Add coolant Extender to cooling systems filled with Cat Extended Life Coolant (every 6000 hours or 3 years).
  • Fully change and flush Extended Life Coolant at 12,000 hours or 6 years.
  • Replace the seat belt three years from its install date regardless of accumulated hours.

Servicing the CS-563 beyond the schedule

Predictive Maintenance & Fluid Analysis

Build an S·O·S sampling routine around the CS-563's own ports: engine oil, rear axle differential, hydraulic system, and vibratory support housing samples every 500 hours, plus final drive planetary (axle and drum) samples every 1000 hours. Before an eccentric weight housing oil change, sample first; a particle count above ISO 23/21 flags a full flush rather than a simple drain and fill. Watch the vibratory tachometer or VPM gauge for frequency drift below 1450 VPM, an early sign of eccentric weight bearing wear or a failing hydrostatic vibratory pump.

Corrective & Common Repairs

Weak or no drum vibration on the CS-563 usually traces to the vibratory on/off solenoid at the propel lever, its wiring, or the hydrostatic vibratory pump rather than the eccentric weight itself. Propel pump relief valve wear shows up as sluggish high-range speed shifts or a loss of drum or wheel drive torque. E-series machines are more prone to drum drive planetary lockup. Check articulation pins and bushings for play, and reset flexible or steel drum scrapers before buildup glazes the drum shell.

Overhaul & Rebuild Points

Eccentric weight housing rebuilds follow a documented flush procedure, cycling filtered oil through both housings until cleanliness reaches ISO 18/13 before the final fill. When pulling final drive planetary drain plugs on the axle or drum, inspect for metal debris larger than 3 mm, a sign the planetary gearset needs teardown. The NoSPIN rear differential, the articulation yoke pins and bushings at the steering frame, and the drum bearing and seal sets are the other major wear points during a chassis overhaul.

Seasonal & Environment Servicing

Cold-start protection differs by series: mechanically governed 3116T machines may run an ether-assist canister, while ECM-equipped 3056E machines fitted with an air inlet heater must never receive ether. Protect the cooling system to the lowest expected ambient temperature and match engine and hydraulic oil viscosity grades to seasonal swings. Tire ballast is a calcium-chloride and water mix that needs its own antifreeze protection in winter. Never trigger the vibratory drum while the machine is stationary; the eccentric weight bearings are lubricated only by drum rotation.

CS-563 common service parts

Part numberPart
101-7664FilmCheck fitment →
4P-8681Film IdentificationCheck fitment →

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CS-563 fault codes & troubleshooting

CodeMeaningLikely causeWhat to do
CID 0100-FMI 03Engine oil pressure sensor: voltage above normalOpen circuit or short to supply voltage in the oil pressure sensor wiring or connectorInspect sensor connector and harness for damage or corrosion, verify sensor supply voltage, replace sensor if wiring checks out good
CID 0100-FMI 04Engine oil pressure sensor: voltage below normal / low oil pressure indicatedShort to ground in the sensor circuit, or a cracked/failed oil pressure sensorCheck wiring for a short to ground, inspect and replace the oil pressure sensor as needed, confirm actual oil pressure with a mechanical gauge before returning the machine to service
CID 0110-FMI 03Engine coolant temperature sensor: voltage above normalOpen circuit or short to supply in the coolant temperature sensor circuitInspect sensor connector and harness, test sensor resistance against specification, replace sensor if out of range
CID 0110-FMI 00Engine coolant temperature: data above normal range (high coolant temperature)Low coolant level, debris-blocked radiator core, slipping or failed fan drive, or a stuck thermostatCheck coolant level and radiator condition, verify fan operation, inspect the thermostat
CID 0102-FMI 03Boost/inlet manifold pressure sensor: voltage above normalDamaged harness or connector at the ATAAC boost pressure sensor, or a failed sensorInspect wiring and connector for damage, test sensor output against specification, replace sensor if faulty
CID 0174-FMI 03Fuel temperature sensor: voltage above normalOpen or shorted wiring at the fuel temperature sensor near the fuel injection pumpInspect sensor and harness, test sensor resistance, replace sensor if out of specification
CID 0190-FMI 08Engine speed/timing sensor: abnormal frequency or intermittent signalWorn or displaced timing sensor, excessive sensor air gap, or a wiring faultCheck sensor air gap and mounting, inspect wiring and connectors, replace sensor if signal stays erratic

Codes and remedies are general guidance for this model family — always confirm with diagnostic tooling and your dealer before major repairs.

CS-563 attachments & work tools

Smooth drum (CS-563) vs padfoot shell configuration

Base machine ships as CS-563 smooth-drum for granular/cohesionless soils. A bolt-on padfoot shell kit converts the drum for cohesive/semi-cohesive material compaction, effectively creating the CP-563 padfoot configuration on the same chassis. Drum width is 2134 mm (84 in) across smooth and padfoot versions.

Drum shell and pad dimensions

Smooth-drum diameter runs about 1524 mm (60 in) over the shell with roughly 30 mm (1.2 in) shell thickness; padfoot units measure closer to 1295 mm (51 in) over the drum body and about 1549 mm (61 in) over the pads, with a thinner shell around 25 mm (1 in). Exact figures vary by series (C/D/E) and source.

Drum shell mounting

The padfoot shell kit is a bolt-on assembly that mounts to the drum body with its own mounting hardware; there is no quick-attach/skid-steer style coupler on this class of single-drum soil compactor. Kits are painted to match factory finish and are designed to accept OEM-style scraper/cleaner bar hardware.

Scraper/cleaner bars

Drum-mounted scraper (bumper) bars are used with both smooth and padfoot shells to keep the drum face clear of built-up material during compaction. Exact bar profile and mounting differ between smooth-shell and pad-shell setups; consult the parts book for the specific drum shell fitted.

Vibratory system and amplitude control

The compactor uses a dual-amplitude, eccentric-weight vibratory system with high and low centrifugal force settings selectable from the operator's station, independent of engine rpm. Reported centrifugal force is roughly 107 kN (24,000 lbf) high and 53-54 kN (12,000 lbf) low; nominal vibration frequency is about 30-32 Hz, with later E-series machines offering a variable range of roughly 23-32 Hz (1400-1914 vpm) versus a fixed frequency on earlier prefix ranges. Treat exact force/frequency numbers as varying by series and pump configuration.

ROPS/cab options

A two-post ROPS/FOPS canopy is standard, bolting to frame-integral flanges. A bolt-on ROPS/FOPS enclosed cab is offered as a factory option, with improved rear glass area for visibility; open-canopy and enclosed-cab versions were both produced across the model run.

Engine

CS-563/CP-563 (through the D and E series reviewed) use the Cat 3116T turbocharged diesel rated around 115.5 kW (145-150 hp); do not substitute later-series engine data from unrelated Cat compactor model numbers.

Tire and undercarriage notes

The rear axle rides on articulated-frame rubber tires (reported around 23.1x26 size in some spec sheets); this is a rigid smooth/pad drum on the front module with an articulated rubber-tired rear module, standard for this compactor class.

All CS-563 assemblies by section

Every catalogued assembly group for the Caterpillar CS-563. Open an assembly to preview the parts inside — full OEM part numbers are available in Heavy Parts AI.

Air Inlet And Exhaust System
7c9756 Air Cleaner Gp
7c5624 Cartridge Gp-Turbocharger
4p4686 Cartridge Gp-Turbocharger*R
6i2278 Cartridge Gp-Turbocharger*R
1n4877 Cover Gp-Inlet Manifold
1w6029 Lines Gp-Air
1w6030 Lines Gp-Turbocharger Oil
7w9248 Manifold Gp-Exhaust
7W***48Manifold Group-Exhaust; Exhaust Manifold Group1
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4w3480 Manifold Gp-Inlet
4W***80Manifold Group-Inlet; Inlet Manifold Group1
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4m0310 Precleaner As
1003157 Heater Gp-Air Inlet
4p4682 Turbocharger Gp*R
9y6746 Turbocharger Gp
4p4684 Turbocharger Gp
4p2120 Turbocharger Gp
Basic Engine
7c5467 Adapter Gp-Fan
2w9608 Camshaft Gp-Single
4w3462 Carrier Gp-Seal
4W***62Carrier Group-Seal; Carrier Group (Seal)1
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7e2986 Cover Gp-Cylinder Block
7c0299 Cover Gp-Cylinder Block
7C***99Cover Group-Cylinder Block; Cylinder Block Cover Group1
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7l0004 Cover Gp-Front
7L***04Cover Group-Front; (Front Housing)1
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4w2172 Cover Gp-Valve Mechanism
4W***72Cover Group-Valve Mechanism; Valve Mechanism Cover Group1
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4w2197 Crankshaft Gp
4W***97Crankshaft Group; Crankshaft Group1
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2w9746 Cylinder Block Gp*R
1004948 Cylinder Block Gp
7c5826 Cylinder Block Gp
1291095 Cylinder Block Gp
9y6166 Cylinder Head As*R
1154107 Cylinder Head As
1154108 Cylinder Head As
1154165 Cylinder Head Gp*R
9y8871 Cylinder Head Gp
9y8850 Cylinder Head Gp*R
7c2428 Damper & Pulley Gp
7C***28Damper & Pulley Group; Damper And Pulley Group1
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7c4566 Drain Gp-Oil Pan
7C***66Drain Group-Oil Pan; -Magnetic Plug1
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7c4532 Drain Gp-Oil Pan
7C***32Drain Group-Oil Pan; Oil Pan Drain Group1
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7e8945 Drive Gp-Accessory
7c0044 Drive Gp-Fan
7C***44Drive Group-Fan; Fan Drive Group1
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9y2755 Flywheel Gp
2w8475 Gear Gp-Front
2W***75Gear Group-Front; Front Gear Group1
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1154175 Gear Gp-Front
9y4856 Housing Gp-Flywheel
7l0002 Housing Gp-Front
1127101 Interlock Gp-Vibr & Throttle
11***01Interlock Group-Vibr & Throttle1
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4w2515 Lifting Gp
4w0269 Pan Gp-Oil
7e1300 Piston & Rod Gp
7E***00Piston & Rod Group; Connecting Rod And Piston Group1
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1085758 Piston & Rod Gp
1154084 Piston & Rod Gp
7x8094 Power Gp-Part 2 Of 2
7x8094 Power Gp-Part 1 Of 2
4w5429 Pulley Gp-Crankshaft
4W***29Pulley Group-Crankshaft; Crankshaft Pulley Group1
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9y0757 Pulley Gp-Fan Drive
1077722 Rocker Arm Gp
7c6077 Rocker Arm Gp-Valve
4w1016 Seal Gp-Crankshaft
4p4372 Valve Mechanism Gp
4p4372 Mechanism Gp-Fuel Pump & Valve
Braking System
1092973 Control Gp-Service Brake
1069047 Lines Gp-Brake
1158488 Pump Gp-Brake
11***88Pump Group-Brake; -Parking Brake Release1
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1071107 Valve & Mtg Gp-Brake & Shift
10***07Valve & Mtg Group-Brake & Shift1
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Cooling System
4w2913 Cooler Gp-Engine Oil
7c6998 Drive Gp-Water Pump
7C***98Drive Group-Water Pump; Water Pump Drive Group1
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4w6620 Lines Gp-Water
7c6438 Pump Gp-Water
7c7030 Pump Gp-Water
7C***30Pump Group-Water; Water Pump Group1
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1019606 Radiator & Oil Cooler Gp
Electrical And Starting System
3e6329 Alarm Gp
1g8224 Alarm Gp-Back Up
9w3043 Alternator Gp-Charging*R
9W***43Alternator Group-Charging; (24-Volt, 52-Ampere)1
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1129326 Battery & Wiring Gp
1131993 Electrical Ar
11***43Wiring Group-Engine1
11***26Battery & Wiring Group1
11***45Wiring Group-Machine1
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1035545 Electrical Gp
9x1439 Lamp Gp-Flood
9X***39Lamp Group-Flood; -Rear-Ladder Access-Engine Work Light1
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7r4781 Light Gp
5e6579 Lighting Gp
7c3729 Pulley-Alternator
7c4028 Solenoid Gp-Shutoff
6r3273 Starting Aid Gp-Ether
7c0747 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
7C***47Starting Motor Group-Electric; Starting Motor Group (Electric) (24v)1
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1068557 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
10***57Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Robert Bosch)1
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1047040 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
10***40Starting Motor Group-Electric1
10***57Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Robert Bosch)1
6V***20Starting Motor Group-Electric; (Electric)1
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1068559 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
10***59Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Delco Remy)1
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8c4773 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
8C***73Starting Motor Group-Electric; Starting Motor Group (Robert Bosch)1
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3e2298 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
3E***98Starting Motor Group-Electric; Starting Motor Group (Delco Remy)1
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9x9995 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
3E***98Starting Motor Group-Electric; Starting Motor Group (Delco Remy)1
8C***73Starting Motor Group-Electric; Starting Motor Group (Robert Bosch)1
9X***95Starting Motor Group-Electric1
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1083858 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
3e1944 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
6v5720 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
6V***20Starting Motor Group-Electric; (Electric)1
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1068558 Starting Motor Gp-Electric*R
10***57Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Robert Bosch)1
10***58Starting Motor Group-Electric1
10***59Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Delco Remy)1
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8c4774 Starting Motor Gp-Electric*R
3E***44Starting Motor Group-Electric1
8C***73Starting Motor Group-Electric; Starting Motor Group (Robert Bosch)1
8C***74Starting Motor Group-Electric1
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7n0718 Switch As-Disconnect
7N***18Switch As-Disconnect; -Battery-Ground Level1
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1121534 Alarm Gp
1132042 Wiring Gp-Cab
1126543 Wiring Gp-Engine
1131545 Wiring Gp-Machine
Engine Arrangement
6i3038 Engine Ar-Part 2 Of 2
1W***29Lines Group-Air1
1W***30Lines Group-Turbocharger Oil1
4P***20Turbocharger Group1
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1117717 Engine Ar-Part 1 Of 2
11***17Engine Ar1
11***75Gear Group-Front1
13***10Breather Group; -Crankcase1
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10***32Pump Group-Fuel Injection6
10***58Piston & Rod Group6
11***17Engine Ar1
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1N***76Filter Group-Fuel1
1N***77Breather Group; Breather Group1
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Frame And Body
871788 Cap Gp-Hydraulic Oil
1100089 Counterweight Gp
1153368 Counterweight Gp
6r3242 Counterweight Gp
5e6525 Cylinder Gp-(Gas-Lift)
5e6527 Cylinder Gp-(Gas Lift)
1082081 Door Gp
1082080 Door Gp-Lh
6r2298 Door Gp-Lh
6r2299 Door Gp-Rh
1083934 Enclosure Gp
1032694 Enclosure Gp-Engine-Part 2 Of 2
1032694 Enclosure Gp-Engine-Part 1 Of 2
1122584 Fan Gp
1125036 Fender Gp-Wide
7x8142 Frame Gp
1g3165 Grill Gp-Blocker
5e6523 Guard Gp-Radiator
870776 Guard Gp-Transmission
08***76Guard Group-Transmission; Guard Gp-Transmission1
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5e6526 Hood & Guard Gp
5e6533 Pipe Gp-Stack
5e6576 Pulley Gp
1g8223 Rops Gp
1154906 Scraper Ar-Drum
11***36Scraper Group-Drum; -Front1
11***37Scraper Group-Drum; -Rear1
11***06Scraper Ar-Drum1
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1150536 Scraper Gp-Drum
1150537 Scraper Gp-Drum
1154054 Scraper Gp-Drum
869532 Scraper Gp-Rear
869534 Suppression Gp-Sound
08***34Suppression Group-Sound1
08***76Guard Group-Transmission; Guard Gp-Transmission1
10***34Enclosure Group1
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1029797 Tank & Mounting Gp-Fuel
9a3155 Tank As-Hydraulic
1g9757 Tank Gp-Hydraulic
Fuel System
1291102 Base Gp-Fuel Filter
7w6989 Control Gp-Fuel Injection
7W***89Control Group-Fuel Injection; Fuel Injection Control Group1
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7e9429 Control Gp-Governor
7e8794 Drive Gp-Governor & Transfer Pump
7E***94Drive Group-Gov & Transfer Pump1
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7w4812 Fastener Gp-Governor
7W***12Fastener Group-Governor; Fastener Group(Governor) (~1c K5811)1
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1047018 Filter Gp-Fuel
6i2693 Filter Gp-Fuel
6I***93Filter Group-Fuel; Fuel Filter Group (2z F3772-Up)1
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1n3476 Filter Gp-Fuel
1409008 Filter & Lines Gp-Fuel
7e7661 Governor Gp-Unit Injector
4P***12Governor Group-Unit Injector1
7E***61Governor Group-Unit Injector1
7W***12Fastener Group-Governor; Fastener Group(Governor) (~1c K5811)1
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4p5512 Governor Gp-Unit Injector
1006179 Governor Gp-Unit Injector
1314852 Governor Gp-Unit Injector
1019193 Lines Gp-Fuel
7c9651 Lines Gp-Fuel Filter
6i2420 Lines Gp-Fuel Filter
6I***20Lines Group-Fuel Filter; Fuel Filter Lines Group (1c K5248~)1
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7w8434 Lines Gp-Governor Oil
7W***34Lines Group-Governor Oil; Governor Oil Lines Group1
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7c1500 Pump Gp-Fuel Injection
7C***00Pump Group-Fuel Injection; Fuel Injection Punp Group1
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1077732 Pump Gp-Unit Injection
1077732 Pump Gp-Fuel Injection
8n5251 Pump Gp-Fuel Prime & Priming Filter
8N***51Pump Group-Fuel Prime & Prim Filter1
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8n3365 Pump Gp-Fuel Priming
8N***65Pump Group-Fuel Priming; Priming Pump-Fuel & Primary Filter1
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1291101 Valve Gp-Check
12***01Valve Group-Check; -Fuel-Fuel Filter1
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Hydraulic System
1038126 Blade Ar
10***08Lines Group-Blade1
10***24Valve & Mtg Group-Control1
10***95Blade Group-Compactor1
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1026595 Blade Gp-Compactor
7r2928 Blade Gp-Leveling
7r3147 Control Gp-Lever
1031976 Control Gp-Panel
7x8106 Control Gp-Speed & Direction
7X***06Control Group-Speed & Direction1
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7x8106 Control Gp-Propel
7X***06Control Group-Speed & Direction1
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1019607 Cylinder Gp-Mounting
1096704 Cylinder & Mounting Gp
1g7089 Cylinder As-Hydraulic-(Chg 00)
1096705 Cylinder Gp-Hydraulic-(Chg.01,02)
7r7638 Cylinder Gp-Hydraulic
7R***38Cylinder Group-Hydraulic; -Blade1
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1g8877 Filter & Mounting Gp
1g8877 Filter Gp-Mounting
1221786 Filter Gp-Oil
12***86Filter Group-Hydraulic; -Hydraulic1
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1031974 Hydraulic Ar
10***20Lines Group-Vibratory1
10***74Hydraulic Ar, Harness; Wire1
10***75Pump Group-Mounting1
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1023511 Hydraulic Ar-Propel
10***11Hydraulic Ar1
11***26Lines Group-Flushing1
11***87Valve & Mtg Group-Flushing1
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1031703 Hydraulic Ar-Auxiliary
10***76Valve & Mtg Group-Manifold1
10***77Lines Group-Cylinder1
10***07Cylinder & Mtg Group-Steering1
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1031872 Hydraulic Ar-Vibrat0ry
10***20Lines Group-Vibratory1
10***72Hydraulic Ar-Vibratory1
1G***54Valve Group-Vibratory1
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1024609 Lines Gp-Auxiliary
1024608 Lines Gp-Blade
1g9632 Lines Gp-Brake
1018477 Lines Gp-Cylinder
1g8876 Lines Gp-Filter
1101226 Lines Gp-Flushing
1029293 Lines Gp-Hydraulic Oil Cooler
10***93Lines Group-Hydraulic Oil Cooler1
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1g9631 Lines Gp-Propel-Part 1 Of 2
1g9631 Lines Gp-Propel
1g9631 Lines Gp-Propel-Part 2 Of 2
1g9127 Lines Gp-Pump
1g8355 Lines Gp-Vibratory
1024120 Lines Gp-Vibratory-Part 1 Of 2
1024120 Lines Gp-Vibratory-Part 2 Of 2
1015028 Motor Gp
1g9633 Motor Gp-Mounting
1154532 Control Gp-Panel
1g9634 Pump Gp-Mounting
1g8365 Pump Gp-Mounting
1029292 Pump Gp-Mounting
1g8365 Pump & Mounting Gp
1g8365 Pump & Mtg Gp-Vibratory
1g9634 Pump & Mounting Gp
1113244 Pump Gp-Hydraulic
1g8357 Pump Gp-Prelube
1079354 Pump Gp-Hydraulic
1129560 Pump Gp-Hydraulic
1g9788 Pump Gp-Hydraulic
1g8029 Pump Gp-Hydraulic
1079352 Pump Gp-Hydraulic
1g8029 Pump Gp-Hydraulic-Part 2 Of 2
1145602 Pump Gp
1079353 Pump Gp-Hydraulic
1031975 Pump Gp-Mounting
1g9720 Pump Gp-Hydraulic
7r3708 Rotary Gp
1g9630 Valve Gp-Mounting
1G***30Valve & Mtg Group-Brake & Shift1
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1025924 Valve & Mounting Gp
1105287 Valve & Mounting Gp
1018476 Valve & Mounting Gp
1g9128 Valve & Mounting Gp
7x8382 Valve Gp
1g9759 Valve Gp-Brake/Shift
1024152 Valve Gp-Control
1167547 Valve Gp-Control
6r2974 Valve Gp-Control
1105286 Valve Gp-Flushing
1g8354 Valve Gp-Vibrat0ry
1g8364 Valve Gp-Vibratory
Lubrication System
1314810 Breather Gp
1n3477 Breather Gp
7e3626 Filler Gp-Oil
6i4515 Filler Gp-Oil
7c0271 Filter Gp-Engine Oil
7w8420 Fumes Disposal Gp
7W***20Fumes Disposal Group; Fumes Disposal Group1
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1322792 Gauge Gp-Oil Level (Dipstick)
13***92Gauge Group-Oil Level (Dipstick); -Engine1
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6i2685 Gauge Gp-Oil Level (Dipstick)
6I***85Gauge Group-Oil Level (Dipstick)1
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4w2914 Lines Gp-Engine Oil
1192924 Pump Gp-Engine Oil
2w8625 Pump Gp-Engine Oil*R
4w2195 Pump Gp-Engine Oil
4W***95Pump Group-Engine Oil; Engine Oil Pump Group1
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Machine Arrangement
1109430 Conversion Gp-Machine
08***17Film-Instruction; (Manuals Inside)1
10***75Pipe-Exhaust1
10***01Axle Group1
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5e9748 General Ar
10***11Hydraulic Ar1
10***03Hydraulic Ar-Auxiliary1
10***72Hydraulic Ar-Vibratory1
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5e9747 General Ar
10***11Hydraulic Ar1
10***03Hydraulic Ar-Auxiliary1
10***72Hydraulic Ar-Vibratory1
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Operator Station
6w8505 Adjuster Gp-Seat
6W***05Adjuster Group-Seat; -Suspension1
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1g4080 Cab Ar
08***28Cylinder Group-Mounting1
08***31Lines Group-Heater1
10***77Control Group-Steering1
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7r5531 Cab Ar
08***27Enclosure Group1
08***28Cylinder Group-Mounting1
08***29Mounting Group-Cab1
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5e5209 Cab Gp-Part 1 Of 4
1g4021 Cab Gp-Part 3 Of 4
5e5209 Cab Gp-Part 2 Of 4
1g4021 Cab Gp-Part 2 Of 4
5e5209 Cab Gp-Part 4 Of 4
5e5209 Cab Gp-Part 3 Of 4
1g4021 Cab Gp-Part 4 Of 4
1g4021 Cab Gp-Part 1 Of 4
1154531 Control Gp-Panel
1031977 Control Gp-Panel
1018677 Control Gp-Steering
5e5445 Cover Gp
6w2520 Cushion As-Arm-Lh
6w2519 Cushion As-Arm-Rh
869528 Cylinder Gp-Mounting
1086141 Door Gp
5e5456 Door Gp
869527 Enclosure Gp
1039121 Enclosure Gp-Cab
5e5957 Fill Gp-Hydraulic
1087735 Guard Gp-Vandalism
1g6588 Handle Gp-Control
1g3751 Heater Gp
1129156 Horn Gp-Electric
7r6606 Lever As
7r5703 Lever Gp
869531 Lines Gp-Heater
1018870 Lines Gp-Steering
1018797 Lines Gp-Steering
5e5487 Mirror Gp-Lh
5e5486 Mirror Gp-Rh
1g3980 Mounting Gp-Cab
869529 Mounting Gp-Cab
1032681 Operator Gp
1036153 Panel Gp-Instrument
1099768 Panel Gp-Instrument
1g9046 Panel Gp-Instrument
1g9787 Pump Gp-Hand
9c5986 Seat Gp-Suspension
9v8184 Seat Gp
9c4449 Seat Gp-Adjustable
9c8194 Seat Gp-Adjustable
6w8502 Suspension Gp-Seat-Part 1 Of 2
9v7924 Suspension Gp-Seat-Part 2 Of 2
9v7924 Suspension Gp-Seat-Part 1 Of 2
6w8502 Suspension Gp-Seat-Part 2 Of 2
9g7641 Switch Gp-Start
9G***41Switch Group-Start; -Engine, Key-Vims Service1
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9v9848 Visor Gp-Cab
5e5841 Wiper Gp-Front
5E***41Wiper Group-Front1
5E***42Bracket1
5E***44Link1
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5e5835 Wiper Gp-Rear
5E***35Wiper Group-Rear1
5E***36Wiper Group-Windshield1
5E***40Blade As-Wiper1
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5e5836 Wiper Gp-Windshield
1122025 Wiring Gp-Platform-Part 2 Of 2
1122025 Wiring Gp-Platform-Part 1 Of 2
1122025 Wiring Gp-Platform - Part 1 Of 2
1122025 Wiring Gp-Platform - Part 2 Of 2
Power Train
1177532 Axle Gp-Part 1 Of 2
1177530 Axle Gp-Part 2 Of 2
1177531 Axle Gp-Part 1 Of 2
1177530 Axle Gp-Part 1 Of 2
1177532 Axle Gp-Part 2 Of 2
1030801 Axle Gp-Part 1 Of 2
1030801 Axle Gp-Part 2 Of 2
1177531 Axle Gp-Part 2 Of 2
7x8052 Axle Gp-Drive-Part 2 Of 2
7x8052 Axle Gp-Drive-Part 1 Of 2
1124526 Brake & Axle Gp
1154905 Bumper Gp-Drum
7x8448 Drive Gp-Pump
1124722 Drive Gp-Pump
7x8095 Drive Train Gp
7x8138 Drum Gp-Drive & Vibratory
7x8135 Drum Gp-Drive & Vibratory
1g6990 Drum Gp-Padded-Part 2 Of 2
1032688 Drum Gp-Padded
7r5532 Drum Gp-Padded
1g6990 Drum Gp-Padded-Part 1 Of 2
1159442 Drum Gp-Smooth
1g6988 Drum Gp-Smooth-Part 2 Of 2
1g6988 Drum Gp-Smooth-Part 1 Of 2
1032690 Drum Gp-Smooth
7r5530 Drum Gp-Smooth
1g8830 Gear Box Gp
7x8144 Gearbox Gp
1g9729 Kit-Drum
1093261 Motor Gp
7r4061 Motor Gp
7x8133 Motor Gp-Hydraulic-Fixed Displacement*R
7X***33Motor Group-Hydraulic-Fixed Displacement*R1
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1149044 Scraper Gp-Drum
7x8100 Frame Gp
7x8102 Wheel & Tire Gp
7x8101 Wheel & Tire Gp
Service Equipment And Supplies
1g7984 Film Gp-Portuguese
1078697 Film Gp
03***91Pop - Rivet (To Secure Safety Lable)4
10***58Film-Instruction; (Operator)1
10***97Film Group1
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868909 Film Gp-English
868910 Film Gp-French
7r9852 Film Gp-German
1g7985 Film Gp-Italian
1117845 Film Gp-Russian
871224 Film Gp-Spanish
1g9480 Finish Gp
1g9481 Finish Gp
1G***81Finish Group-Name Plates & Films1
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Names Plates & Films
10***64Film; (Identification) (Engine Oil Filter)1
3N***69Tag-Instruction; (Engine Prestart)(English And Spanish)1
4P***81Film Identification; (Oil Filter) (On Oil Filter)1
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1032532 Plate Gp-Certification
08***17Tack-Fastener4
10***32Plate Group-Certification; (Certification)1
4B***58Screw (Identification Plate) Mounting4
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CS-563 serial number reference

The PIN plate on a CS-563-family compactor is riveted to the main frame, typically near the articulation joint or on the frame rail below the operator's platform, with the number often duplicated by a frame stamping as a backup. Read the first three characters as the plant/serial-break prefix that ties the unit to a specific model generation and manual set, then the digits that follow as the sequential unit number within that prefix block (for example 2RZ00754 is unit 754 in the 2RZ block). Always match the full prefix, not just the model name, when ordering parts or pulling a service manual, since the same CS-563 model designation spans several unrelated prefix blocks across its generations.

PrefixIdentifies
8XFCS-563 (base, no letter suffix)
7GGCS-563 (base, no letter suffix)
1YJCS-563 (base, no letter suffix)
5AJCS-563 (base, no letter suffix)
4KNCS-563C
9MWCS-563D
2RZCS-563D / CS-563DAW configuration
5LZCS-563D
1SZCS-563D
9ZWCS-563D
ASACS-563E
CNGCS-563E

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the Caterpillar CS-563 have?

Base, C, and D-series CS-563/CP-563 compactors run a Cat 3116T mechanical turbocharged diesel rated near 145-153 hp (108-114 kW). The 2003-2007 E-series switched to the electronically controlled Cat 3056E ATAAC turbocharged diesel, also rated around 150 hp, with an engine ECM replacing the mechanical injection pump.

What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar CS-563?

Operating weight runs roughly 11,100-11,800 kg (24,500-26,000 lb) for the smooth-drum CS-563 and about 11,600-12,200 kg (25,500-27,000 lb) for the padfoot CP-563, depending on series and whether the leveling blade or ROPS cab is fitted.

What replaced the Caterpillar CS-563?

Caterpillar did not carry the CS-563 designation past the E-series. No factory documentation ties it to a direct one-for-one successor; the CS56 smooth-drum compactor occupies a similar weight class in Caterpillar's current lineup, but treat any CS-563-to-CS56 parts crossover as unconfirmed rather than a documented product succession.

What CS-563 owners discuss

The drum won't vibrate, or vibration is weak, on a CS-563/CS-563E. What usually causes this?
Owners report this comes down to three areas, worked in order: electrical first (blown fuse, damaged or chafed wiring to the vibratory solenoid, or a burnt solenoid coil from a wiring fault feeding it full battery voltage), then hydraulics (vibratory pump or motor wear, or low oil in the tank), then a mechanical check of the exciter shaft bearings inside the drum. One documented field fix was a burnt vibration-pump solenoid caused by a chafed wire shorting to full 24V supply; repairing the wiring and replacing the solenoid restored normal operation. Confirm hydraulic pressures at the vibratory pump before condemning the pump itself, since a wiring fault is the cheaper and more common culprit.
What's the deal with propel pump pressure on these machines?
CS-563 owners report the propel circuit can build excessive pressure at the pump, enough to blow out O-rings and damage the pressure test port over repeated cycles. The usual root cause is a stuck or malfunctioning pressure relief valve on the propel pump rather than the pump itself. Confirm relief valve function and correct pressure settings before replacing O-rings, or the failure repeats. This is a hydraulic pressure-system check — have your dealer verify relief valve settings and pump pressures before returning the machine to service.
Are drum drive planetary failures a known issue?
Yes, operators and techs have flagged drum drive planetary lockup as a recurring failure mode on CS-563E-generation machines. Early symptoms are unusual drivetrain noise or resistance in drum propel before a full lockup. Because this sits in the final drive between the propel motor and the drum, a lockup effectively immobilizes propulsion on that end. Treat any new noise, heat, or drag from the drum-side final drive as a reason to pull it apart and inspect rather than run it to failure.
What engine quirks should I expect depending on which generation CS-563 I have?
Base, C, and D-series machines run the mechanical, turbocharged Cat 3116/3116T — a common industrial engine across that era known for injector sleeve/cup sealing issues that show up as coolant intrusion into the fuel system if not caught early; otherwise it's a straightforward mechanical diesel with no electronic diagnostics to lean on. The E-series (2003 and later) switched to the electronically controlled, turbocharged-aftercooled Cat 3056E ATAAC with an ECM, giving you fault codes and easier troubleshooting but adding sensor and wiring-harness failure points that didn't exist on the earlier mechanical engines. Know which generation you're working on before ordering injector or sensor parts — the two engine families don't share components.
What electrical or sensor problems come up most on the E-series compactors?
On the electronically controlled machines, the general rule owners follow is: an out-of-range reading at the ECM doesn't automatically mean the sensor is bad. Chafed wiring, corroded connectors, and poor grounds cause the same fault codes as a failed sensor and are more common. On dual-amplitude models specifically, a damaged switch or a short in that wiring can cause the drum to vibrate even with the switch in the off position, which is a wiring/switch fault rather than a hydraulic one. Always inspect connectors and grounds before swapping the sensor or switch itself.
What undercarriage and wear patterns are typical for this machine type?
Inside the drum, the eccentric weight shaft rides on bearings that take continuous vibration and heat load; these are a frequent wear/failure point and reduced or erratic vibration output is often traced back here rather than to the pump. The articulation joint is built with sealed-for-life pins and bushings at both the steering pins and the center oscillation pin, but real-world listings show these do eventually wear and get replaced despite the sealed-for-life design, especially on machines run hard on rocky or uneven grade. Track drum shell thickness over time too — it's a straightforward wear gauge and uneven thickness loss across the drum points to alignment or bearing problems rather than normal wear.
What should I check before buying a used CS-563?
Confirm the serial prefix first so you know which engine and generation you're actually buying (mechanical 3116/3116T vs electronic 3056E with ECM) — sellers don't always list this clearly. Run the engine and watch for smoke or blow-by, then cycle the vibratory system through both amplitude settings under load, since some wiring and bearing faults only show up once vibration is engaged. Check drum shell thickness and look for uneven wear, inspect the articulation pins/bushings for play despite their sealed-for-life design, and pull hydraulic pressure readings at the propel pump if the machine has any history of drivetrain complaints. Get maintenance and fault-code history if it's an E-series unit. Have your dealer verify hydraulic pressures and any ECM fault history before finalizing the purchase.

Compiled from owner and technician discussions across the industry — experiences vary by serial range and machine history.

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