GLOBAL SERVICE TRAINING

374F / 390F Hydraulic Excavator

Introduction
TEXT REFERENCE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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COMPETENCY STATEMENT ..................................................................................................... 6
LEARNING OUTCOMES ............................................................................................................ 7
LEARNING OUTCOMES (CONTINUED).................................................................................... 8
INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................... 9
374F AND 390F MACHINE WALKAROUND............................................................................. 15
MACHINE LEFT - SIDE COMPARTMENT AND COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION .................. 16
SERVICE ACCESS PANELS BENEATH THE UPPER STRUCTURE ...................................... 21
MACHINE RIGHT SIDE - COMPARTMENT AND COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ............... 31
374F SERVICE PLATFORM - COMPARTMENT/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION................. 40
390F SERVICE PLATFORM - COMPARTMENT/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION .................45
CONCLUSION........................................................................................................................... 56

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SAFETY BRIEFING
• Emergency Phone Numbers
• First Aid Responders
• Location of Exits
• Location of Fire Extinguisher
• Room Alerts or Hazards
• Designated Location for Evacuation
• Storm Shelter
• Hazardous Material

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SAFETY BRIEFING

Before beginning this module, the following topics will be reviewed:

• Emergency Phone Numbers
• First Aid Responders
• Location of Exits
• Location of Fire Extinguisher
• Room Alerts or Hazards
• Designated Location for Evacuation
• Storm Shelter
• Hazardous Material

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PURPOSE

This course is designed to prepare participants to

quickly and accurately diagnose problems, to test
and properly adjust components in all major machine
systems, and to demonstrate knowledge of the
methods and strategies used in the major systems of
the 374F and 390F Hydraulic Excavator.

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PURPOSE

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REASON

It is necessary for participants to quickly and accurately

diagnose problems, to test and properly adjust
components, and to possess knowledge of component
and systems operation and the strategies used in all
of the 374F and 390F Hydraulic Excavator systems
in order for participants to provide effective customer
service, which enhances customer satisfaction.

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REASON

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COURSE COMPETENCY STANDARD

At the completion of this course, participants will be able to
quickly and accurately diagnose problems, demonstrate
the ability to test and properly adjust components
during lab exercises, and demonstrate knowledge of
component and systems operation and the strategies
used in all of the 374F and 390F Hydraulic Excavator
systems during classroom post assessments with at
least 80% accuracy.

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COMPETENCY STATEMENT

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LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to locate and identify major
machine components, test and adjust machine systems and components, and
explain electronic and hydraulic strategies and systems operation of the following:
• Operator’s station and all machine controls.
• Machine electronic control system and to demonstrate practical knowledge and
use of the F-Series monitor.
• C15 and C 18 Tier 4 Final engines and to demonstrate knowledge of the fuel,
cooling, and air systems.
• Engine emissions system and to demonstrate knowledge of the emissions
strategies used for the C15 and C18 Tier 4 Final engines.
• C15 and C18 Tier II and Tier III LRC engines and to demonstrate knowledge of
the fuel, cooling, and air systems.
• Hydraulic cooling fan system, to test and properly adjust fan speed, and to
demonstrate knowledge of the strategies for controlling fan speed and the
reversing fan feature.
• Pilot hydraulic system and to test and properly adjust components in the system.

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LEARNING OUTCOMES

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LEARNING OUTCOMES (CONTINUED)

• Electronically controlled main hydraulic pumps and to test pump flow rates.
• Adaptive Control System (ACS) main hydraulic control valve, to test and
calibrate certain components on the valve, and to demonstrate knowledge of the
methods and strategies used to control hydraulic system functions.
• Boom, stick, and bucket hydraulic circuits, to test and properly adjust certain
components in these circuits, and to demonstrate knowledge of the strategies
used to control implement circuit functions.
• Swing hydraulic system, to test and properly adjust certain components in the
system, and to demonstrate knowledge of the strategies used during operation
of the swing function.
• Travel hydraulic system, to test and properly adjust certain components in the
system, and to demonstrate knowledge of the strategies used during operation
of the travel function.

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LEARNING OUTCOMES (CONTINUED)

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• 374F and 390F are direct
replacements for the 374D and
390D machines
• C15 and C18 ACERT technology
engines with MEUI fuel systems
• Meet US EPA Tier 4 Final
emission standards, EU Stage IV
emission regulations, and MLIT
Step 4 emission standards
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INTRODUCTION
This presentation discusses the major design features and changes, the location
and identification of major machine components and service points, and the
operation of all major components and systems of the 374F and 390F Hydraulic
Excavators.
The 374F and 390F Hydraulic Excavators are direct replacements for the 374D and
390D Hydraulic Excavators. These machines are similar in appearance to the
D-Series machines. The operator's stations and controls are upgraded to the
F-Series cab. Cab upgrades include the F-Series monitor, a wider seat with
heating and cooling options, height adjustable consoles and arm rests, and
reduced interior sound levels (74 dBa maximum). Exterior sound levels meet both
the European Union (EU) and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and
Transportation (MLIT) sound regulations for Japan. Increased fuel efficiencies and
increased productivity are also realized, compared to the D-Series machines, due
to lower engine rpm and hydraulic oil flow efficiencies from the new main control
valve.
The 374F and 390F Hydraulic Excavators are powered by the C15 and C18
ACERT™ technology Tier 4 Final electronic engines, respectively. Both engines
are equipped with Mechanical Electronic Unit Injection (MEUI) fuel systems and Air
to Air AfterCooler (ATAAC) intake air systems. A fuel cooled A4:E4 Electronic
Control Module (ECM) is used to electronically control either engine.
The C15 engine is an in-line six-cylinder arrangement with a displacement of 15
liters. The C15 is rated at 367 net kW (492 net horsepower) at 1600 rpm. The C18
engine is also an in-line six-cylinder arrangement with a displacement of 18 liters
and is rated at 412 net kW (552.5 net horsepower) at 1700 rpm.
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Both engines meet the requirements for the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) Tier 4 Final emission standards, the EU Stage IV emission
standards, and the MLIT Step 4 emission standards for Japan. Both machines
are also available with either a Tier II or a Tier III engine for Lesser Regulated
Countries (LRC), depending on the marketing area.
The 374F and 390F now incorporate the Adaptive Control System (ACS) main
hydraulic control valve, along with high efficiency, electronically controlled main
hydraulic pumps that provide oil flow for all implement functions and travel. The
swing pump and remote swing control valve used in the D-Series machines has
been eliminated.
Other upgrades to these machines' standard features include:
• Increased operator visibility, due to a 12% larger cab glass area, updated
mirrors, and integrated rear display camera
• Cooling compartment doors with door latches (no tools needed)
• Twin reversing cooling fans
• Increased lifting capacity with Lift Mode as standard equipment (374F only)
• Product Link
• Updated ISO Visibility package, with integrated, optional rear display camera
and new mirrors
• F-Series monitoring system capable of displaying up to three color video
camera images
• Adjustable electro-hydraulic joysticks (implement control levers)
• Latest HVAC system
• Time delay lighting
• MP3 capable radio
• Removable lower windshield with in-cab storage bracket
• Opening skylight
• Secondary exit through a roof hatch or the front window and safety hammer for
breaking glass
• Capable of being equipped with the Cat Grade Control system for depth and
slope

The 374F serial number prefixes covered in this ITTP are:

• DNM - 374F L, with a Tier 4 Final engine for North America, the European
Union, and Japan
• AT2 - 374F, with a Tier III engine for South Korea and Turkey, only
• NFJ - 374F, with a Tier III engine for the China market, only
• MFL - 374F, with a Tier II engine for the China market, only
• AP4 - 374F, with a Tier II engine for all other LRC marketing areas

The 390F serial number prefixes covered in this ITTP are:

• MGF - 390F L, with a Tier 4 Final engine for North America, the European
Union, and Japan
• TYE - 390F L, with Tier III engine for South Korea and Turkey, only
• HJD - 390F L, with a Tier III engine for the China market, only
• GAY - 390F L, with a Tier II engine for the China market, only
• HSM - 390F L, with Tier II engine for all other LRC marketing areas

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374F/390F vs 374D/390D - Similarities & Differences

FEATURE SAME SIMILAR DIFFERENT

Machine Appearance

Operator Station

Engine and Emissions

Cooling System

Implement Hydraulic System

Implement Controls

Main Hydraulic Pumps

Main Hydraulic Control Valve

Swing System

Travel System

Monitoring System

Undercarriage

Maintenance Items
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374F/390F vs. 374D/390D - Similarities and Differences

• High level explanation of what
is new, similar, or the same for
the 374F and 390F Hydraulic
Excavators, as compared to the
previous D-Series machines.
The chart above displays the similarities and differences between the 374D and the
374F Hydraulic Excavators, as well as the 390D and 390F machines. All systems
in both F-Series machines are nearly identical in operation. A listing and high level
explanation of these similarities and differences are:
• Machine Appearance: The styling and appearance of the 374F and
390F is similar to the 374D and 390D. The F-Series trade dress has been
incorporated. Machine compartment doors have been upgraded and the
cooling compartment doors now use standard door latches, requiring no tools
to access the cooling cores for cleaning.

• Operator Station: The operator station and controls in the 374F/390F are
nearly identical to the D-Series machines. An improved operator seat, height
adjustable consoles and armrests, the F-Series Monitor, audio system, and
the latest HVAC system complete the list of operator comforts. The cab also
offers easy access to the diagnostics connector and the fuse and relay panel,
making service procedures easier. Secondary exit paths are either through the
front cab glass or through the roof skylight/hatch, depending on equipment and
marketing area. Cab sealing keeps the in-cab decibel rating to a maximum of
74 dBa.

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• Engine and Emissions:

-- The C15 ACERT technology Tier 4 Final engine horsepower rating in the
374F is slightly higher than that of the 374D. High idle (speed dial 10) has
been lowered to 1600 rpm, 200 rpm less than the 1800 rpm on the 374D.
The C15 in the 374F is rated at 367 kW net (492 net horsepower) at 1700
rpm (speed dial 10).
-- The C18 ACERT technology Tier 4 Final engine horsepower rating in the
390F is also slightly higher than that of the 390D. The C18 in the 390F is
rated at 412 kW net (552.5 net horsepower) at 1700 rpm (speed dial 10).
Both engines are capable of operating at altitudes up to 2300 m (7550 ft.)
with no derate.
-- The Tier 4 Final Caterpillar Clean Emission Modules (CEM) ensure
compliance with the latest worldwide emission standards. The
“Isochronous” engine control software keeps engine rpm steady, regardless
of the hydraulic load from the main hydraulic pumps. With the introduction
of the Tier 4 Final strategy, a Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) system is now
part of the engine emission system.

• Cooling System: Both machine’s cooling systems retain the same three
side-by-side cooling cores (hydraulic oil, engine coolant, and ATAAC), but
cooling capacity is slightly increased.
-- Twin hydraulic cooling fans on the 374F replace the single hydraulic fan
system used on the 374D.
-- The 390F maintains the twin fan arrangement.
-- A manually operated reversing fan feature is standard equipment on both
machines.

• Implement Hydraulic System: The implement hydraulic systems have been

redesigned. These highlights are:
-- The Proportional Priority Pressure Compensated (PPPC) hydraulic system
from the D-Series machines is replaced with electronically controlled main
hydraulic pumps that supply oil flow to the ACS main hydraulic control
valve.
-- The ACS valve controls boom, stick, and bucket with Independent Metering
Valve (IMV) sections on either machine. Standard valve spools are
contained in the center section of the ACS valve to control travel, swing,
warm-up, bypass cut, and a (flow) combiner valve.
-- The pilot system is also changed. The pilot manifold now contains only
the hydraulic lock solenoid and valve. A pilot solenoid manifold has been
introduced that contains two Negative Flow Control (NFC) solenoid valves,
the two-speed travel solenoid valve, the lift mode solenoid valve, and the
Power Shift pressure solenoid valve. (Lift Mode available on the 374F,
only.)

• Implement Controls: Improved electronic joysticks for operation of boom,

stick, bucket, and swing replace those found in the D-Series machines. The
adjustable joystick consoles and armrest heights features allow each operator
to place the controls in the most comfortable position. Joystick patterns can
be changed using the F-Series monitor. Pilot operated travel pedals, and
the optional straight travel pedal have been improved to dampen shock and
vibrations during travel. Travel pilot valve pressure sensors replace the travel
pressure switches found on the D-Series machines.
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• Main Hydraulic Pumps: High efficiency main hydraulic pumps provide the oil
supply for all implement and travel operation. These pumps are electronically
controlled and monitored. The swing pumps found in the C-Series and
D-Series machines have been eliminated, causing an increase in the flow
capacity of the main hydraulic oil pumps. The L5 Integrated Engine and Pump
Power Management strategies make adjustments to the pump swashplates,
depending on varying conditions and implement and travel requests during
operation.

• Main Hydraulic Control Valve: The ACS main hydraulic control valve uses
three IMV sections each to control boom, stick, and bucket operation.
-- Each of the three IMV valve sections contain four Proportional Hydraulic
Modulating Valves (PHMVs), which individually control pump-to-cylinder
and cylinder-to-tank oil flow per each end of a cylinder.
-- Standard valve spools are contained in the center section of the ACS
valves to control travel, swing, and a (flow) combiner valve.
-- Numerous pressure sensors installed in the valve and implement circuits
provide feedback data to the Machine ECM and to the two secondary ACS
ECMs, which make adjustments to the IMV spools in response to changing
conditions and operator requests.
-- A fourth IMV valve section may be added to the top of the valve for
operating high pressure attachments.

• Swing System: The Load Sensing Pressure Compensated (LSPC) swing

pumps found in the 374D and 390D have been eliminated, as well as the
swing control valves that were located on swing motor #1. The main hydraulic
pumps provide oil flow to a standard swing control valve spool, which is
located in the center section of the ACS valve.

• Travel System: The travel system and strategies remain the same, with pilot
operated valve spools for left and right travel, as well as a solenoid operated
straight travel valve when the straight travel strategy is required. Travel control
pressure sensors on the travel pilot control valves replace the travel control
pressure switches found on the 374D.

• Machine ECM: The B5:M1 Primary Machine ECM is used for machine
electronic control on both machines. In order to accommodate the increase
in electronics from the ACS valve and the electronically controlled pumps, two
standard secondary (A5:M1) ACS ECMs are mounted directly to the ACS valve
and are connected to the primary Machine ECM via the ACS CAN data link.

• Monitoring System: The F-Series monitor installed in the 374F and 390F
is similar to the E-Series monitor. The Main Menu screen has 12 icons, with
Controls Setup and Reversing Fan Setup icons added, due to the electronic
joysticks and the standard reversing fan feature. Additional electronics
involved with the ACS valve and electronic pumps control has added to the list
of electronic components found in the monitor. The monitor can display up to
three video camera image on-screen. A fourth digital gauge has been added
to the Home Screen, showing the level of DEF in the DEF tank (a component
of the Tier 4 Final strategy). The monitor displays machine status information
and detailed instructions for guiding the user through all options and features,
provides fluid level checks upon start-up, displays upcoming service intervals,
and shows real-time fuel consumption. An automated warm-up mode is
displayed at key-ON.

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• Undercarriage: Heavy duty track rollers are standard. The forged idlers and
the press-fit master link joints improve the undercarriage life.

• Maintenance Items: Electric fuel priming pumps are standard. Primary,

secondary, and tertiary fuel filters ensure delivery of clean fuel to the Tier 4
Final engines. The spark plug in the Caterpillar CEM needs cleaned
and/or replaced at regular intervals. The double-layered air filter cores are
more efficient for the intake air filtration system and two styles of air filter
pre-cleaners (integrated or external) are available. Electronic dust monitoring
provides warnings if the air filter becomes plugged. The hydraulic systems'
return oil capsule filters are integrated into the hydraulic oil tanks. Many
of the daily maintenance and service points are located for “ground level”
serviceability. Guard rails around the upper service platforms are standard,
improving safety for daily maintenance routines.

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374F AND 390F MACHINE WALKAROUND

The following pages are provided as a virtual machine walkaround for both
machines. All compartments and service access panels will be discussed, as well
as the location and identification of major components, service, and maintenance
points.

The basis for the machine walkaround, as well as other modules in this ITTP that
explain component and systems operation, are based on the 374F Hydraulic
Excavator. Differences in components and component locations for the 390F will
be noted. In most instances, locations of components and explanations of systems
operation are the same for the 374F and 390F, unless otherwise noted.

Detailed explanations of systems operation, as well as sub-components and

features of the major components in the machine walkaround are found in the
individual systems modules.

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(2) (3) (4) (6)

Stick Boom Operator’s Radiator
Compartment and Cooler
Compartment

(5) (7)
Battery Engine
and Air Filter Compartment
Compartment

(1) (10) (9) (8)

Bucket Ground Level Electrical Disconnect Cab Fresh Air Filter
Shutdown Switch Compartment Compartment

• Machine left side - major
component and compartment
identification on the machine left
side
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MACHINE LEFT - SIDE COMPARTMENT AND COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
The 374F and 390F Hydraulic Excavators have been designed for quick, easy
service with extended service intervals, advanced filtration, convenient filter
access, and user-friendly electronic diagnostics for increased productivity and
reduced maintenance costs. Most routine maintenance and service points have
been located for easy access, when possible. The machine left side compartments
and components shown above include:
• Bucket (1)
• Stick (2)
• Boom (3)
• Operator's Compartment (4)
• Battery and Air Filter Compartment (5)
• Radiator and Cooler Compartment (6)
• Engine Compartment (7)
• Cab Fresh Air Filter Compartment (8)
• Electrical Disconnect Compartment (9)
• Ground Level Shutdown Switch (10)

The next few pages will examine the compartments on the left side of the machine
and will identify the major components located inside them.

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• Machine walkaround -
major component, service,
and maintenance point
identification on the machine
left side - electrical disconnect
compartment and machine
electrical disconnect switch
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Electrical Disconnect Compartment - Ground Level Shutdown Switch
Unlocking and opening the electrical disconnect compartment door (1) gains
access to the following components and service points:
• Jump start connector (2) (if equipped)
• Machine main electrical disconnect switch (3)
• DEF purge lamp (4)
Forward of the compartment door is the ground level shutdown switch (5).
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Cab Fresh Air Filter Compartment

• Machine walkaround - major
component, service, and
maintenance point identification
on the machine left side - cab
fresh air filter compartment:
The fresh air filter (1) for the HVAC system in the operator’s compartment is located
behind the locking door (2), immediately to the rear of the operator’s station door.
The ambient air temperature sensor (3) for the HVAC system is also located behind
the locking door.

-- Fresh air filter (1)

-- Locking door (2)

-- Ambient air temperature

sensor (3)

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• Machine walkaround - major
component, service, and
maintenance point identification
on the machine left side - battery
and air filter compartment
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Battery and Air Filter Compartment
The battery and air filter compartment is located immediately rearward of the
operator's compartment. Several major components, service, and maintenance
points are located inside. Shown above are:
• Machine electrical circuit breaker box (1)
• Windshield washer bottle (2)
• Engine intake air filter (3)
• Aftertreatment ECM (4)
• Batteries for low ambient package (5) (if equipped)
• Batteries (6) (standard equipment)
• Vandalism guards storage (7)
NOTE: These components are located in the same place on both the 374F
and the 390F. The image above shows the 374F compartment, but the
390F has considerably more space inside.
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• Machine walkaround - major
component, service, and
maintenance point identification
on the machine left side - cooler
compartment
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Cooler Compartment
The cooler compartment is located at the left rear of the machine. Major
components, service, and maintenance points located here are:
• Twin hydraulic oil cooler cores (1)
• Air conditioning condenser (2)
• Twin radiator cores (3)
• Air To Air AfterCooler (ATAAC) (4)
• Ether aid solenoid (5)
• Fuel cooler (6)
• Air conditioning dryer bottle (7)
Twin hydraulic demand fans are situated inboard of the cooler cores shown above.
The fans draw outside air in through the cooler cores. The hydraulic cooling fan
system includes a manually operated fan reversing feature, which is standard
equipment. The reversing fan helps purge dirt and dust from the fins in the cooler
cores.
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(10)
Engine
Bottom
Access
(1)
Radiator
(9)
Bottom
Pilot Manifold
Access
Bottom
Access
(2)
Hydraulic (8)
Oil Cooler Pump
Bottom Compartment
Access Bottom
Access

(3) (7)
HVAC Hydraulic
Bottom Oil Tank
Access Bottom
Access

(6)
Fuel Tank
Bottom
(4) (5) Access
Travel Pilot DEF Tank
Control Valve Drain Valve
Access Access

• Machine walkaround -
identification of the service
access openings beneath the
upper structure
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SERVICE ACCESS PANELS BENEATH THE UPPER STRUCTURE
Beneath the upper structure are several panels that may be removed to gain
access to the following service points:
• Radiator Bottom Access (1) - front of engine (left side of engine
compartment).
• Hydraulic Oil Cooler Bottom Access (2) - bottom of the two hydraulic oil
cooler cores and hoses.
• HVAC Bottom Access (3) - air conditioning and cab heater lines.
• Travel Pilot Control Valve Access (4) - travel control pilot lines and
associated components (left front of machine, beneath the cab).
• DEF Tank Drain Valve Access (5) - access plate beneath tank to access
drain valve
• Fuel Tank Bottom Access (6) - fuel lines, drain, and Fast Fill attachment (if
equipped).
• Hydraulic Oil Tank Bottom (7) - tank drain valve and main suction tube.
• Pump Compartment Bottom Access (8) - lower pump compartment service
points.
• Pilot Manifold Bottom Access (9) - pilot relief valve, hydraulic activation
valve, and pilot accumulator (374F only).
• Engine Bottom Access (10) - lower engine service points, starter, engine oil
pan and drain valve.
The next few pages will identify the major service points and components that may
be accessed through these openings.
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• Major component, service, and
maintenance point
identification - access through
the service opening beneath the
left rear of the upper structure
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Radiator Bottom Access
Removing the bottom access panel to the service opening beneath the left rear
corner of the upper structure gains access to the following service points and
components below the left side of the engine compartment:
• Radiator bottom tank (1) (two cores)
• Radiator bottom hoses (to jacket water pump) (2)
• Radiator and cooling system drain valve (3)
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Hydraulic Fan Reversing Valve

• Hydraulic demand fan reversing Immediately forward of and above the radiator bottom hoses (1) is the hydraulic
valve location - access through demand fan reversing valve (2), which is standard equipment. The reversing valve
the service opening beneath the is mounted to the top of a mounting bracket (3). The reversing valve is most easily
left rear of the upper structure: accessed through the service access opening below the radiator bottom hoses.

-- Radiator bottom hoses (1) Also shown is the return oil tube (4) from the hydraulic oil cooler.

-- Fan reversing valve (2) NOTE: The mounting bracket in the image above has been made
semi-transparent in the image above in order to more easily see the valve.
-- Mounting bracket (3)

-- Hydraulic oil cooler return oil

tube (4)

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HVAC Bottom Access

• Major component, service, and
maintenance point
identification - access through
the service opening beneath the
rear of the cab
Removing the bottom access panel to the opening beneath the rear of the cab
gains access to the following service points and components:
• Freon lines to the cab air conditioning system (1)
• Heater hoses to and from the cab heater core (2)

• Drain hoses from the air conditioning evaporator (3)

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Travel Pilot Control Valve Access

• Major component, service, and
maintenance point
identification - access through
the service opening beneath the
front of the cab
Removing the bottom access panel to the opening beneath the front of the cab
gains access to the following service points and components:
• Right travel pilot control valve (1)
• Left travel pilot control valve (2)

• Electronic foot pedal for tool control (3) (if equipped)

• Travel pilot logic valve (4) (if equipped with the straight travel pedal)

• Straight travel pedal (5) (if equipped)

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• Major component, service, and
maintenance point
identification - access through
the service opening beneath the
storage compartment at the right
front corner of the machine
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DEF Tank Drain Valve Access
Loosening the two bolts and sliding the small access panel (1) out of the way
beneath the right front of the upper structure gains access to the following service
points and components:
• Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank drain valve (2)
• DEF tank drain hose (3)
An overflow tube (4) is connected to the spill pan surrounding the DEF tank filler
tube and directs spilled DEF out of the compartment.
NOTE: Always ensure the overflow tube protrudes from the bottom of the
machine. DEF is corrosive to metal and can damage other components in
the compartment. Clean up any DEF spills and wash down with water, in
accordance with applicable guidelines.
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• Major component, service, and
maintenance point
identification - access through
the service opening beneath the
right front of the upper structure
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Fuel Tank Bottom Access
Removing the bottom access panel to the forward opening at the right front of the
upper structure gains access to the following service points and components
beneath the fuel tank:
• Fuel tank (1)
• Fuel supply and return lines to/from the engine (2)
• Fuel drain line (3) (to fuel tank drain valve)
• Fuel line to fuel Fast Fill attachment (4) (if equipped)
NOTE: If the machine is ordered with the fuel Fast Fill attachment, the
standard fuel tank is replaced by the fuel tank shown above.
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maintenance point
identification - access through
the service opening beneath the
right side of the upper structure
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Hydraulic Oil Tank Bottom Access
Removing the bottom access panel to the middle opening beneath the right side of
the upper structure gains access to the following service points and components
beneath the hydraulic oil tank:
• Hydraulic oil tank (1)
• Main hydraulic oil suction tube (2) (supply from tank to hydraulic pumps)
• Hydraulic oil tank drain valve (3)
• Hydraulic oil tank drain line (4)
• Travel alarm (5)
NOTE: The hydraulic oil tank drain line shown above is connected to the
optional Quick-Evac connector, located in the pump compartment. Without
this attachment, a fitting and drain hose must be connected to the drain
valve.
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maintenance point
identification - access through
the service opening beneath the
pump compartment, at the right
rear of the upper structure
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Pump Compartment Bottom Access
Removing the access panel beneath the right rear opening of the upper structure
gains access to the following service points and components at the bottom of the
pump compartment:
• Pilot solenoid manifold (1), containing:
-- Main relief pressure change solenoid valve (for Lift Mode - 374F only)
-- Power Shift Pressure PRV (PSPRV)
-- Negative Flow Control (NFC) PRV for front pump
-- NFC PRV for rear pump
-- Travel speed change solenoid valve
• Drain line (2) from the optional counterweight removal system (if equipped)
• Pilot pump supply line (3)
• Hydraulic demand fan pump supply line (4)
• Main hydraulic pump inlet (5)
If the machine is equipped with the Universal Quick-Coupler attachment, the
quick-coupler control valve (6) is installed at the bottom rear of the compartment,
toward the inner wall.
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identification - access through
the service opening beneath the
center of the upper structure,
rearward of the swing bearing
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374F Pilot Manifold Bottom Access
Removing the access panel beneath the 374F upper structure, immediately to the
rear of the swing bearing, gains access to the following service points and
components:
• Pilot manifold (1), containing:
-- Hydraulic activation solenoid valve
-- Hydraulic activation valve
-- Pilot relief valve
• Pilot accumulator (2)
• Universal Quick-Coupler control valve (3) (if equipped)
NOTE: The pilot manifold and accumulator are located in approximately
the same place on the 390F, but are accessible from the service platform.
The 390F pilot manifold will be shown later in this presentation.
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Engine Service Hydraulic Fuel
Compartment Platform Oil Tank Tank

(3)
Fuel Filter
Compartment

(1)
Pump
Compartment (7)
DEF Tank and
Storage Compartment

(9) (8)
Fuel Tank Fuel Fast Fill
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MACHINE RIGHT SIDE - COMPARTMENT AND COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

• Machine right side - major
component and compartment
identification on the machine
right side
The machine right side compartments and components shown above include:
• Pump Compartment (1)
• Engine Compartment (2)

• Fuel Filter Compartment (3)

• Service Platform (4)

• Hydraulic Oil Tank (5)

• Fuel Tank (6)

• DEF Tank and Storage Compartment (7)

• Fuel Fast Fill Connector (8) (if equipped)

• Fuel Tank Drain Valve (9)

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374F Pump Compartment
The pump compartment is located at the right rear of the machine. Major
components, service, and maintenance points located here are:
• Pilot oil filter and base (1)
• Main hydraulic oil pumps (2)
• Case drain oil filters (3)
• Engine oil filter and base (4)
• Engine oil Quick-Evac connector (5) (if equipped)
• Hydraulic oil Quick-Evac connector (6) (if equipped)
• Front main hydraulic oil pump regulator (7)
• Rear main hydraulic oil pump regulator (8)
• Pilot solenoid manifold (9)
• Counterweight removal system shutoff valves (10) (if equipped)
• Counterweight removal system control valve (11) (if equipped)
• Counterweight removal system solenoid valve (12) (if equipped)

A Negative Flow Control (NFC) strategy is used to control the main hydraulic
pumps. There are no hydraulic signal lines between the main hydraulic control
valve and the pumps. The NFC signal for each pump is created by a solenoid
controlled Proportional Reducing Valve (PRV), installed in the pilot solenoid
manifold. The pumps are electronically controlled and monitored.

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390F Pump Compartment
Major components, service, and maintenance points located in the 390F pump
compartment are:
• Main hydraulic oil pumps (1)
• Counterweight removal system solenoid valve (2) (if equipped)
• Engine oil Quick-Evac connector (3) (if equipped)
• Hydraulic oil Quick-Evac connector (4) (if equipped)
• Pilot solenoid manifold (5)
• Front main hydraulic oil pump regulator (6)
• Rear main hydraulic oil pump regulator (7)
• Counterweight removal system shutoff valves (8) (if equipped)
• Counterweight removal system control valve (9) (if equipped)
NOTE: The engine oil and hydraulic oil filters found in the 374F pump
compartment are located in different places on the 390F machine. These
filters will be shown later in this presentation.
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Pilot Solenoid Manifold - Pump Compartment

• Machine walkaround - major The pilot solenoid manifold (1) is located immediately inside the pump compartment
component, service, and door, at the bottom. The manifold contains the following control solenoids:
maintenance point identification
in the pump compartment • Power Shift Pressure PRV (2)

• Rear pump NFC PRV (3) (pump 2)

• Front pump NFC PRV (4) (pump 1)

• Travel speed change solenoid valve (5)

• Lift mode solenoid valve (6)

The pilot solenoid manifold is located in the same place on both the 374F and 390F
machines.

NOTE: The lift mode solenoid is installed in the 390F pilot solenoid
manifold, but is not active, due to the absence of the Lift Mode strategy on
the 390F.

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maintenance point identification
in the pump compartment:
-- 374F Universal Quick-Coupler
control valve (1)
-- Quick-Coupler control
solenoid (2)
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Universal Quick-Coupler Control Valve - 374F Pump Compartment
If the machine is equipped with the Universal Quick-Coupler attachment, the
Quick-Coupler control valve (1) and the Quick-Coupler control solenoid (2) are
located at the bottom rear of the pump compartment, toward the inner wall.
NOTE: The Universal Quick-Coupler attachment, if equipped, is located
near the boom foot on the 390F machine. This component will be identified
later in the walkaround presentation.
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Forward Wall of 374F Pump Compartment

• Machine walkaround - major The following components, service, and maintenance points are located on the
component, service, and forward wall of the 374F pump compartment:
maintenance point identification
in the 374F pump compartment • Hydraulic oil tank (level) sight gauge (1)

• Return oil manifolds (2) to the two integrated hydraulic return oil filters

• Hydraulic oil temperature sensor (3)

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component, service, and
maintenance point identification
in the pump compartment:
-- Pilot oil pump (1)
-- Hydraulic cooling fan pump (2)
-- Fan pump control solenoid and
adjustment screw (3)
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Pilot Oil Pump and Hydraulic Cooling Fan Pump - Pump Compartment
The gear-type pilot oil pump (1) and the variable displacement piston-type hydraulic
demand fan pump (2) are located at the inner wall, at the top of the pump
compartment, toward the front.
The hydraulic cooling fan pump control solenoid and adjustment screw (3) is also
shown above.
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component, service, and
maintenance point identification
at the right front of the machine:
-- Fuel tank drain valve (1)
-- Fuel Fast Fill connector (2)
(attachment)
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Fuel Tank Drain Valve and Fuel Fast Fill
Opening the spring-hinged compartment door beneath the right side catwalk
toward the front of the machine gains access to the fuel tank drain valve (1).
If the machine is equipped with the optional fuel Fast Fill system, the Fast Fill
connector (2) is also located behind the compartment door.
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component, service, and
maintenance point identification
in the storage compartment:
-- Outboard storage
compartment (1)
-- Pump Electronics Tank Unit
(PETU) (2)
-- DEF tank filler cap
-- Inboard storage
compartment (4)
-- Optional on-board electric lube
system (5) with grease gun
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Storage Compartment
Opening the lid to the outboard storage compartment (1) gains access to the Pump
Electronics Tank Unit (PETU) (2). Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is added to the DEF
tank via the fill adapter, after removing the cap (3).
Opening the lid gains access to the inboard storage compartment (4). In the image
above, the compartment contains the optional on-board electric lube system (5),
with hose reel and grease gun. This compartment can also contain the following
optional equipment:
• Tool kit
• Electric refueling pump and hose reel
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Engine and Service Platform Coolant Fill Cap Main Hydraulic
Aftertreatment Walkway Access Door Control Valve Access
Compartment

(7)
Fuel Filter
Compartment

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374F SERVICE PLATFORM - COMPARTMENT/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

• Machine walkaround -
identification of 374F major
component, service, and
maintenance point access from
the upper service platform
The service platform on the 374F allows easy access to major components, daily
maintenance points, and major components for service procedures. The service,
maintenance points, and component access here are:
• Engine and Aftertreatment Compartments (1)

• Service Platform Walkway (2)

• Coolant Fill Cap Access Door (3)

• Main Hydraulic Control Valve Access (4)

• Fuel Fill Cap (5)

• Hydraulic Oil Fill Cap (6)

• Fuel Filter Compartment (7)

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major component, service, and
maintenance point identification
in the engine compartment - left
side
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374F Engine Compartment
The image above shows the left side of the 374F engine compartment and the
C15 ACERT technology Tier 4 Final engine with the engine compartment hood, as
well as the sheet metal enclosure above the cooler compartment removed. Major
components, service, and maintenance points located here are:
• Engine oil fill cap (1)
• Crankcase breather (2)
• Engine oil level gauge (dipstick) (3)
• Alternator (4)
• Air conditioning compressor (5)
• Coolant shunt tank (expansion tank) (6)
• Coolant fill cap (7)
NOTE: The coolant fill cap is located beneath a spring-hinged door and is
easily accessible from the catwalk along the left side of the machine.
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maintenance point identification
in the engine compartment - right
side
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374F Aftertreatment Compartment
The aftertreatment compartment is beneath its own hood, at the right side of the
374F engine compartment. The aftertreatment compartment contains the Tier 4
Final emissions system aftertreatment components.
Major components, service, and maintenance points located here are:
• Caterpillar Clean Emissions Module (CEM) (1)
• CEM electronics panel (2)
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major component, service, and
maintenance point identification
in the fuel filter compartment
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374F Fuel Filter Compartment
The image above shows the 374F fuel filter compartment with the main housing
removed for ease of filter identification. Major components, service, and
maintenance points found here are:
• Primary fuel filter base (1) with integrated electric fuel priming pump
• Primary fuel filter and water separator (2)
• Secondary fuel filter (3)
• Tertiary fuel filter (4)
• NOX sensor control modules (5)
NOTE: Machines destined for Lesser Regulated Countries will have two
primary fuel filters installed at this location.
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major component, service, and
maintenance point identification
for the hydraulic oil tank (1) and
the fuel tank (6):
-- Locking hydraulic oil tank
cap (2)
-- Hydraulic oil suction screen
access cover (3)
-- Capsule-type return oil filters
covers (4)
-- Hydraulic oil tank level
switch (5)
-- Fuel tank vent (7) (for fuel Fast
Fill attachment)
-- Locking fuel tank cap (8)
-- Fuel level sensor (9) (for
electric refueling attachment)
-- Standard fuel level sensor (10)
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374F Hydraulic Oil Tank and Fuel Tank
The image above shows the 374F hydraulic oil tank (1) and the fuel tank (6), as
well as the service and maintenance points associated with each.
The locking hydraulic oil tank cap (2) is accessible from the right side of the
machine, for ease of access when adding hydraulic oil to the tank. Removing
the deck plate above the hydraulic oil tank gains access to the main hydraulic oil
suction screen access cover (3) and the integrated capsule-type return oil filters
covers (4). Also visible is the hydraulic oil tank level switch (5), installed through
the inboard wall of the tank.
The locking fuel tank cap (8) is also accessible from the right side of the machine,
for ease in filling the tank with fuel. The standard fuel tank has the fuel level
sensor (10) installed through the inboard wall of the tank.
If the machine is equipped with the fuel Fast Fill attachment, the fuel tank vent (7)
will be present. If the machine is equipped with the optional electric refueling pump
attachment, a second fuel level sensor (9) is installed in the top of the tank.
NOTE: If the machine is equipped with the electric refueling pump
attachment, the standard fuel tank is installed. If the machine is equipped
with the Fast Fuel option, a special Fast Fill fuel tank replaces the standard
fuel tank.
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Engine and Service Platform Coolant Fill Cap Main Hydraulic
Aftertreatment Walkway Access Door Control Valve Access
Compartment

(9) (8) (7) (6) (5)

Fuel Filter Hydraulic Oil Service Platform Hydraulic Fuel Fill
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390F SERVICE PLATFORM - COMPARTMENT/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
• Machine walkaround - The service platform on the 390F allows easy access to major components, daily
identification of 390F major maintenance points, and major components for service procedures. The service,
component, service, and maintenance points, and component access here are:
maintenance point access from
the upper service platform • Engine and Aftertreatment Compartment (1)

• Service Platform Walkway (2)

• Coolant Fill Cap Access Door (3)

• Main Hydraulic Control Valve Access (4)

• Fuel Fill Cap (5)

• Hydraulic Oil Fill Cap (6)

• Service Platform Walkway Door (7) to service platform walkway

• Hydraulic Oil Filter Access (8) (case drain filters and pilot oil filter/base)

• Fuel Filter Compartment (9)

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major component, service, and
maintenance point identification
in the engine compartment - left
side
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390F Engine Compartment
The image above shows the left side of the 390F engine compartment and the
C18 ACERT technology Tier 4 Final engine with the engine compartment hood, as
well as the sheet metal enclosure above the cooler compartment removed. Major
components, service, and maintenance points located here are:
• Engine oil fill cap (1)
• Crankcase breather (2)
• Engine oil filter and S•O•S port (3)
• Engine oil level gauge (dipstick) (4)
• Alternator (5)
• Air conditioning compressor (6)
• Coolant shunt tank (expansion tank) (7)
• Coolant fill cap (8)
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major component, service, and
maintenance point identification
in the engine compartment - right
side
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390F Aftertreatment Compartment
The right side of the 390F engine compartment contains the Tier 4 Final emissions
components. Major components, service, and maintenance points located here
are:
• Caterpillar Clean Emissions Module (CEM) (1)
• CEM electronics panel (2)
• NOX Sensors (3)
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major component, service, and
maintenance point identification
in the fuel filter compartment
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390F Fuel Filter Compartment
The image above shows the 390F fuel filter compartment with the main housing
removed for ease of identification. Major components, service, and maintenance
points found here are:
• Primary fuel filter base (1) with integrated electric fuel priming pump
• Primary fuel filter and water separator (2)
• Secondary fuel filter (3)
• Tertiary fuel filter (4)
• NOX sensor Electronic Control Units (ECUs) (5)
NOTE: Machines destined for Lesser Regulated Countries will have two
primary fuel filters installed at this location.
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390F Oil Filters Access

• Machine walkaround - 390F Directly forward of the fuel filters and mounted to the rear of the hydraulic oil
major component, service, and tank (1) are the hydraulic system oil filters. These filters are easily accessible from
maintenance point identification the service platform walkway and are identified as:
of hydraulic oil filters located on
the service platform: • Case drain oil filters (2)
-- Hydraulic oil tank (1)
• Pilot oil filter and base (3), with S•O•S and pilot pressure test ports
-- Case drain oil filters (2)
-- Pilot oil filter and base (3), with Also shown above is the hydraulic oil tank (level) sight gauge (4), the hydraulic oil
S•O•S and pilot pressure test temperature sensor (6), and the hydraulic return oil filter inlets (5) to the integrated
ports capsule-type main hydraulic return oil filters (7).
-- Hydraulic oil tank (level) sight
gauge (4)
-- Hydraulic return oil filter
inlets (5)
-- Hydraulic oil temperature
sensor (6)
-- Capsule-type main hydraulic
return oil filters (7)

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major component, service, and
maintenance point identification
for the hydraulic oil tank (1) and
the fuel tank (6):
-- Locking hydraulic oil tank
cap (2)
-- Capsule-type return oil filters
covers (3)
-- Hydraulic oil suction screen
access cover (4)
-- Fuel tank vent (5) (for fuel Fast
Fill attachment)
-- Lockable fuel tank cap (7)
-- Standard fuel level sensor (8)
hydraulic oil tank level
switch (9)
-- Fuel level sensor (10) (for
electric refueling attachment)
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390F Hydraulic Oil Tank and Fuel Tank
The image above shows the hydraulic oil tank (1) and the fuel tank (6), as well as
the service and maintenance points associated with each.
The locking hydraulic oil tank cap (2) is accessible from the forward side of the
service platform walkway, for ease of access when adding hydraulic oil to the
tank. The main hydraulic oil suction screen access cover (4) and the integrated
capsule-type return oil filters covers (3) are also accessible from the forward side of
the service platform walkway. Also visible is the hydraulic oil tank level switch (9),
installed through the inboard wall of the oil tank.
The lockable fuel tank cap (7) is accessible from the catwalk on the right side of the
machine, for ease in filling the tank with fuel. The standard fuel tank has the fuel
level sensor (8) installed through the inboard wall of the tank.
If the machine is equipped with the fuel Fast Fill attachment, the fuel tank vent (5)
will be present. If the machine is equipped with the optional electric refueling pump
attachment, a second fuel level sensor (10) is installed in the top of the tank.
NOTE: If the machine is equipped with the electric refueling pump
attachment, the standard fuel tank is installed. If the machine is equipped
with the Fast Fuel option, a special Fast Fill fuel tank replaces the standard
fuel tank.
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component, service, and
maintenance point
identification - access via the
floor plate of the service platform
walkway, rearward of the ACS
valve (1):
-- Pilot manifold (2)
-- Pilot accumulator (5)
-- Associated pilot manifold
components
• Also shown are the main
hydraulic pump inlets (6) and
return oil manifold (7) on the rear
of the ACS valve
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390F Pilot Manifold Access
Removing the walkway panel on the service platform of the 390F upper structure,
immediately rearward of the ACS valve (1), gains access to the following service
points and components:
• Pilot manifold (2), containing:
-- Hydraulic activation solenoid valve (3)
-- Hydraulic activation valve (not visible)
-- Pilot relief valve (4)
• Pilot accumulator (5)
Also visible above, after removing the panels to the rear of and above the ACS
valve, are the main hydraulic pump oil inlets (6) and the return oil manifold (7).
NOTE: The two-speed travel solenoid is now installed in the pilot manifold
block, in the pump compartment. The swing brake solenoid is installed in
swing motor assembly #1. These components were located on the pilot
manifold on the D-Series machines.
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component, service, and
maintenance point identification
of the ACS main hydraulic control
valve
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ACS Main Hydraulic Control Valve
The image above shows the ACS main hydraulic control valve in chassis. The
valve is located immediately forward of the walkway in front of engine compartment
on both the 374F and 390F. The service platform walkway above the valve and the
hoses and other components connected to the valve have been removed for ease
in identifying the valve and its component parts. Major ACS valve components
identified above are:
• ACS ECM 1 (1) (controls and monitors the boom and bucket IMV sections)
• ACS ECM 2 (2) (controls and monitors the stick and attachment IMV sections)
• Attachment IMV valve section (3)
• Stick IMV valve section (4)
• Center section (5)
• Boom IMV valve section (6)
• Bucket IMV valve section (7)
• Return oil manifold (8)
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component, service, and
maintenance point identification
of the 374F swing motor
assemblies
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374F Swing Motor Assemblies
The image above shows the two 374F swing motor assemblies in-chassis. The
hydraulic hoses and other components connected to the swing motor assemblies
have been removed for ease in identifying the swing motor assemblies' component
parts. Major components, maintenance, and service points identified above are:
• Left swing motor assembly (1) (swing motor #1)
• Right swing motor assembly (2) (swing motor #2)
• Swing motor assembly breathers (3)
• Swing motor assembly lube fill tubes, with integrated lube level
gauges (dipsticks) (4)
• Swing brake solenoid (5) for both swing motor assemblies (beneath manifold)
Also identified above is the swivel (6), which is the rotary hydraulic connection
that directs oil between the upper structure and the travel motors at the rear of the
undercarriage.
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maintenance point identification
of the 390F swing motor
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390F Swing Motor Assemblies
The image above shows the two 390F swing motor assemblies in-chassis. The
boom and associated hydraulic hoses and other components have been removed
for ease in identifying the swing motor assemblies' component parts. Major
components, maintenance, and service points identified above are:
• Rear swing motor assembly (1) (swing motor #1)

• Front swing motor assembly (2) (swing motor #2)

• Swing motor assembly breathers (3)

• Swing motor assembly lube fill tubes, with integrated lube level gauges
(dipsticks) (4)

• Swing brake solenoid (5) for both swing motor assemblies (beneath manifold)

Also identified above is the swivel (6), which is the rotary hydraulic connection
that directs oil between the upper structure and the travel motors at the rear of the
undercarriage.

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component, service, and
maintenance point identification
accessible from the service
platform
-- 390F Universal Quick-Coupler
control valve (1)
-- Quick-Coupler control
solenoid (2)
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390F Universal Quick-Coupler Control Valve
If the machine is equipped with the Universal Quick-Coupler attachment, the
Quick-Coupler control valve (1) and the Quick-Coupler control solenoid (2) are
mounted to a bracket on top of the structural cross tube at the base of the boom
foot.
NOTE: The Universal Quick-Coupler attachment, if equipped, is located in
the rear of the pump compartment on the 374F machine. This component
was identified earlier in the walkaround presentation.
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CONCLUSION

This concludes the Machine Introduction and machine walkaround module for the
374F and 390F Hydraulic Excavators.

This module serves as the main document for the “New, Similar, and Different”
references for both machines.

The machine walkaround portion of this module serves as the overall location
and identification reference for major machine components and for identifying
the service and maintenance points throughout the 374F and 390F Hydraulic
Excavator training course.

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