Caterpillar Fault Code

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CA689

Engine Speed Sensor: Erratic Signal

System

Engine

Symptom

Engine Speed Sensor: Erratic Signal

Diagnosis & fix steps

LOGIC: Crank/Cam sensor skipping beats. ACTION: Check sensor air gap and look for metal shavings on the magnetic tip.

Red Seal field insights

Shavings on the tip act as a "shield," causing the ECM to lose track of TDC.

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