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(8) Miscellaneous hoses, clamps, connectors and sealing devices used in the above systems.
d.
Any replacement part may be used for maintenance or repairs. The owner should ensure that such parts are equivalent
in design and durability to genuine Caterpillar parts. Use of non-genuine Caterpillar parts does not invalidate the war-
ranty. However, Caterpillar is not liable for parts which are not genuine Caterpillar parts.
3.
Owner's Warranty Responsibilities.
a. As the heavy duty off-road diesel engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance
listed in the owner's manual (Operation and Maintenance Manual). Caterpillar recommends that you retain all
records covering the maintenance on your engine, but cannot deny warranty solely for lack of receipts and records or
for failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance.
b.
As the heavy duty off-road diesel engine owner, you should also be aware that Caterpillar may deny you warranty
coverage if your heavy duty off-road diesel engine, or an emission components, or part has failed due to abuse,
neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.
c.
Your engine is designed to operate on commercial diesel fuel only. Use of any other fuel may result in your engine no
longer operating in compliance with California's emission requirements.
d.
You are responsible for contacting your Caterpillar dealer as soon as any engine problem exists. The warranty repairs
should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.
e.
If you have questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities contact: Caterpillar Manager, Warranty
Operations, Peoria, IL 61629-1250, phone: (309) 675-4037 or California Air Resources Board (CARB), 9528 Telstar
Ave., El Monte, CA 91731.
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