Caterpillar C15 Camshaft 2000-2004: OEM 332-7310
CATERPILLAR C15 CAMSHAFT 2000-2004: OEM 332-7310
ORDERS PLACED BEFORE 3PM EST WILL SHIP SAME DAY
WARRANTY
1M MILES OR 1 YEAR
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
This is a New, Drive On Diesel Camshaft, Drive On Diesel part number 332-7310TX ( OEM Part Number 332-7310 ).This part is primarily made for a Caterpillar C15, production years 2000-2004, and comes with a One Million Miles or One Year Warranty. For additional warranty info Click Here
OEM NUMBERS
| Primary OEM | 332-7310 |
| Additional OEM | 2223995, 332-7310, 3327310 |
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
| CONDITION | New |
| UPC / Barcode | 00840490555396 |
| WEIGHT | 88.00 LBS |
SHIPPING OPTIONS
Ship Weight : 88.00 LBS
UPS Ground, 2nd Day Air, Next Day Air
SHIPPING POLICY
Drive On Diesel ships via UPS Ground. Next day air shipping can be arranged for a reasonable price of anywhere from $50.00 - $100.00 depending on the weight of the product and your location. We will do everything we can to make sure that you get the service you need. We understand how important it is to receive your order as quickly as possible.
In most cases Drive On Diesel only needs one address, as long as your product is shipping to the same location as your billing information. In order to eliminate credit card fraud, your billing information must match the credit card you provide.
The terms, conditions, and details of our warranty vary from product to product. Specific warranty details can be found below.
Drive On Diesel provides a replacement warranty on all of our parts. The duration and mileage limitations of the warranty vary by product and are specified on the product's detail page/item listing.
Please note that the warranty covers replacement of the part and the cost of shipping the replacement part to you only. It does not cover any shop, labor, towing, or any similar or related costs. This is not a "money back guarantee".
If you experience a problem with your part or it is not functioning properly, the correct warranty procedure is to call us at (510) 257-1777 (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET Monday through Friday). Be sure to have your order number and/or other relevant order information ready so we can easily locate your order and resolve your issue as quickly as possible. From that point, we will review with you any troubleshooting steps that may need to be taken and other areas or systems that can be checked to rule out external problems contributing to your part's issue. If a replacement is determined to be necessary, we will then arrange for your replacement part to ship out ASAP and issue any necessary return shipping labels and/or documents.
As is the case for the majority of the diesel products sold on Drive On Diesel, your part's warranty is active as soon as you install it. In some other cases, warranty activation is contingent upon you sending us your core (i.e., your old part). Drive On Diesel will provide you a return shipping label for parts that have a warranty with a core return condition. When we have received your core return, the part's warranty coverage begins. We reserve the right to void the product warranty if your core is not received within the allotted time, or if it isn't received at all. If the warranty for the diesel part you are purchasing has a core return requirement, it will be clearly noted on the product detail page/item listing.
What is a Core Charge?
A core charge (also called "core deposit") is similar to the deposit you might pay for a can or bottle of soda and is a standard requirement in the auto parts industry. For example, in many states, to promote recycling, you pay a deposit when you purchase a can of soda and receive your deposit back when you return the empty can. Many automotive parts have a core charge, or core price, that works in essentially the same way as a soda can deposit.
30 Day Core Charge Hold
You authorize Drive On Diesel, to hold your credit card for the specified core charge amount and that you agree to return your core with 30 days of receiving the purchased part. When we have received your core return, the hold is released and the core charge payment is canceled.
"This Product Doesn't Have a Core"
FITMENT CHART
| YEAR | MAKE | ENGINE(S) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Caterpillar | C15 | ||||
| 2001 | Caterpillar | C15 | ||||
| 2002 | Caterpillar | C15 | ||||
| 2003 | Caterpillar | C15 | ||||
| 2004 | Caterpillar | C15 | ||||
PEOPLE ALSO ASKS | BLOG(S)
Your Caterpillar C15 Camshaft (OEM 332-7310) is one of the most important moving components inside the engine. It controls valve timing and works continuously under heavy load, which means proper maintenance is essential if you want to maximize its lifespan and avoid premature wear. The OEM 332-7310 camshaft is commonly used in Caterpillar C15 applications from the 2000–2004 range.
A camshaft doesn’t typically fail on its own—most problems develop because of lubrication issues, contamination, or neglected maintenance elsewhere in the engine.
Here are some of the best ways to help your camshaft last longer:
- Stay consistent with oil changes
- Clean engine oil is critical because the camshaft depends on proper lubrication to reduce friction between lobes, bearings, and followers.
- Use the correct oil specification
- Using the recommended oil helps maintain a protective film between metal surfaces, reducing long-term wear.
- Replace oil filters on schedule
- Dirty filters can allow contaminants to circulate through the engine and damage camshaft surfaces over time.
- Pay attention to valve train noise
- Unusual ticking, tapping, or knocking sounds may indicate wear developing within the camshaft or related components.
- Inspect related valve train parts regularly
- Components such as lifters, rockers, and followers work directly with the camshaft and can affect its condition if worn.
- Avoid prolonged operation with engine issues
- Problems like low oil pressure or contaminated oil can quickly accelerate camshaft wear if left unresolved.
- Monitor engine performance changes
- Irregular operation, loss of timing accuracy, or unusual engine behavior can sometimes point to camshaft-related concerns.
Think of the camshaft as the engine’s timing coordinator. Keeping oil clean, maintaining proper lubrication, and addressing warning signs early will go a long way toward helping your Caterpillar 332-7310 camshaft remain reliable for the long haul.
A failing camshaft can lead to serious engine problems if not addressed quickly. Since the camshaft controls the opening and closing of the engine’s valves, any wear or damage can affect timing, combustion, and overall engine operation.
The first step is identifying the symptoms and determining the extent of the damage. Catching the issue early can help prevent more costly repairs and reduce the risk of damage to related components.
Here’s what you should do:
- Watch for warning signs
- Pay attention to symptoms such as rough idling, engine misfires, reduced acceleration, unusual valve train noise, or an illuminated check engine light.
- Inspect engine oil condition and level
- Low oil levels or contaminated oil can accelerate camshaft wear. Check for metal particles in the oil, which may indicate internal component damage.
- Run a diagnostic scan
- Fault codes related to valve timing, camshaft position, or engine synchronization can help identify the source of the problem.
- Inspect related components
- Camshaft issues are often accompanied by wear in lifters, rockers, pushrods, or timing components. These parts should be evaluated during diagnosis.
- Address lubrication problems immediately
- Insufficient lubrication is one of the leading causes of camshaft damage. Correcting oil flow issues can help prevent further wear.
- Replace damaged components as needed
- If the camshaft shows excessive wear, scoring, or physical damage, replacement is typically the most reliable solution.
Taking action at the first sign of camshaft trouble can help protect your engine from more extensive damage and keep repair costs from escalating.
The 332-7310 camshaft controls the opening and closing of the engine’s intake and exhaust valves, ensuring proper airflow and combustion timing throughout engine operation.
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