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Fuel Pump Primer & Water Separator for Cat 416E 420D 420E 422E 428E 430D – 228-9129

SKU: NLT2T01968
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This is a brand new fuel pump primer / filter-water separator assembly for Cat backhoe loaders: 414E, 416D, 416E, 420D, 420E, 422E, 424D, 428D, 428E, 430D, 430E, 432D, 432E, 434E, 442D, 442E, 444E; Cat track-type tractors: D3G, D4G, D5G. Key reference number(s): 228-9129.
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Compatible Models

We do our best to list all compatible models. Although this may be the part you need, your exact model may not appear below.

Compatible equipment / model
Make / Application Compatible Models / Details
Cat backhoe loaders 414E, 416D, 416E, 420D, 420E, 422E, 424D, 428D, 428E, 430D, 430E, 432D, 432E, 434E, 442D, 442E, 444E
Cat track-type tractors D3G, D4G, D5G

Product Overview

This assembly is more specific than a generic “fuel pump.” Cat identifies 228-9129 as a fuel pump primer and primer-filter assembly with a water separator. It helps prime the low-pressure fuel system after service and separates water before fuel reaches downstream components.

Hard starting after filter service, repeated loss of prime, air entering the supply side or visible contamination/water in the fuel system are all reasons to inspect this assembly. A damaged primer or filter head can make a healthy engine act like it has a fuel-delivery problem.

Key Features & Performance

  • Restores reliable fuel delivery on the listed application.
  • Helps address hard-start or starvation complaints after basic fuel-system checks.
  • Fitment should be confirmed by reference number and physical configuration.

Specifications & Reference Numbers

  • Reference number(s): 228-9129
  • Cat description: Fuel pump primer and primer filter with water separator
  • Published size: Approx. 13.3 in long × 5.3 in high

Before You Order

Confirm 228-9129 against the machine serial number and existing filter-head layout. Cat lists the part as discontinued, so verify interchange requirements before replacing an original configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What should I verify before ordering?
A: Confirm 228-9129 against the machine serial number and existing filter-head layout. Cat lists the part as discontinued, so verify interchange requirements before replacing an original configuration.

Q: Why would this part need to be replaced?
A: Hard starting after filter service, repeated loss of prime, air entering the supply side or visible contamination/water in the fuel system are all reasons to inspect this assembly. A damaged primer or filter head can make a healthy engine act like it has a fuel-delivery problem.

Q: Is this an OEM part?
A: This listing is for a replacement component. Manufacturer names and reference numbers are used to identify fitment; compare the original part number and configuration before ordering.

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