3126 Truck Engine Military Caterpillar


Valve Mechanism Cover - Remove and Install

Usage:

3126 1BW

Removal Procedure


NOTICE

Keep all parts clean from contaminants.

Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.



NOTICE

Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids.

Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Caterpillar Tools and Shop Products Guide" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar products.

Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.





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  1. Remove the bolts that hold valve mechanism cover (1) to valve mechanism cover base (2) .

  1. Remove the seal from the valve mechanism cover.

Installation Procedure

Table 1
Required Tools    
Tool     Part Number     Part Description     Qty    
A     4C-9612     Silicone Sealant     1    


NOTICE

Keep all parts clean from contaminants.

Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.





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    Bolt tightening sequence for the valve mechanism cover

    (A) Rear

    (B) Front

  1. Position valve mechanism cover (1) and the seal on valve mechanism cover base (2). Cut the seal to length. Apply Tooling (A) on both sides of the seal joint.

  1. Install the bolts. Tighten the bolts in a numerical sequence to a torque of 9 N·m (80 lb in).

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