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Keep all parts clean from contaminants. Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life. |
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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, "Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Cat products. Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates. |
Note: The engine oil pressure switch can be located in one of two positions, in the valve mechanism cover (1) or in the cylinder block (2). Refer to Specifications Manual, "Engine Oil Pressure Switch" for the correct location.
- Disconnect the harness assembly for the oil pressure switch.
- If the engine oil pressure switch is located in the valve mechanism cover (1), remove the engine oil pressure switch.
If the oil pressure switch is located in the cylinder block (2), remove the engine oil pressure switch and adapter assembly. Remove the engine oil pressure switch from the adapter.
- Clean the engine oil pressure switch.
Illustration 1 | g01108876 |
Typical example |
Required Tools | |||
Tool | Part Number | Part Description | Qty |
A | 5P-3413 | Pipe Sealant | 1 |
Note: The engine oil pressure switch can be located in one of two positions, in the valve mechanism cover (1) or in the cylinder block (2). Refer to Specifications Manual, "Engine Oil Pressure Switch" for the correct location.
- If a used engine oil pressure switch is installed, apply a thin layer of Tooling (A) to the threads of engine oil pressure switch.
- If the engine oil pressure switch is located in the valve mechanism cover, Install the engine oil pressure switch (1). Tighten to a torque of
11 N·m (8.1 lb ft) .If the engine oil pressure switch is located in the cylinder block, install the adapter to the cylinder block and tighten to a torque of
11 N·m (8.1 lb ft) . Install the engine oil pressure switch (2) to the adapter and tighten the engine oil pressure switch (2) to a torque of23 N·m (16.9 lb ft) . - Connect the harness assembly to the engine oil pressure switch.
Illustration 2 | g01109206 |
Typical example |