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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 machine. 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 in Caterpillar machines. Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates. |
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The oil filler plug (1) for checking the oil for the wheel bearing is located on the rear wheel. The filler plug for the oil for the wheel bearing is not clearly shown in this picture. The filler plug is in the DRAIN position. Do not confuse the oil filler plug (1) with the filler plug (2) for the antifreeze for the rear wheel.
- Park the machine with the oil filler plug in a vertical position in relation to the axle. The oil plug should be at the lowest point for the plug.
- Lower the bowl. Apply the parking brake. Shut off the engine.
- Remove the plug. Allow the oil to drain into a suitable container.
- Clean the area around the plug hole.
- Start the engine. Release the parking brake. Raise the bowl. Move the machine until the filler plug hole is horizontal with the axle. The filler plug hole should move 90 degrees from the lowest position.
- Lower the bowl. Apply the parking brake. Shut off the engine.
- Fill the wheel bearing with oil. Oil should drip from the filler hole when the cavity for the bearing is full.
- Clean the plug. Install the plug.
- Perform the same procedure to the other rear wheel.
Note: See Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Gear Oil" for further information. See Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Refill Capacities" for further information.