Removal Procedure
Start By:
- Remove the expansion tank. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Expansion Tank - Remove and Install".
- Remove the camshaft gear. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Camshaft Gear - Remove and Install".
- Remove the crankshaft front seal. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Crankshaft Front Seal - Remove".
- Remove the air compressor, if equipped. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Air Compressor - Remove".
- Remove the crankshaft position sensor. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Crankshaft Position Sensor - Remove and Install".
- Remove the engine support. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Engine Support (Front) - Remove and Install".
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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, "Caterpillar Dealer Service Tool Catalog" 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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Keep all parts clean from contaminants. Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life. |
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Do not turn the crankshaft or the camshaft while the camshaft gear is removed. If the front gear group is not correctly timed during installation, interference can occur between the pistons and the valves, resulting in damage to the engine. |
- Remove bolts (1) .
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- Remove bolts (2) and bracket (3) .
- Remove nut (4) .
- Remove bolts (5) .
Note: It is not necessary to remove fuel transfer pump (6) and the adapter.
- Remove bolts (7) and strap (8) .
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- Remove bolt (10) and nut (9) .
- Remove bolts (12) .
- Remove nuts (11) .
- Remove bolts (14) that fasten the engine oil pan to the front housing.
Note: It is not necessary to remove the engine oil pan from the engine.
- Remove front housing (13) .
- Remove gasket (15) from the plate and the front housing.