Hot oil and hot components can cause personal injury. Do not allow hot oil or hot components to contact the skin. |
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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. |
- Prepare the machine for maintenance. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Prepare the Machine for Maintenance".
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Illustration 1 g06203005 Tire is removed in illustration for viewing only. - Steering filters (1) are on the left outside frame behind the tire. Remove the filter elements from the base. Discard the used elements.
- Clean the filter mounting bases. Make sure that all the former seals are removed.
- Lubricate the seals of the new elements with clean hydraulic oil.
- Install the new elements by hand until the seal contacts the mounting base. Note the position of the index marks on the elements in relation to a fixed point on the mounting base.
Note: There are rotation index marks on each filter that is spaced 90 degrees (1/4 turn) away from each other. When you tighten the elements, use the rotation index marks as a guide.
- Tighten all filters according to the instructions that are printed on the filter.
Note: You may need to use a strap type wrench or a suitable tool to turn the filters to the amount that is required for final installation. Make sure that the installation tool does not damage the filters.
- Start the engine and operate the engine at low idle for 5 minutes. Inspect the oil filters for leaks. Make any necessary repairs.
Note: No prime is needed after a hydraulic filter change, but if the hydraulic fluid is changed a hydraulic system prime is recommended.
- Check the oil level in the steering system. If necessary, add oil. For the proper procedure, refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual , SEBU8417 , "Hydraulic Fan and Steering Tank Oil Level - Check".