Removal Procedure
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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 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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Personal injury can result from hot coolant, steam and alkali. At operating temperature, engine coolant is hot and under pressure. The radiator and all lines to heaters or the engine contain hot coolant or steam. Any contact can cause severe burns. Remove cooling system pressure cap slowly to relieve pressure only when engine is stopped and cooling system pressure cap is cool enough to touch with your bare hand. Do not attempt to tighten hose connections when the coolant is hot, the hose can come off causing burns. Cooling System Coolant Additive contains alkali. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. |
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Note: Put identification on all lines, hoses, wires, and tubes for installation purposes. Install a cap or a plug on all lines, hoses, and tubes in order to prevent foreign material from entering the system.
Note: Drain all fluids into a suitable container for storage or disposal.
- Disconnect hose (1) .
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- Disconnect hose (2) .
- Disconnect coolant level switch (3) .
- Remove mounting bolts (4) and radiator tank (5) .
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Installation Procedure
- Install radiator tank (5) and mounting bolts (4) .
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- Connect coolant level switch (3) .
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- Connect hose (2) .
- Connect hose (1) .