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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. |
- Open the engine hood. The primary fuel filter is on the left side of the machine.
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- Slowly open the fuel tank filler cap in order to equalize the pressure of the fuel tank with the ambient air pressure.
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554 Forwarder | |
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574 Forwarder | |
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574 Forwarder (If Equipped) | |
- Open the drain valve on the bottom of the water separator bowl. Allow the water and the fuel to drain into a suitable container.
To open the drain valve, turn the drain valve clockwise as you are looking at the top of the water separator.
- Close the drain valve.
Note: The water separator is under suction during normal engine operation. The drain valve must be tightened in order to prevent air leakage into the fuel system.
- Close the fuel tank filler cap.
- Close the engine hood.