966G Series II and 972G Series II Wheel Loaders Engine Supplement Caterpillar

Removal Procedure

Start By:

1. Connect the steering frame lock. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Steering Frame Lock - Separate and Connect".

Note: Put identification marks on all electrical connectors for installation purposes.

1. Open the engine hood. The hood actuator is located on the right side of the machine.

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2. Remove plug (1) from the center of the engine hood.

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3. Install Tooling (A) in place of plug (1). Attach a suitable lifting sling to Tooling (A) in order to support the hood.

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4. Remove five bolts (2) and the washers. Remove cover (3) .

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5. Cut wire tie (4) .

6. Disconnect electrical connector (5) .

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7. Remove nine bolts (6) and the washers.

8. Remove step (7) .

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9. Remove pin (8) and the cotter pin which is not shown.

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10. Remove screws (9) and remove cover (10) .

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11. Remove bolt (11) and the washer.

12. Remove hinge assembly (12) .

13. Disconnect hood tilt actuator (13) from the hood.

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14. Remove hood actuator (14) .