Removal Procedure
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Keep all parts clean from contaminants. Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life. |
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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. |
- Loosen hose clamps (1) and remove breather tube (2) from the engine.
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- Remove three cap nuts (3), the washers and the rubber seals.
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- Remove valve mechanism cover (4) and the gasket from the engine.
Installation Procedure
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Keep all parts clean from contaminants. Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life. |
- Check the condition of the gasket and the rubber seals. If the gasket or the rubber seals are worn or damaged, use new parts for replacement.
- Put the gasket and valve mechanism cover (4) in position on the engine.
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- Lubricate cap nuts (3) with clean engine oil. Install the rubber seals, the washers and cap nuts (3) .
- Tighten cap nuts (3) to a torque of 11 N·m (8 lb ft).
Note: Do not overtighten the cap nuts on the valve mechanism cover.
- Put breather tube (2) in position on the engine and tighten hose clamps (1) .
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