Removal Procedure
Start By:
- Remove the hoods. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Hood - Remove".
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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 Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar products. Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates. |
Note: Cleanliness is an important factor. Before the disassembly procedure, the exterior of the component should be thoroughly cleaned. This will help to prevent dirt from entering the internal mechanism.
Note: Put identification marks on all lines, on all hoses, on all wires, and on all tubes for installation purposes. Plug all lines, hoses, and tubes. This helps to prevent fluid loss and this helps to keep contaminants from entering the system.
- Move the ejector forward.
- Drain the fuel tank into a suitable container for storage or disposal.
- Attach a suitable lifting device to fuel tank (1). The weight of fuel tank (1) is approximately 128 kg (281 lb).
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- Remove breather (3). Remove ECM (2) .
- Disconnect hoses (4) and hose assembly (5). Remove clamps (6) from both sides of the fuel tank.
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- Remove bolts (7) and remove fuel tank (1) .
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Installation Procedure
- Attach a suitable lifting device to fuel tank (1) and position fuel tank (1). The weight of fuel tank (1) is approximately 128 kg (281 lb). Install bolts (7) .
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- Install breather (3) and ECM (2) .
- Connect hoses (4) and hose assemblies (5). Install clamps (6) for both sides of the fuel tank.
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- Move the ejector backward.
- Fill the fuel tank. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Capacities - Refill".
End By: Install the hoods. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Hood - Install".