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Maintenance Intervals
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Maintenance Section
Maintenance Interval Schedule
Note: Before each consecutive interval is performed, Every 250 Service Hours or Monthly
all maintenance from the previous interval must be
Belt - Inspect/Replace ........................................... 95
performed.
Final Drive Oil Level - Check ............................... 113
Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace ............. 116
When Required
Cutting Edges and End Bits - Inspect/Replace ... 102 Every 250 Service Hours or 3 Months
Engine Air Filter Primary Element -
Ladder - Adjust ................................................... 126
Clean/Replace .................................................. 103
Track - Check/Adjust ........................................... 133
Engine Air Filter Secondary Element - Replace .. 105
Engine Air Precleaner - Clean ............................ 105
Ether Starting Aid Cylinder - Replace .................. 112 Initial 500 Hours (for New Systems, Refilled
Fuel System - Prime ............................................ 114 Systems, and Converted Systems)
Fuses and Circuit Breakers - Replace/Reset ....... 119
Cooling System Coolant Sample (Level 2) -
Hydraulic System Return Screen - Clean ........... 124
Obtain ............................................................... 101
Oil Filter - Inspect ................................................ 127
Power Train Suction Screen - Clean ................... 128
Radiator Core - Clean ......................................... 129
Every 500 Service Hours
Radiator Pressure Cap - Clean/Replace ............ 129 Engine Oil and Filter - Change ........................... 108
Ripper Tip and Shank Protector - Inspect/ Hydraulic System Oil Sample - Obtain ............... 123
Replace ............................................................. 131 Transmission System Oil Sample - Obtain ......... 142
Transmission Magnetic Screen - Clean .............. 137
Transmission Scavenge Screen - Clean ............. 141 Every 500 Service Hours or 3 Months
Window Washer Reservoir - Fill .......................... 143
Window Wipers - Inspect/Replace ...................... 143 Engine Crankcase Breather - Clean ................... 106
Windows - Clean ................................................. 144 Final Drive Oil - Change ...................................... 112
Fuel System Primary Filter - Clean/Replace ........ 115
Every 10 Service Hours or Daily Fuel Tank Cap Filter and Strainer -
Replace/Clean ................................................... 117
Backup Alarm - Test .............................................. 94 Hydraulic System Oil Filter - Replace ................. 121
Braking System - Test ........................................... 96 Recoil Spring Compartment Oil Level - Check ... 129
Cab Filter (Fresh Air) - Clean/Inspect/Replace ..... 97 Transmission Breather - Clean ........................... 137
Cooling System Coolant Level - Check .............. 100 Transmission Oil Filter - Replace ........................ 140
Engine Oil Level - Check .................................... 107
Equalizer Bar End Pins Oil Level - Check ........... 111 Every 1000 Service Hours
Fuel Tank Water and Sediment - Drain ................ 118
Horn - Test .......................................................... 120 Battery - Inspect .................................................... 95
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Maintenance Interval Schedule
Every Year
Cooling System Coolant Sample (Level 2) -
Obtain ............................................................... 101
Engine Air Filter Secondary Element - Replace .. 105
Refrigerant Dryer - Replace ................................ 130
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Illustration 112
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Illustration 114
Left side battery
• Keep the terminals clean and coat the terminals 3. Inspect the condition of belt (3). Measure the belt
with petroleum jelly.
deflection between compressor (1) and alternator
(2). The belt deflection should not be more than
• Keep the terminal covers in place. 14 to 20 mm (.56 to .81 inch) under 110 N (25 lb)
of force. Use a 144-0235 Belt Tension Gauge in
1. Open the battery access cover. The battery
order to measure the tension.
access cover is located on the left side of the
machine outside the operator compartment.
Note: This machine is equipped with one belt
tensioner (6). The belt tensioner automatically adjusts
2. Clean the top of the batteries with a clean the belt to the correct position.
cloth. Keep the terminals clean and coated with
petroleum jelly. Install the terminal covers after
4. Close the engine access door.
you coat the terminals.
• excessive cracking
• excessive wear
• excessive damage
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Maintenance Section
Braking System - Test
2. Park the machine on level ground. Lower the 4. Pry the belt tensioner in a clockwise direction in
dozer blade to the ground. Move the transmission order to install the belt.
control to the NEUTRAL position and engage the
parking brake. Shut off the engine. Note: Remove the belt guards (1, 2), as needed.
3. Turn the battery disconnect switch to the OFF 5. To achieve the correct belt tension, move the belt
position. tensioner inward. Tighten belt tensioner (6) in
place. Recheck the belt adjustment.
Remove the Belt
6. Install top guard (9) to coupling guard (10) with
1. Remove the floorplate bolts and open the manhole eight bolts (8), as shown.
cover that is located in the cab.
7. Turn the battery disconnect switch to the ON
position.
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5. Pry the belt tensioner in a counterclockwise Note: The brakes will not hold the machine if you
direction in order to remove the tension from the select the “1F” gear position.
belt.
Make sure that the area around the machine is clear
6. Remove the belt from the pulleys. of personnel and clear of obstacles.
Note: The spare belt for the first belt replacement is Fasten the seat belt before you test the brakes.
equipped with the machine.
The following test is used to determine whether the
1. Loosen the spare belt from the tie-down straps service brake is functional. This test is not intended
that surrounds coupling guard (10) (not shown). to determine the maximum brake holding effort. The
brake holding effort to hold the brake on this machine
2. Free the belt from the guard by pulling the belt will be different. This is because of variations in the
backward. Then, slide the belt over coupling shaft engine setting, in the power train efficiency, and in
(5) in a forward direction. Install the belt on drive the brake holding ability.
pulley (4).
Compare the engine speed at the beginning of
3. Insert a 12.7 mm (0.50 inch) ratchet into the machine movement to the engine speed of a prior
square hole in the tensioner. Push up the ratchet test. This will be an indication of the amount of
and install the new belt on tensioner (6). system deterioration.
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Bulldozer Blade Connectors - Lubricate
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Illustration 117
4. Release the parking brake switch. Apply MPGM grease to the bulldozer blade
connectors. There are two grease fittings on each
5. While the brake pedal is depressed, move the side.
directional control lever to the SECOND SPEED
NEUTRAL position. The control panel will indicate
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6. Select the FORWARD position. The control panel Cab Filter (Fresh Air) -
will indicate “2F”. Clean/Inspect/Replace
7. Gradually increase the engine speed to full load SMCS Code: 7342-040; 7342-070; 7342-510
speed. The machine should not move.
Note: Clean the filters more often in dusty conditions.
8. Move the throttle switch to LOW IDLE. Turn on
the parking brake switch. Lower all attachments
to the ground. Apply a slight down pressure. Stop
the engine.
NOTICE
If the machine moved while testing the brakes, contact
your Caterpillar dealer. Have the dealer inspect and,
if necessary, repair the service brake before returning
the machine to operation.
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Illustration 119
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Illustration 120
Cooling System Coolant (ELC) 2. The drain valve is under the radiator. Remove the
drain plug with the square drive hole (12.7 mm
- Change (0.5 inch)). Install a 25.4 mm (1 inch) pipe with
1-11 1/2 NPTH thread into the drain valve. The
SMCS Code: 1395-044 pipe requires 1- 11 1/2 NPTF threads. Clamp a
25.4 mm (1 inch) hose to the pipe in order to direct
Reference: For information about adding an the coolant into a suitable container.
extender to your cooling system, refer to Operation
and Maintenance Manual, “Cooling System Coolant
Extender (ELC) - Add” or consult your Caterpillar
dealer.
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Cooling System Coolant Extender (ELC) - Add
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Illustration 123
The radiator cap is positioned in the top left side of the hood.
NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained
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Left side view ing, adjusting and repair of the machine. Be prepared
to collect the fluid with suitable containers before
10. Add coolant in order to maintain the coolant level opening any compartment or disassembling any com-
above the sight gauge in the coolant tank. ponent containing fluids.
11. If you need to add coolant daily, check the cooling Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, “Caterpillar
system for leaks. Tools and Shop Products Guide”, for tools and sup-
plies suitable to collect and contain fluids in Caterpillar
12. Inspect the radiator cap and the radiator cap seal machines.
for debris, for foreign material, or for damage.
Clean the radiator cap with a clean cloth. Replace Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and
the radiator cap if the radiator cap is damaged. mandates.
13. Install the radiator cap. 3. Add 5.4 L (1.42 US gal or 182 fl oz) of Extender
to the cooling system.
14. Stop the engine.
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Cooling System Coolant Level - Check
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Illustration 124 Illustration 125
Left side view
1. Maintain the coolant level above the sight glass.
4. Add coolant in order to maintain the coolant level
above the sight gauge in the coolant tank.
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NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained
during performance of inspection, maintenance, test-
ing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to
collect the fluid with suitable containers before open-
ing any compartment or disassembling any compo-
nent containing fluids.
Perform a Coolant Analysis (Level 2) at the initial 500 Submit the sample for Level 2 analysis.
hours. Perform the analysis yearly after the initial
500 hours.
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Use the following guidelines for proper sampling of Cooling System Water
the coolant:
Temperature Regulator -
• Complete the information on the label for the
sampling bottle before you begin to take the
Replace
samples. SMCS Code: 1355-510
• Keep the unused sampling bottles stored in plastic Replace the temperature regulators on a regular
bags. basis in order to reduce the chance of unscheduled
downtime and of problems with the cooling system.
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Cutting Edges and End Bits - Inspect/Replace
The temperature regulators should be replaced after 1. The housing for the temperature regulators is
the cooling system has been cleaned. Replace the located on the front of the engine.
temperature regulators while the cooling system
is completely drained or while the cooling system 2. Remove the bolts (1) and (3) from the elbows.
coolant is drained to a level that is below the regulator Remove the elbows.
housing.
3. Remove the bolts (2) from the temperature
NOTICE regulator housing.
Failure to replace the engine’s thermostat on a regu-
larly scheduled basis could cause severe engine dam- 4. Remove the two temperature regulators and the
age. seals.
NOTICE
NOTICE Since Caterpillar engines incorporate a shunt design
Replace the thermostat on a regular basis in order to cooling system, it is mandatory to always operate the
reduce the chance of unscheduled downtime and of engine with a thermostat.
problems with the cooling system.
Depending on load, failure to operate with a thermo-
A new thermostat should be installed after the cooling stat could result in either an overheating or an over-
system has been cleaned. Install the thermostat while cooling condition.
the cooling system is completely drained or while the
cooling system coolant is drained to a level that is
below the thermostat housing. NOTICE
If the thermostat is installed incorrectly, it will cause
the engine to overheat.
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Illustration 129
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Electro/Hydraulic Oil Filter - Engine Air Filter Primary
Change Element - Clean/Replace
SMCS Code: 5068-044-FI
SMCS Code: 1051-070; 1051-510-PY; 1054-070-PY;
1054-510-PY
NOTICE
At operating temperature, the hydraulic tank is hot
Extremely short air filter life can result if the preclean-
and under pressure.
er system malfunctions. If air filter life is drastically re-
duced from typical for the operating conditions, con-
Hot oil and components can cause personal in-
sult your Caterpillar Dealer. The exhaust system dust
jury. Do not allow hot oil or components to contact
ejector for the strata tube precleaner must pull a min-
skin.
imum vacuum of 508 mm (20 inch) of water.
Remove the filler cap only when the engine is
stopped, and the filler cap is cool enough to NOTICE
touch with your bare hand. Remove the filler cap Service the engine air filters with the engine stopped.
slowly in order to relieve pressure. Engine damage could result.
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Engine Air Filter Primary Element - Clean/Replace
NOTICE
Always leave the secondary filter element in place
while you clean the primary element, or while you
clean the air cleaner housing.
NOTICE
The filter should be kept in service for no longer than
one year.
NOTICE
Do not clean the filter elements by bumping or tapping
them. Do not use filter elements with damaged pleats,
Illustration 132
g00100510 gaskets, or seals. Do not wash the filter elements.
3. Remove the primary filter element from the air 9. Install a clean primary filter element.
cleaner housing.
10. Clean the cover and install the cover.
4. Mark the secondary filter element in order to show
that the primary filter element has been serviced. 11. Close the access doors (if equipped).
The secondary filter element should be replaced
when the primary filter element is serviced for the 12. Repeat this procedure on the air filter on the
third time. Refer to Operation and Maintenance opposite side of the machine.
Manual, “Engine Air Filter Secondary Element -
Replace”.
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Engine Air Filter Secondary Element - Replace
Start the engine. If the engine air filter indicator 6. Uncover the air inlet opening. Install a new
flashes, install a new primary filter element. Also if secondary element.
the exhaust smoke is black, install a new primary
filter element. 7. Install the primary element assembly and the air
cleaner housing cover. Close the cover latches.
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8. Close the access cover (if equipped).
Engine Air Filter Secondary 9. Repeat the procedure on the air filter on the
Element - Replace opposite side of the machine.
NOTICE
The filter should be kept in service for no longer than
one year.
NOTICE
Service the air cleaner only with the engine stopped.
Engine damage could result.
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Both of the crankcase breathers are located on the The damper can be used again if none of the above
back of the engine. conditions are found. The damper can be used if the
damper is not damaged.
1. Remove tube (1) from the outlet of the breather
and loosen clamp (2). In the damper, a wobble can occur on the outer ring.
Some of the wobble of the outer ring is normal. If a
2. Remove bolts (2) and remove the breather from wobble is present, replacement of the damper is not
the engine. necessary. You can confirm an acceptable wobble by
seeing the Service Manual, “Engine Disassembly and
3. Check the condition of the seal. Replace the seal Assembly” for the procedure to check the damper.
if the seal is damaged.
NOTICE
Inspect the viscous vibration damper for signs of leak-
ing and for signs of damage to the case. Either of
these conditions can cause the weight to contact the
case. This contact can affect damper operation.
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4. Clean the oil filler cap and install the oil filler cap.
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NOTICE Illustration 142
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained 169-8373 Fluid Sampling Bottle
during performance of inspection, maintenance, test-
ing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to Note: Use the supplied probe and flush the
collect the fluid with suitable containers before open- fitting with oil into an approved container before
ing any compartment or disassembling any compo- obtaining oil sample.
nent containing fluids.
3. Obtain a sample with 169-8373 Fluid Sampling
Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, “Caterpillar Bottle.
Dealer Service Tool Catalog” for tools and supplies
suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar 4. After you take a sample, remove the cap with
products. the tube and the probe from the bottle. Discard
the cap with the tube and the probe. Install the
Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and sealing cap that is provided with 169-8373 Fluid
mandates. Sampling Bottle.
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Illustration 141
NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained
during performance of inspection, maintenance, test-
ing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to
collect the fluid with suitable containers before open-
ing any compartment or disassembling any compo-
nent containing fluids.
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Illustration 143
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Illustration 146
Left side view
NOTICE
Operation of Caterpillar engines with improper valve
adjustments will reduce engine efficiency. This re-
duced efficiency could result in excessive fuel usage
and/or shortened engine component life.
Illustration 147
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tor system uses 90-120 volts.
7. Remove the oil filler cap (2). Fill the crankcase
with new oil. See Operation and Maintenance
NOTICE
Manual, “Capacities (Refill)”. Clean the oil filler
Measure the valve clearance with the engine stopped.
cap and install the oil filler cap.
To obtain an accurate measurement, allow at least 20
minutes for the valves to cool to engine cylinder head
8. Always measure the oil level with dipstick (1) in
and engine block temperature.
order to ensure that the correct amount of oil was
added.
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Illustration 150
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Illustration 149
Start the engine and run the engine at low idle. Watch
the top surface of each valve rotator. Whenever an
inlet valve closes or an exhaust valve closes, each
valve rotator should turn.
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Illustration 152 Illustration 154
Top view (A) Top view
(B) Right side view
(A-A) Front view
The lubricant reservoir is located outside of the cab
in a compartment on the left side of the machine. The
reservoir is near the refrigerant dryer. 2. Loosen the cylinder retaining clamp. Unscrew the
empty ether starting aid cylinder and remove the
Remove the oil filler cap with the tee handle in order empty ether starting aid cylinder.
to add the oil to the lubricant reservoir.
3. Remove the used gasket. Install the new gasket
that is provided with each new ether starting aid
cylinder.
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Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and Hot oil and components can cause personal in-
mandates. jury.
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Illustration 155
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horizontal. Drain plug (3) will point downward. Illustration 156
2. Remove drain plug (3). Take an SOS sample. 1. Position one final drive so that oil level mark (1) is
Allow the oil to drain into a suitable container. horizontal. The drain plug (3) will point downward.
3. Inspect the drain plug seal. Replace the drain plug 2. Remove oil filler plug (2).
seal if the drain plug seal is damaged.
3. The oil level should be at the bottom of the filler
4. Clean the drain plug and install the drain plug. plug opening. Add oil, if necessary.
5. Remove oil filler plug (2). 4. Wipe the magnet in order to clean the plug.
6. The recommended oil for most machine 5. Install oil filler plug (2).
applications is SAE 60. Fill the final drive with
oil to the bottom of the filler plug opening. See 6. Repeat Step 1 to Step 5 in order to check the oil
Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Capacities level in the other final drive.
(Refill)”.
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is horizontal.
Final Drive Oil Sample - Obtain
2. Remove oil filler plug (2) and obtain the oil sample
SMCS Code: 3258-008; 4050-008; 7542-008 with a proper suction device. Use 1U-5718
Vacuum Pump to take the oil sample.
NOTICE
Fuel System - Prime
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained SMCS Code: 1258
during performance of inspection, maintenance, test-
ing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to If the engine does not start, air may be trapped in the
collect the fluid with suitable containers before open- fuel lines to the engine. Use the following procedure
ing any compartment or disassembling any compo- in order to purge air from the fuel lines.
nent containing fluids.
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Illustration 158
NOTICE
Do not crank the engine continuously for more than
30 seconds. Allow the starting motor to cool for two Personal injury or death can result from a fire.
minutes before cranking the engine again.
Fuel leaked or spilled onto hot surfaces or electri-
cal components can cause a fire.
5. Start the engine. If you cannot start the engine,
the engine needs more priming. If the engine Clean up all leaked or spilled fuel. Do not smoke
continues to misfire or to smoke, more priming while working on the fuel system.
is necessary.
Turn the disconnect switch OFF or disconnect the
Note: The electric fuel priming pump will only operate battery when changing fuel filters.
if the engine start switch key is in the OFF position.
Shut off the engine before any additional priming.
NOTICE
6. Run the engine at the LOW IDLE position until the Do not fill fuel filter with fuel before installing the fuel
engine runs smoothly. filter. Contaminated fuel causes accelerated wear to
fuel system parts.
7. Close the engine access door.
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2. Open the access cover for the engine Personal injury can result without following prop-
compartment. The access cover is located on the er procedure. When using pressure air, wear a pro-
right side of the machine. tective face shield and protective clothing.
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Illustration 160
3. Loosen the retaining bolt for the filter housing Personal injury or death can result from a fire.
case.
Fuel leaked or spilled onto hot surfaces or electri-
4. Remove the filter with a strap wrench. Remove cal components can cause a fire.
the case and remove the element from the case.
Clean up all leaked or spilled fuel. Do not smoke
5. Clean the filter mounting base with clean, while working on the fuel system.
nonflammable solvent. Make sure that all of the
old seal is removed. Turn the disconnect switch OFF or disconnect the
battery when changing fuel filters.
6. Coat the seal of the new filter element with clean
diesel fuel. NOTICE
Do not fill fuel filters with fuel before installing them.
7. Install the new filter element by hand. Contaminated fuel will cause accelerated wear to fuel
system parts.
Instructions for the installation of the filters are
printed on the side of each Caterpillar spin-on
filter. For non-Caterpillar filters, refer to the
installation instructions that are provided by the
supplier of the filter.
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Fuel Tank Cap Filter and Strainer - Replace/Clean
1. Shut off the fuel supply. The fuel shutoff valve with
NOTICE the red handle is under the fuel tank on the rear of
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained the machine.
during performance of inspection, maintenance, test-
ing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to 2. Remove the filter elements. Discard the filter
collect the fluid with suitable containers before open- elements properly.
ing any compartment or disassembling any compo-
nent containing fluids. 3. Clean the filter housing base. Make sure that all of
the old seal is removed.
Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, “Caterpillar
Dealer Service Tool Catalog” for tools and supplies 4. Coat the seal of the new filter elements with clean
suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar diesel fuel.
products.
5. Install the new filter elements by hand.
Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and
mandates. Instructions for the installation of the filters are
printed on the side of each Caterpillar spin-on
filter. For non-Caterpillar filters, refer to the
Observe the pressure indicator on the dash for the installation instructions that are provided by the
fuel filters. If the filters are plugged, replace the supplier of the filter.
secondary fuel filter elements.
6. Open the fuel shutoff valve.
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Illustration 163
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Illustration 162
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Fuel Tank Water and Sediment - Drain
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NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained
during performance of inspection, maintenance, test-
ing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to
collect the fluid with suitable containers before open-
ing any compartment or disassembling any compo-
nent containing fluids.
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Illustration 164
Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, “Caterpillar
1. Lift lever (2) in order to remove the fuel tank filler Tools and Shop Products Guide” for tools and supplies
cap. Turn the lever counterclockwise until the suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar
lever stops. Lift the cap straight up in order to products.
remove the cap.
Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and
2. In order to remove the fuel strainer, lift the fuel mandates.
strainer upward.
The drain valve is under the fuel tank at the rear of
3. In order to replace the filter assembly, remove two the machine.
screws that secure filter assembly (4) to the fuel
cap. Remove filter assembly (4), valve (5), and
the gaskets.
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NOTICE
Replace the fuses with the same type and size only.
Otherwise, electrical damage can result.
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Illustration 168
The fuse panel is beneath the access cover under Open fuse Panel
the left armrest of the operator seat.
ROPS floodlights (1) – 15 Amp
Power train ECM (22) – 15 Amp Test the horn on a daily basis. Press downward on
the horn button in order to sound the horn. If the horn
Engine ECM (23) – 20 Amp does not sound, make the necessary repairs before
you operate the machine.
24 VA − 12 VA Converter (20) (Attachment) – 20
Amp
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HVAC blower (29) (Reset button) – 15 Amp 2. Turn the engine start switch key to ON.
Fuse Puller (30) – Auto Stop 3. Move the hydraulic control levers through all of
the positions in order to release pressure.
Fuse (31) – 175 Amp
4. Turn the engine start switch key to OFF.
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Hydraulic System Oil Filter - Replace
12. Clean drain plug (3) and install the drain plug.
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Tighten the drain plug to a torque of 90 ± 15 N·m
Illustration 170 (65 ± 10 lb ft).
5. The hydraulic tank is located on the right side of 13. Change the hydraulic oil filter.
the machine. Press the button on breaker relief
valve (2) in order to relieve any tank pressure. Reference: For the correct procedure, refer to
Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Hydraulic
System Oil Filter - Replace”.
At operating temperature, the hydraulic tank is hot 14. Install the filler strainer.
and under pressure.
15. Fill the hydraulic oil tank.
Hot oil and components can cause personal in-
jury. Do not allow hot oil or components to contact Reference: For the hydraulic tank capacity,
skin. refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual,
“Capacities (Refill)”.
Remove the filler cap only when the engine is
stopped, and the filler cap is cool enough to 16. Inspect the filler cap gasket. Replace the gasket if
touch with your bare hand. Remove the filler cap damage or wear is evident.
slowly to relieve pressure.
17. Install filler cap (1).
6. Slowly remove filler cap (1). 18. Start the engine. Run the engine for a few
minutes.
7. Clean the filler strainer and the filler cap in a clean
nonflammable solvent. 19. Maintain the oil level at the “FULL” mark (4) on
the sight gauge. Add oil, if necessary.
NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained 20. Stop the engine.
during performance of inspection, maintenance, test-
ing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to
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collect the fluid with suitable containers before open-
ing any compartment or disassembling any compo-
nent containing fluids.
Hydraulic System Oil Filter -
Replace
Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, “Caterpillar
Dealer Service Tool Catalog” for tools and supplies SMCS Code: 5068-510
suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar
products. 1. Park the machine on a level surface. Lower the
work tool to the ground. Engage the parking brake.
Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and
mandates. 2. Turn the engine start switch key to ON.
11. Inspect the cover seal and inspect the seal on the
top of the tank in three places. Replace the seals
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if the seals are damaged.
Illustration 171
12. Install the new filter elements in three places.
5. The hydraulic tank is located on the right side of
the machine. Press button (2) on the breaker relief Note: Use Reverse Flow Elements only in the
valve in order to relieve any tank pressure. hydraulic tank for the D11T Track-Type Tractor.
At operating temperature, the hydraulic tank is hot 14. Install the cover and the filter assembly. Tighten
and under pressure. the cover mounting bolts to a torque of 45 ± 7 N·m
(32 ± 5 lb ft).
Hot oil and components can cause personal in-
jury. Do not allow hot oil or components to contact
skin.
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Illustration 172
Side view
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Obtain the hydraulic oil sample as close as possible Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual,
to the recommended sampling interval. The “Lubricant Viscosities” for the correct fluid for your
recommended sampling interval is every 500 service machine.
hours. In order to receive the full effect of S·O·S oil
analysis, you must establish a consistent trend of
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data. In order to establish a pertinent history of data,
perform consistent oil samplings that are evenly
spaced.
Hydraulic System Return
Screen - Clean
1. Open the access covers that are on the right side
of the engine. SMCS Code: 5068-510-Z3
2. Remove the protective cap. 2. Turn the engine start switch key to ON.
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Illustration 178
Front view of the hydraulic tank
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Illustration 181
Return screens
(A) Implement return
(B) Fan return
(C) Case drain return
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Illustration 180
Bottom view of the Hydraulic Tank
(5) Case drain return
(6) Fan return
(7) Suction for Fan Drive Pump
(8) Suction for Implement Pump
(9) Hydraulic tank access cover
(10) Implement return port
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Maintenance Section
Indicators and Gauges - Test
If the action alarm does not sound during this test • The action light stays illuminated.
or machine monitoring displays are not function-
ing, do not operate the machine until the cause • The action alarm sounds once.
has been corrected. Machine operation with faulty
action alarms or displays could result in injury or The monitoring panel is then in the normal operating
death as any Warning Category 3 notifications will mode.
not be relayed to the operator.
If the above tests are not correctly completed, the
system will not function in the normal operating
Check the operation of the Monitoring System. mode. Consult your Caterpillar dealer for an electrical
Observe the self test when you start the engine. system check. Any repairs must be made before you
start the engine.
The system performs an automatic self test when
you turn the engine start switch to the ON position. Turn on all of the machine lights. Check for proper
operation. Sound the forward horn.
The self test verifies that the monitoring panel and
the display modules are operating properly. Stop the engine.
The internal circuits, the indicators, and the gauges Make any necessary repairs before you operate the
are automatically checked. machine.
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Ladder - Adjust
SMCS Code: 0634; 7254
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Note: Inspect the oil for particles. Large particles Inspect a Used Filter for Debris
indicate that a failure has occurred. Consult your
Caterpillar dealer if this occurs.
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Illustration 184
The element is shown with debris.
If metals are found in the filter element, a magnet can Maintain the oil within the limits of the dipstick for the
be used to differentiate between ferrous metals and oil reservoir. Do not overfill the oil reservoir. Hot oil
nonferrous metals. can overflow the reservoir.
Ferrous metals can indicate wear on steel parts and Remove the oil filler cap in order to add the oil to the
on cast iron parts. oil reservoir.
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Illustration 186
Front view
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Illustration 188
The radiator cap is positioned in the top left side of the hood.
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Illustration 191
Reference: Refer to Service Manual, SENR5664, 1. Raise the ripper. Place blocking under the ripper.
“Air Conditioning and Heating Manual for R-134a” Lower the ripper onto the blocking. The ripper
for the proper procedure. should be high enough so that the ripper tip or the
shank protector can be removed. Do not place
the ripper too high.
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Ripper Linkage and Cylinder 2. If the ripper tip is worn, drive out the pin. Remove
the tip and the shank pin retainer.
Bearings - Lubricate
3. Clean the shank pin retainer and the pin.
SMCS Code: 6313-086-BD, L4
4. Install the new tip and the retainer.
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Lubricate twelve or more grease fittings, as required. Note: The ROPS structure consists of the following
components: ROPS assembly (1) (canopy) with
upper ROPS mounting bolts (A) and ROPS support
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assembly (2) with lower ROPS mounting bolts (B).
Ripper Tip and Shank Protector See Illustration 194.
- Inspect/Replace
SMCS Code: 6808-040; 6808-510; 6810; 6812-040;
6812-510
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Illustration 194
Inspect both sides of the Rollover Protective Structure Check buckle (2) for wear or for damage. If the buckle
(ROPS) for bolts that are loose, broken or damaged. is worn or damaged, replace the seat belt.
If any broken ROPS bolts (A) or (B) are found,
replace all of ROPS bolts (A ) or (B). Inspect the seat belt (3) for webbing that is worn or
frayed. Replace the seat belt if the seat belt is worn
Replace any missing ROPS bolts with original or frayed.
replacement parts only.
Consult your Caterpillar dealer for the replacement of
Tighten any loose bolts that are not broken or the seat belt and the mounting hardware.
damaged.
Note: Within three years of the date of installation or
Tighten the ROPS bolts to the following torque. within five years of the date of manufacture, replace
the seat belt. Replace the seat belt at the date which
ROPS bolt (A) – Tighten the sixteen upper bolts to occurs first. A date label for determining the age of
1800 ± 200 N·m (1325 ± 150 lb ft). the seat belt is attached to the seat belt, the seat belt
buckle, and the seat belt retractor.
ROPS bolt (B) – Tighten the twenty lower bolts to
2000 ± 250 N·m (1475 ± 185 lb ft). If your machine is equipped with a seat belt
extension, also perform this inspection procedure for
Note: Apply oil to all bolt threads for the ROPS the seat belt extension.
before you install the ROPS bolts. Failure to apply
oil to the bolt threads can result in improper bolt
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torque.
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Illustration 196
(1) Date of installation (retractor)
(2) Date of installation (buckle)
(3) Date of manufacture (tag) (fully extended web)
(4) Date of manufacture (underside) (buckle)
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Illustration 195 Consult your Caterpillar dealer for the replacement of
Typical example the seat belt and the mounting hardware.
Check the seat belt mounting hardware (1) for wear If your machine is equipped with a seat belt
or for damage. Replace any mounting hardware that extension, also perform this replacement procedure
is worn or damaged. Make sure that the mounting for the seat belt extension.
bolts are tight.
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Maintenance Section
Torque Converter Scavenge Screen - Clean
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Illustration 198
Illustration 197
g01180310 Grease coming out of the relief valve under pres-
sure can penetrate the body causing injury or
3. Remove the screen from the torque converter death.
housing.
Do not watch the relief valve to see if grease is es-
4. Clean the screen in a clean, nonflammable caping. Watch the track or track adjustment cylin-
solvent. der to see if the track is being loosened.
5. Install the screen in the torque converter housing. Loosen the relief valve one turn only.
6. Connect the hose to the torque converter housing. If track does not loosen, close the relief valve and
contact your Caterpillar dealer.
7. Install the bottom guard.
1. Move the machine forward. Allow the machine
to coast to a stop without the use of the service
brakes. Adjust the tracks while you are in the
machine’s typical operating conditions. If packing
conditions prevail on the workplace, the tracks
should be adjusted without removing the packed
material.
NOTICE
Do not attempt to tighten track when dimension (1) is
198 mm (7.8 inch) or more.
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Illustration 199
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Illustration 202
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Illustration 201
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Maintenance Section
Track Pins - Inspect
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NOTICE
Never build up the track roller frame guides with hard-
face welding. This will cause serious wear damage to
the guide slots in the front track roller frame.
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Illustration 206
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Illustration 209
Track Roller Frame Guides
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Illustration 208
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Maintenance Section
Transmission Breather - Clean
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Illustration 210
Top view
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Illustration 212
Front view
NOTICE
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Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained Illustration 214
during performance of inspection, maintenance, test-
ing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to 3. Remove the plug from the drain in the bevel gear
collect the fluid with suitable containers before open- case. Install a 4C-8563 Swivel into the valve.
ing any compartment or disassembling any compo- Clamp a hose to the swivel. A 25.4 mm (1 inch)
nent containing fluids. pipe and hose can be used. Use a 25.4 mm
(1 inch) pipe with 1-11 1/2 NPTF threads. Do not
Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, “Caterpillar tighten the pipe.
Dealer Service Tool Catalog” for tools and supplies
suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar 4. Turn the swivel or pipe clockwise in order to open
products. the internal drain valve. Allow the oil to drain into a
suitable container.
Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and
mandates.
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Illustration 215
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Illustration 216
20. Clean the transmission oil filler cap and install the
transmission oil filler cap.
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Illustration 217
Right side view
11. Open the drain valve and drain the oil into a
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suitable container. Illustration 219
12. Close the drain valve in the torque converter. 21. Maintain the oil level in the “OPR ZONE” on the
Close the drain valve in the transmission case. dipstick (1). Close the access door.
15. Clean the oil drain plugs and install the oil drain
plugs.
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Maintenance Section
Transmission Oil Filter - Replace
NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained
during performance of inspection, maintenance, test-
ing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to
collect the fluid with suitable containers before open-
ing any compartment or disassembling any compo-
nent containing fluids.
24. Install the transmission breather. Perform the following steps for each transmission
oil filter.
25. Close the left engine compartment.
1. Remove the filter housing drain plug. The filter
housing drain plug is located at the bottom of the
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Transmission Oil Filter - container. Reinstall the filter housing drain plug.
Replace
SMCS Code: 3067-510
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Illustration 221
Right side view of left transmission oil filter
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Illustration 223
Right side view
8. Maintain the oil level in the “OPR ZONE” on the 3. Remove four bolts (6) that hold elbow (2) on
dipstick (1). If necessary, add oil through the filler transmission (1).
tube (2).
4. Remove screen (3).
9. Stop the engine.
5. Clean the screen in a clean, nonflammable
solvent.
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Hot oil and components can cause personal in- 9. Install the cover on the transmission guard.
jury.
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Do not allow hot oil or components to contact
skin. Transmission System Oil Level
- Check
After a major component failure, clean the scavenge
screen. SMCS Code: 3080-535
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NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained
during performance of inspection, maintenance, test-
ing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to
collect the fluid with suitable containers before open-
ing any compartment or disassembling any compo-
Illustration 225
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Use the “TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL, ENGINE Obtain the sample of the transmission oil as close as
AT LOW IDLE, AND OIL AT OPERATING possible to the recommended sampling interval. The
TEMPERATURE” side of the dipstick (1). Check recommended sampling interval is every 500 service
when the transmission is in NEUTRAL and the hours. In order to receive the full effect of S·O·S oil
engine is running at LOW IDLE. The oil should be analysis, you must establish a consistent trend of
at operating temperature. Maintain the oil level data.
between the “OPERATING ZONE” marks. This is
the only accurate way to check the oil level.
COLD OIL:
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NOTICE
When operating in freezing temperatures, use
Caterpillar or any commercially available nonfreezing
window washer solvent.
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Illustration 226
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Illustration 228
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Illustration 227
Window Wipers -
Note: Use the supplied probe and flush the Inspect/Replace
fitting with oil into an approved container before
obtaining oil sample. SMCS Code: 7305-040; 7305-510
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Windows - Clean
SMCS Code: 7310-070; 7340-070
If equipped:
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Illustration 230