ALTERNATOR GP-CHARGING 1P9572 - Caterpillar

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, "Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Cat products.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
Park the machine on a level surface. Ensure that the parking brake is fully engaged. Lower the dump body and shut off the engine. Allow the oil to fully cool.
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The oil filter elements and the screen are located inside the tank for the hoist and brake system oil. The tank is located on the left side of the machine. Release two latches (1) and lift cover plate (2) in order to access the top of the tank.
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Remove filler cap (3) slowly in order to gradually relieve any system pressure.
Unscrew bolt (4) and lift cover (5). The screen assembly is fastened to the cover.
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Remove cotter pin (6) and washer (7) from bolt (4). This will allow the removal of the filter elements from inside of the screen.
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There are three filter elements (8) within screen (9). Remove the three filter elements and discard the filter elements.
Wash the screen in clean nonflammable solvent. Inspect the screen for damage. If necessary, replace the screen. Allow the screen to dry.
Install three new filter elements into the clean screen.
Reassemble the screen assembly and reinstall the screen assembly. If necessary, replace the O-ring seal between cover (5) and the screen assembly.
Install the filler cap.
Lower cover plate (2) and tighten two latches (1).