ALTERNATOR GP- 2168353 - 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.
Fast Fill Service Center
Your machine is equipped with a fast fill service center for changing the hydraulic oil. The fast fill service center allows the hydraulic oil to be changed faster than the conventional method.
Operate the machine in order to warm the oil.
Park the machine on a level ground. Lower the bucket to the ground and apply slight downward pressure. Engage the parking brake and stop the engine.
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Location of fast fill service center
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Open the door to the fast fill service center that is on the right side of the machine near the articulation joint. Locate the correct male coupler and connect an oil pump to the fitting.
Turn on the oil pump and withdraw the hydraulic oil from the hydraulic tank for the steering and the brakes. Dispose of the used oil properly.
Turn off the oil pump. Clean the end of the male coupler.
Replace the oil filter. Reference: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Hydraulic System Oil Filter (Steering and Braking) - Replace" for the correct procedure.
Connect the oil pump to the male coupler. Fill the hydraulic tank with new oil. Reference: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Lubricant Viscosities" for the type of lubricant.Reference: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Capacities (Refill)" for the refill capacity.
Clean the end of the male coupler and close the door to the fast fill service center.
Start the engine and run the engine at low idle. Operate the steering and the brakes in order to circulate the oil.
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Location and enlarged view of hydraulic steering and brake system oil tank sight gauge
Stop the engine and top off the hydraulic tank so that the oil level is above the "ADD" mark on the sight gauge. Note: The oil must be free of air bubbles. If air bubbles are present in the hydraulic oil, air is entering the hydraulic system. Inspect the hydraulic suction line and the hose clamps.
If necessary, tighten any loose clamps or any loose connections. Replace any damaged hoses. Conventional Method
Operate the machine in order to warm the oil.
Park the machine on level ground. Lower the bucket to the ground and apply slight downward pressure. Engage the parking brake and stop the engine.
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Hydraulic steering and brake system oil tank
(1) Tank filler cap
(2) Tank breather
Open the access door of the platform in front of the engine air cleaners to access the hydraulic steering and brake system oil tank.
Slowly remove the filler cap. Remove the filler strainer. Wash the filler cap and the filler strainer in a clean, nonflammable solvent.
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Remove the drain plug from the bottom of the hydraulic