BEARING-THRUST 2696932 - Caterpillar

Do not change the coolant until you read and understand the cooling system information in Special Publication, SEBU6250, "Machine Fluids Recommendations".Failure to do so could result in damage to the cooling system components.
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Location of the Access Cover
Open the access cover.
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Slowly loosen the pressure cap in order to release pressure from the cooling system. The pressure cap is located on the right side of the machine.
Remove the pressure cap.
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Remove the access cover underneath the machine near the radiator. Note: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "General Hazard Information" for information that pertains to containing fluid spillage.
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(1) Drain valve. (2) Drain hose.
Position drain hose (2) over a suitable container. Open drain valve (1) and allow the coolant to drain into a suitable container. The drain valve is located underneath the radiator.
Flush the cooling system. Follow Step 6.a through Step 6.h in order to properly flush the cooling system.
Close drain valve (1).
Fill the cooling system with clean water.
Install the pressure cap.
Start the engine and run the engine until the engine reaches operating temperature.
Stop the engine and allow the engine to cool.
Loosen the pressure cap slowly in order to relieve any pressure in the cooling system.
Open drain valve (1) that is underneath the radiator and allow the coolant to drain into a suitable container.
Flush the radiator with clean water until the draining water is transparent.
Close drain valve (1).
Mixing ELC with other products will reduce the effectiveness of the coolant.This could result in damage to cooling system components.
Add the Extended Life Coolant. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Capacities (Refill) ". Note: This machine was filled at the factory with Extended Life Coolant. If the coolant in the machine is changed to Extended Life Coolant from another type of coolant, see Special Publication, SEBU6250, "Machine Fluids Recommendations".
Start the engine. Operate the engine without the cooling system pressure cap until the water temperature regulator opens and the coolant level stabilizes.
Maintain the coolant level within 13 mm (.5 inches) of the bottom of the filler pipe.
Inspect the gasket of the cooling system pressure cap. If the gasket is damaged, replace the pressure cap.
Install the cooling system pressure cap.
Stop the engine.
Install the access cover.