BEARING (STD) 7H7162 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Start By:
Remove the cab. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Cab - Remove".
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 Tools and Shop Products Guide" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar products.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
Note: Put identification marks on all lines, on all hoses, on all wires and on all tubes for installation purposes. Plug all lines, all hoses and all tubes. This helps to prevent fluid loss and this helps to keep contaminants from entering the system.Note: Cleanliness is an important factor. Before the removal procedure, the exterior of the component should be thoroughly cleaned. This will help to prevent dirt from entering the internal mechanism.
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Disconnect inlet elbow (1) .
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Disconnect two hose assemblies (2) .
Disconnect hydraulic hose assembly (4) .
Remove bolt (3). Separate the hose clips.
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Disconnect hose (5). Remove hose clip (6) .
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Attach a suitable hoist and lifting slings to the vane pump.
Remove nuts (7) from the support bracket.
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Move hose (5) away from the pump.
Remove bolts (8) .
Use the hoist in order to remove vane pump (9). The weight of the vane pump is 54 kg (120 lb).
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Remove splined coupler (10) .