BUCKET GP-MULTIPURPOSE 3377480 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Note: Cleanliness is an important factor. Before the disassembly procedure, the exterior of the component should be thoroughly cleaned. This will help to prevent dirt from entering the internal mechanism.
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.
Personal injury can result from hydraulic oil pressure and hot oil.Hydraulic oil pressure can remain in the hydraulic system after the engine has been stopped. Serious injury can be caused if this pressure is not released before any service is done on the hydraulic system.Make sure all of the work tools have been lowered to the ground, and the oil is cool before removing any components or lines. Remove the oil filler cap only when the engine is stopped, and the filler cap is cool enough to touch with your bare hand.
Note: Put identification marks on all lines, on all hoses, and on all tubes for installation purposes. Plug all lines, hoses, and tubes. This helps to prevent fluid loss and this helps to keep contaminants from entering the system.
Drain the hydraulic oil from the hydraulic lines into a suitable container for storage or disposal.
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Remove bolts (1) and remove guard (2) .
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Disconnect hose assembly (3) and hose assembly (4) .
Attach a suitable lifting device to tilt cylinder (5) .
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Remove bolt (8), retainer (7), pin (9), and spacers (6) .
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Remove bolt (11), retainer (10), and pin (12). Remove two spacers (13) that are located at the head end of the tilt cylinder on pin (12) : There is a spacer on the top side of tilt cylinder (5) and a spacer on the bottom side of tilt cylinder (5) .
Remove tilt cylinder (5) from the machine. The weight of tilt cylinder (5) is 26 kg (58 lb).