CAGE 8X2309 - 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, "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.
Open the small access door. The transmission oil filter is located on the right side of the machine.
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Open the shutoff valve (2) and allow the oil to drain into a suitable container.
Use a strap type wrench in order to remove the transmission filter housing (1) .
Remove the used transmission oil filter element. Dispose of the used filter element properly.
Clean the transmission filter housing in a clean, nonflammable solvent. Clean the filter housing base.
Inspect the filter housing seal. Replace the seal if the seal is damaged.
Insert a new transmission oil filter element into the transmission filter housing.
Close the shutoff valve. Install the transmission filter housing into the filter housing base. Tighten the transmission filter housing by hand.
Start the engine. Apply the service brakes.
Slowly operate the transmission controls in order to circulate the transmission oil. Return the transmission to NEUTRAL.
Engage the parking brake. Inspect the transmission oil filter for leaks.
Stop the engine.
Check the transmission oil level.Reference: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Transmission Oil Level - Check" for the correct procedure.