CAP-BALL JOINT 3F6612 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
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.
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.
Failure to follow established procedures can lead to damage of the parts.To avoid damage to the parts, always identify and mark the parts so that the parts can be installed in the same location.
Put identification marks on the bellows for alignment and orientation during installation of the bellows.
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Loosen clamp assembly (7). Loosen clamp assembly (2) .
The ends of the bellows are very sharp. Injury could occur if the bellows are not handled properly. Handle the bellows by the convolutions.
Note: Refer to Special Instruction, REHS1728, "Application Guideline for the Bellows" for additional information on handling the bellows.
Remove duct (1) and bellows (6) from the turbochargers.
Loosen clamp assembly (4). Loosen clamp assembly (9).
The ends of the bellows are very sharp. Injury could occur if the bellows are not handled properly. Handle the bellows by the convolutions.
Note: Refer to Special Instruction, REHS1728, "Application Guideline for the Bellows" for additional information on handling the bellows.
Remove duct (5) and bellows (10) from the turbochargers.
Disconnect