COMPRESSOR GP 4798553 - 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.
Do not fill fuel filters with fuel before installing them. Contaminated fuel will cause accelerated wear to fuel system parts. Fuel system should be primed prior to starting the engine.
Procedure for the Tractor
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The primary fuel filter for the tractor is mounted on the front of the hydraulic tank. The primary fuel filter is on the right side of the engine compartment underneath the hood.
Park the machine on a level surface.
Lower the bowl.
Shut off the engine.
Move fuel shutoff valve (4) to the CLOSED position.
Clean primary filter (2). Clean filter base (1) which is located above the filter.
Turn the filter to the left in order to loosen the filter. Loosen the filter with a strap type wrench.
Remove the filter. Clean the bottom of the filter base. Make sure that all of the old filter seal is removed.
Remove water separator bowl (3)