COVER GP-VALVE MECHANISM 2142399 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools    
Tool     Part Number     Part Description     Qty    
A     9U-7692     Threaded RodM16x381 mm 15 inch     2    Start By:
Remove the counterbalance valve. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Counterbalance Valve (Travel) - 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 Dealer Service Tool Catalog" 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.Contamination of the hydraulic system with foreign material will reduce the service life of the hydraulic system components.To prevent contaminants from entering the hydraulic system, always plug or cap the lines, fittings, or hoses as they are disconnected. Cover any disassembled components and clean them properly before assembly.Clean the hydraulic system properly after any major component exchange or especially after a component failure, to remove any contamination.
Drain the oil from the final drive into a suitable container for storage or disposal.
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Disconnect hose assemblies (1) and (3) . Remove two bolts (2) .
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Install Tooling (A) in the place of bolts (2) .
Remove remaining bolt (2A) that secures travel motor (4) to the final drive.
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Attach a suitable lifting device to travel motor (4) . The weight of travel motor (4) is approximately 57 kg (125 lb). Carefully pull travel motor (4) out of the final drive.
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Remove O-ring seal (5) from the travel motor.