COVER AS. 2455705 - 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, "Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Cat products.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
Park the machine on a level surface. Engage the parking brake and stop the engine.
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View of the back side of the fuel tank
Close fuel shutoff valve (1).
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Remove secondary fuel filters (2) with a strap type wrench. Discard the used filters properly.
Clean the filter mounting bases. Make sure that the old filter seals are removed.
Do not fill the secondary fuel filter with fuel before installing. The fuel would not be filtered and could be contaminated. Contaminated fuel will cause accelerated wear to fuel system parts.
Lubricate the seals of the new filters with clean diesel fuel.
Install the new filters by hand until the seal contacts the mounting base. Note the position of the index marks on the filters in relation to a fixed point on the mounting base. Note: There are rotation index marks on each filter that is spaced 90 degrees (1/4 turn) away from each other. When you tighten the filters, use the rotation index marks as a guide.
Tighten all filters according to the instructions that are printed on the filter. Note: You may need to use a strap type wrench or a suitable tool in order to turn the filters to the amount that is required for final installation. Make sure that the installation tool does not damage the filters.
Open the fuel shutoff valve.
Prime the fuel system. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System - Prime".
Start the engine and operate the engine at low idle. Make sure that the parking brake is engaged. Check for leaks and make any necessary repairs.